London is full of pizzerias.
As in most European countries, pizza is one of Londoners' favorite dishes.
If you want to put fish & chips aside for an evening, here are the places I recommend you visit.
Pizzeria in London: article summary
Pizzeria in London: Fatto a Mano
Fatto a Mano pizzeria (which literally means "handmade") opened in Brighton in 2015. The team quickly expanded from London Road to two other locations in Brighton and Hove, all offering fluffy pizzas from with local British produce.
A pop-up restaurant in Boxpark Shoreditch also inaugurated the opening of Fatto Pizza and Beer in King's Cross. In a pedestrian thoroughfare off St Pancras Square, the two-storey restaurant overflows onto the terrace on sunny days.
Tasty homemade pizzas
Pizzas include:
- Creamy burrata
- Parma ham
- Du nduja
- Smoked ricotta
- Crispy fried eggplant
All these specialities are reasonably priced, and you can expect to pay from £8.50 for a Margherita.
The beer list is, as you'd expect from the restaurant's name, substantial.
Flat Earth Pizza
After more than two years spent in pop-up restaurants, Flat Earth has finally opened its first permanent restaurant on the bangs of Broadway Market and Hackney.
A popular spot for vegetarians and vegans on the corner of Vyner Streeta discreetly creative center in East London.
The space is bright and welcoming, offering all-day dining from brunch to dinner.
A wide choice of pizzas
The pizzas are made with homemade 100 % dough. Ingredients include:
- Mushrooms
- Eggs
- Local cheese
- Smoked tomatoes
There's a great selection of wines stacked on painted cabinets. I recommend Vinho Verde, which is a very decent wine. If you're looking for something stronger, order the Fig Leaf Martini. A real delight.
Pizzeria in London: Rudy's Pizza
The first Rudy's Pizza opened in 2015 in Ancoats. Other branches followed in :
- Peter Street
- Dirty
- Liverpool
- Birmingham
- Leeds
- Cheshire
In London, you'll find this establishment on Wardour Street. An open kitchen is available on site.
Chefs are trained in Naples, which makes the pizzas taste more authentic. To drink, be sure to order the Campari Spritz. It comes in an attractive vintage bottle.
L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Even if he wasn't a great lover of food, even Sherlock Holmes might have gone hungry smelling the garlic aromas coming from this Baker Street restaurant.
Here, you can enjoy an authentic Neapolitan pizza. The specialities are famous for their slightly deformed dough and ultra-swollen crust.
Are they really the best in the world, as their many regular customers claim? There's only one way to find out. All you have to do is push open the door of Antica Pizzeria da Michele.
On the spot, I recommend specialities such as the Neapolitan. which for me remains one of their best creations..
Pizzeria in London: Zia Lucia
Long before Holloway was hailed as a gastronomic mecca, Zia Lucia was already attracting crowds.
At this popular restaurant, diners can choose from four different pastas, including :
- A charcoal bake
- Gluten-free dough
The toppings are simple but delicious. I particularly like the Parmigianawhich is covered with eggplant, tomatoes and mozzarella.
If you're not in the Holloway area, you can find branches in :
- Aldgate East
- Boxpark
- Wembley
- Hammersmith
Home Slice Pizza
This London mini-chain excels in richly topped pizzas. Here you can buy your pizza slices and top them with :
- Chorizo
- Corn
- Coriander
Pizzas with a diameter of 50 cm can be can be bought whole or by the slice. The restaurant offers a breathtaking range of seasonal specialities.
There are seven locations in London. If you don't want to regret not being able to try everything, the establishment offers half-and-half with toppings of your choice.
There are also plenty of choice for vegans.
During your stay in London, if you're looking for the best pizzeria, I recommend you visit one of these establishments. You'll be able to enjoy delicious pizzas at any time of day.
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