Best Pizza In Newcastle Upon Tyne

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By Kiera Chapman Junior Editor Expert in food and drink, with 5 years in editorial, including bylines in Marie Claire.

Is pizza just the thing you really knead right now? Thankfully, Newcastle is spoilt with choice when it comes to pies of goodness. Slice up your day with a taste of the city's cheesiest, sauciest, and doughiest delights. Whether you're a crust connoisseur or a toppings fanatic, we've scoured our way through the city to uncover the finest pizza restaurants in town. Get ready to embark on a journey of dough-licious discovery with our list on where to find the best pizza in Newcastle.




The Head of Steam Quayside

On the hunt for the best pizza in Newcastle city centre? The Head of Steam's stone-baked delights are a must-try for any cheese lover. Situated right across from the Central Station, this happening joint is well-known for its amazing music and is hailed as one of the coolest bars in town. But that's not all there is to this venue; their food is pretty good, too. Choose from the sweet and spicy pepperoni pie or opt for the spicy shawarma; whatever you choose, stunning views of the Millennium Bridge and the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art await you.

ASK Italian Metro Centre

ASK Italian Metro Centre is the perfect go-to for an Italian meal with family and friends. Located right in the heart of Newcastle, it's an ideal spot to relax after shopping or exploring the River Tyne.

Try the spicy Calabria pizzas topped with 'nduja and goat's cheese, or dig into crowd-pleasing calzones filled with pepperoni, ham, beef, and red wine ragu. You can also enjoy classic pizzas for around £11.95 - but make sure to begin your meal with some tasty pesto and cheese dough bites.

Pizza Dough Co

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Speaking of restaurants with delicious slices of pizza, Pizza Dough Co. in Gosforth is serving up some seriously tasty bespoke New York-style pizzas made with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients from their state-of-the-art pizza oven. This venue's passion for quality is evident in every artisan pizza they assemble, with the pizza dough being double-fermented for 20 hours before being cooked at 400 degrees to create the perfect charred slice. Offering a variety of meat and veggie toppings, whether it's a Truffle Shuffle with garlic mayonnaise and red onion marmalade or a Korean Spiced Beef with piquant peppers, chillies, and honey dressing, their handmade pies have something for everyone.

Fratelli

Fratelli is a family-run Italian restaurant serving a wide range of authentic Italian and Sardinian cuisine to suit all tastes. From classic favourites like spaghetti carbonara to speciality dishes such as the stunning pescatora pizza topped with squid, mussels, clams, tiger prawns and chilli, they've got something for everyone, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. What's more, their al fresco terrace is the perfect spot for summer cocktails and catchups, while the open-plan dining area with mezzanine creates a vibrant atmosphere for a fun night out.