Dining
The 5 Best Pizza in London
Blistered Neapolitan, Roman al taglio and proper New York slices: where to eat the best pizza in London.
In short: our top picks are Pizza Pilgrims, Santa Maria and Yard Sale Pizza. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
London takes its pizza seriously now, and the range is the joy of it: leopard-spotted Neapolitan, crisp Roman squares and folding New York slices, all done properly somewhere in the city. These are the places worth crossing town for, whatever shape your ideal slice takes.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pilgrims | Soho | ££ |
| Santa Maria | ££ | |
| Yard Sale Pizza | Hackney | ££ |
| Homeslice | Covent Garden | ££ |
| Franco Manca | Brixton | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
Pizza Pilgrims
Why we pick itNaples-style pizza from a duo who learned it on a Vespa; the carbonara pizza is the wildcard.
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Santa Maria
Why we pick itA tiny Ealing original that set the London Neapolitan standard; worth the trip west.
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Yard Sale Pizza
Why we pick itEast London sourdough pizza done with real care; the Holy Pepperoni has a cult following.
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Homeslice
Why we pick itTwenty-inch pizzas by the whole or the slice; built for sharing over a carafe of wine.
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Franco Manca
Why we pick itSlow-rise sourdough Neapolitan at fair prices; the Brixton original is still the best.
Before you book
The best Neapolitan places do not always take bookings, so go early or expect a wait. Ask what is on specials; the good kitchens change toppings with the season. And eat it the moment it lands, while the base still has its crackle.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Pizza Pilgrims is our editor's choice: Naples-style pizza from a duo who learned it on a Vespa; the carbonara pizza is the wildcard. Pizza Pilgrims, Santa Maria and Yard Sale Pizza lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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