Best Pizza In London

Serving up 48-hour proved dough in the heart of Soho, Mele E Pere is an intimate Italian restaurant home to authentic dishes and a range of cocktails. Wander into this sleek joint with low-hanging lights and dark wooden countertops to enjoy classic pizzas like Napoli or San Daniele, with vegan and gluten-free options available too.

It's official: Pizza Pilgrims have taken over the capital, including Farringdon, Camden, Waterloo and Victoria to name a few. Armed with the freshest ingredients and old recipes, the team has a reputation for creating mouthwatering Neapolitan slices with swoon-worthy dishes like the double pepperoni with hot honey. Top tip: it's also up there with the best pizza in London for delivery.

In the mood for some coal-fired pizza and a fresh glass of wine? Luckily for you, that's exactly what Serata Hall in Shoreditch specialises in. Head on down for a chilled night with mates or even a first date, as the elegant decor and green velvet chairs make for a seductive setting. On the menu, you can expect signature slices such as the Queen Bee with goats cheese and roast sweet potato as well as the Rock Star Margherita. If you're around Mare Street, check out its sister Martello Hall, based out of a refurbished Victorian building, slinging out pizzas named after London Fields.

Anyone who finds themselves in Kentish Town is in luck because Never For Ever offers some quality pizza along with plenty of craft beers, cocktails and wines from around the world. These slices are loaded with everything from salami and olives to braised ox cheek and stilton, which can all be enjoyed in a super relaxed setting. Think glossy white tiles, plants dangling from the ceilings and leather sofas to kick back in.

You can rely on some top-quality pizza at Mamma Dough, with locations all over London from South Norwood to Peckham and more. The independent business gets its flour from Shipton Mill and uses it to make fresh sourdough-based eats in a wood-fired oven. Head along to the stripped-back space on a Monday to bag a pizza for half price, or hit up Brixton for its bottomless brunch. The menu includes signature dishes like the Baby Green Blue with mozzarella, gorgonzola and Tuscan sausage, plus the The Devil, featuring salami calabrese. 

A stunner in the looks department if we ever saw one, Bocconcino Mayfair is a striking Italian eatery oozing elegance in the middle of the capital. Think winding glass staircases and spiralling golden orbs of light hanging above you as you tuck into a menu featuring fresh pasta, antipasti and, of course, pizza. Here you'll find it topped with the likes of spicy salami or burrata cheese that pours when you cut into it. What's more, on Saturdays and Sundays there's even a bottomless brunch consisting of unlimited pizza and bubbles from £55 per person.

Mare Street Market is a dazzling place to enjoy some pizza, you only have to take one gawp at the ceiling adorned with eclectic chandeliers to see why. Serving up top-notch wood-fired pizza, the big food hall-style dining room is so vibey you could stay for hours. You'll find the likes of dough laced with smoked salmon and crispy capers here, as well as the classics. They're not just about pizza though – wash down your meal with a brew from their 15 taps or indulge in their massive selection of spirits.

Get ready to indulge in a magical pizza tour like no other on the Big Red Pizza Tour. Hop aboard a vintage Routemaster bus and explore six of London's finest pizza spots, each showcasing a different style and atmosphere. Beer and music are served onboard, so all you need to bring is your appetite.

For £90, you'll enjoy a fun-filled ride around Central London, discovering delicious pizzas and hidden gems along the way. It's the perfect outing for foodies, groups, and anyone looking for a unique experience.

Sleek neighbourhood bar Dodici Pizze & The Black Horse can be found in Walthamstow, whipping up delicious cocktails and pouring local craft beer from their modern, tiled bar. Expect stylish interiors featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and pretty plants, with cosy leather seating to relax in.

They serve a range of authentic Italian stone-baked pizzas from their in-house pizzeria, with multiple different topping to choose from - think nduja and fresh chilli or burrata with pistachio pesto.

This unique bar and restaurant serves up some of the best pizza in East London. Boasting a huge range of garnishes with a sexy charred crust, this buzzy establishment spoils you for choice - especially when you find out Well Street Pizza's got a stellar 2-4-£14 deal on the doughy delights between Mondays and Wednesdays from 7pm 'til close. Wolf down the likes of the Salamino Piccante and Rustica, featuring Tuscan sausage paired with tenderstem broccoli.

Alba Trattoria has exactly what you need when it comes to the good stuff. This laid-back restaurant in Wanstead offers 48-hour fermented dough pizzas with only four dishes to choose from, because if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Wolf down fior di latte mozzarella, wild mushrooms, Gorgonzola cheese and green olives, or perhaps some sausage and broccoletti is more your thing.

For authentic Neapolitan pizza, with dough that's proved for 72 hours, check out Happy Face King's Cross. This cool pizza restaurant is found underneath the Everyman Cinema, offering Italian slice topped with the likes of truffle white base, smoked scamorza and wild mushrooms, or classic burrata and 'nduja.

Pasta Remoli is all about slinging Roman pies that pay homage to tradition and pack a punch of flavour. Their iconic Roman pizza is whipped up using the tried-and-true biga method, guaranteeing each mouthful is a bona fide Italian experience. What's cookin'? Fancy pies such as Pizza 3 Pomodori, 5 cheeses and red onion chutney, as well as gamberetti, salmone, and pink mayo are all up for grabs.

The Star of Bethnal Green is a laid-back, charming karaoke pub offering a vibrant atmosphere where great food and drinks take centre stage. Known for its delicious pizza offerings in partnership with Slice Club, the menu features a variety of toppings and styles to suit all tastes.

From classic choices like OG (margherita) to more adventurous options like Pork & Greens, each pizza is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients and cooked to perfection. 

Want to find the best pizza in London without trekking across the city? Head to Slice-O-Mania, where 20 top-tier pizza vendors from across the UK gather in one place, each offering £3 slices for you to try, compare, and vote on.

Expect everything from Neapolitan-style to deep dish, wood-fired classics to wild toppings you never thought could work. It's a pizza paradise, with awards to be won, tastings to enjoy, and your vote helping crown the ultimate slice. If pizza is your love language, this is your heaven.

The Old Nun's Head's current kitchen residency is Dough Hands, a viral institution prompting constant buzz and booked up tables. Some are even saying these guys give Crisp a run for their money.

There's a choice of six different pizzas, starting from just £9 a pop, including a hot honey number, spicy tuna flavour, 'shroomy' and more, alongside garlic bread and hot sauce dips.

After existing as a pop-up travelling up and down the country slinging out cheesy goods, Made of Dough found a permanent spot in the heart of Peckham, and has been firing the oven up there ever since. The dining room is full of natural light and adorned with industrial-style lampshades, making it a laid-back haunt to enjoy a good bite to eat. Get a slice of the action by sitting at the white marble countertop circling the open kitchen, before inhaling pizza topped with brindisa chorizo and piquillo peppers, as well as the bloody vegan, with kalamata olives and a signature homemade tomato sauce.

Crisp Pizza W6 is a beloved local gem nestled inside The Chancellors pub on Crisp Road, just moments from the Thames and Riverside Studios in Hammersmith. What began as a pop-up has swiftly earned legendary status among London pizza lovers, drawing crowds from near and far.

At the heart of Crisp is owner Carl McCluskey and his expert team, crafting pizzas baked 'low and slow' in electric bread ovens to achieve the perfect balance of a crisp base and chewy bite. The menu boasts crowd-pleasers like the spicy pepperoni pie, fiery 'nduja, and the indulgent Vecna pie topped with creamy burrata and drizzled with hot honey. For something different, try the four-cheese calzone or satisfy your sweet tooth with a Nutella calzone.

Arguably the best pizza in Central London, you can't curate a guide without featuring the world-renowned L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele Soho. Take a seat in the flirty setting, with the quote 'I want someone to look at me the same way I look at pizza' scribbled in neon pink across the wall, and tuck into the food that conquered the streets of Napoli and, now, Soho. Fancy some cocktails? This space has you covered too, with bespoke concoctions like Drunk In Love made with pink gin and strawberry cream liqueur. 

How does going for a bite to eat in an ex-lavatory sound? Don't worry, the old Victorian bog was transformed into Joe Public AKA a great spot to grab some delicious food. From the team behind WC Wine Bar (they must have a thing for water closets), this Clapham eatery offers 20-inch pizzas by the slice, which you can receive via a quick-serve hatch if you're on the go. Toppings include the likes of chicken and chorizo, the Native Mushroom and perhaps the filthiest of them all, the Cheese Burger. 

With pizza being sold by the slice, Voodoo Rays take inspiration from New York across London to the likes of Peckham and Dalston. This joint whips up the biggest pizza in London coming in at a whopping 22 inches, which is why it's a firm fave for office parties. Come for the vibes and stay for fixings of vegan chorizo and the famous tasty green sauce. You'll also be thrilled to discover signature dishes such as the Green Velvet, fixed with artichoke hearts and olives, plus the Giorgio Moroder with goats cheese and sunblush tomatoes. 

If you're wondering where you can find the best vegan pizza in London, then look no further than this Camden Town beauty. Located on Parkway, Purezza understands that you should never have to scrimp on flavour or quality with this dish. Their menu is 100% vegan, with toppings including plant-based meats and cheeses, generously spread across wholegrain sourdough. Standouts include the white-based BBQ Bourbon or the pepperoni and agave offering. The restaurant itself is pretty too, with wooden chairs sprinkled about, hanging plants and a bright outdoor terrace boasting exposed brickwork for dining come the warmer months.

Zia Lucia is an Italian joint serving 48-hour slow-fermented dough all over the city, from Islington to Hammersmith and beyond. The buzzy restaurant is typically decked out with rustic walls and dangling golden light fixtures, serving up some of the best pizza in London. Not only does its menu feature some sensational ingredients such as burrata and parma ham, but it also offers four different types of base: traditional, wholemeal, gluten-free and vegetable charcoal. Count us in. 

Come get a LARDO this stylish restaurant residing in Hackney's iconic Arthaus building. This bright bar offers relaxing decor, with almost a loft feel, thanks to its exposed ceiling and lengthy tables stretched out across the sizable space. Be enticed by its name in red neon lettering outside and walk straight into pizza heaven. You'll find an ever-changing menu served seven days a week that includes a marghertia for £12, and special editions such as Delica pumpkin, smoked semi-dried tomatoes, jalapeños and crispy kale.

Yard Sale is the go-to when you're looking to share a seriously good bit of pizza that also happens to be award-winning. Dotted around the city, what once started as three friends cooking up crusts in a backyard has now turned into a household name with brand collaborations and the likes of a Marmite pizza bread on the menu. Dine in or takeaway to secure one of their signature dishes such as the Holy Pepperoni, New Porker and Mr Lava Lava.

You'll devour some of the best Neapolitan pizza in London at the award-winning Crust Bros, located only a stone's throw away from Waterloo Station. Famed for their leopard print crusts (with interiors to match their wild side), this popular joint lets you create your own with an array of toppings to choose from, such as salami, parma ham, artichokes and caramelised onions. Swing by on the weekend for their bottomless boozy brunch for just £35 per person. Mmmm.

Fronting sites in Kentish Town and Clapham, Berberè is a fantastic shout for artisan sourdough pizza. Cut into eight perfect slices with dips such as spicy 'nduja and honey for the crusts, this joint is a go-to when it comes to a serious bit of the good stuff, enjoyed best on the outdoor terrace. On the menu, there's the Norma, with baked aubergine and pesto, plus dough slathered in four cheeses, truffle and mushrooms. If you've still got room, you'll want to try their deep-fried dough balls. Take a seat in the dining room, decorated with exposed brick walls and back-lit yellow seats, before you get stuck in.

Without a doubt, Napoli On The Road is serving the best pizza in London, all thanks to its founder and chef, Michelle Pascarella, who won the Global Pizza Maker of the Year award in 2023. Located in the heart of Chiswick, this small restaurant oozes elegant interiors, with Amalfi lemon trees winding through. On the frequently evolving menu, you can expect contemporary twists on favourites, such as the Provola e Pepe, using four different types of ground peppers.

In the middle of Soho on Old Compton Street, you'll find Cecconi's Pizza Bar, a jazzy spot for a cocktail or two (mmm, picantes), followed by a slice of top-notch pizza. The feel of the restaurant is vibrant, with wooden panelling, brown leather seats and 50s advertising prints framed on the walls. It's the ideal place to visit when planning a date or catching up with friends. The menu is full of classics such as a marinara, as well as lashings of fennel sausage, friarielli and scamorza.

Boasting the closest thing to a decent Chicago deep dish outside of the US, Japes in Soho knows what it's doing when it comes to creating Insta-worthy cheese pulls and bed-worthy food comas. There's also the option of the first-ever London-style pizza on the menu, featuring an 11-ingredient tomato sauce that can be wolfed down while muttering the Eurythmics-inspired mantra across the wall: sweet dreams are made of cheese.

Step into Florencio, the trendiest pizzeria in Marylebone, where every pizza is a masterpiece, crafted by the talented chef Diego Jacquet. The dough, light, crispy, and perfectly fermented for 48 hours, sets the stage for truly exceptional pies. Indulge in creations like the Fugazetta, a heavenly combination of mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, onions, oregano, and a touch of spicy honey, or the El Cuartito, topped with spicy salami, grilled peppers, mozzarella, and chives. 

With just 32 seats, the cosy, intimate space offers a front-row seat to watch the pizza magic come to life. Pair your meal with tempting cocktails or choose from a curated wine list for the ultimate dining experience. Save room for Diego's famous banana split ice cream, available for both in-house enjoyment and take-home tubs.

Rudy's Soho invites you to experience authentic Neapolitan pizza in a warm, rustic-chic setting right in the heart of Soho. The space oozes character with exposed brick walls, soft ambient lighting, and long communal wooden tables that encourage sharing and socialising. At the centre of it all, a traditional wood-fired oven roars at 500°C, turning dough into perfectly blistered, chewy-crusted pizzas in just 60 seconds, a true spectacle you can watch unfold in the open kitchen.

The menu is a heartfelt tribute to Naples, with standout dishes like the Romagnola, featuring San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, Grana Padano, and aged prosciutto from Emilia-Romagna, finished with fresh rocket and olive oil. And of course, the Margherita is a timeless classic here, celebrated for its simple elegance and vibrant flavours drawn from volcanic-soil-grown tomatoes and creamy mozzarella.

Step right up to Circus Pizza, where Naples-trained Kit Delamain (formerly of St John) is tossing out pies that are nothing short of legendary.

Fusing classic Neapolitan craft with Panzer's top-tier ingredients, Kit creates mouthwatering masterpieces like The Pepe - smoky pepperoni and mozzarella, all smothered in a rich tomato base; Fungi-er Than Thou - a truffle-laden mushroom ragu dream; and Panzer's Pizza, topped with Fior di latte, smoked salmon, chives, and tangy cream cheese for that deli-inspired wow factor. It's a pizza showstopper, and you won't want to miss it.

Take a stroll down Stoke Newington's Church Street and you'll stumble upon a light blue beauty boasting some of the best Italian pizza in London. The patio out back has the wow factor that's needed for a first date, with elegant chairs and fairy lights laced above. On the menu? Their iconic margherita and marinara, alongside gooey calzones and pizza rolls if you happen to stop by for lunch. 

You never forget your first bite of a Santa Maria pizza in London. It's a tangy one, sprinkled with parmesan and boasting a velvety tomato base, as well as crusts donning inviting, crispy bubbles for you to pop. Independently owned and with a hint of Art Deco interiors, reminiscent of a 1960s Italian coffee bar, this venue's menu is expansive with toppings like buffalo mozzarella DOP, parma ham, then homemade tiramisu to finish.  

Alley Cats Pizza in Marylebone is a quirky, vibrant pizzeria offering a delicious mix of inventive pies and a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Tucked away from the crowds, the space is filled with cat-themed artwork and retro decor, creating the perfect spot for a laid-back meal with friends or a casual dinner.

The menu boasts creative pizzas like the Truffle Shuffle, with truffle oil, mushrooms, and mascarpone, alongside hearty classics like the Alley Cat's Supreme, loaded with pepperoni and roasted peppers. With seasonal specials and a great selection of craft beers and natural wines, this spot is all about bold flavours and good vibes.

Located in Covent Garden and King's Cross, Fatto A Mano has made a name for itself on the London pizza scene, especially by welcoming the World's Best Pizza Chef Franco Pepe through its doors to bring his exclusive creation to hungry diners. The modern eatery began in 2015 when it set up camp in Brighton to serve authentic Neapolitan slices inspired by trips to the markets of Ballaro in Sicily and Vucciria in Palermo. Whipping up delights at around 450 degrees for no more than 90 seconds to get that bubbly crust, its signature dishes include the diavola, topped with spianata (spicy salami), and the lasagna pizza, made with its own slow-cooked ragu.