The Best Places to Enjoy Pizza in Yorkshire
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Cresci
Wildly popular and truly authentic, at Cresci they always get it right. Set up in 2020, owner Armando spent time perfecting his pizza-making technique all over the world before bringing his skills to Cresci. Our favourite is the spicy Calabrese with mozzarella, red onions and ‘nduja, but check their seasonal menu for their latest creations.
20 Piccadilly, York YO1 9NU
01904 639395
crescipizzeria.com
Napoli Centro
Served the Neapolitan way, this small pizzeria in Sheffield likes to keep it simple and delicious. As well as sourcing all their ingredients from friends in Italy and great local suppliers, they also take their time to focus on making the best dough possible. Along with their pizza, you can expect an excellent range of Italian craft beers and small-producer wines.
343 Glossop Road, Sheffield S10 2HP
0114 270 0050
napolicentro.co.uk
Knead Pizzeria and Bar
A pizzeria-cum-cocktail bar, every pizza here is made in their traditional brick oven after the dough has been rested for 72 hours, making every slice wonderfully crispy. The bar is a real hidden delight with the drinks tailored to the Italian Aperitif tradition – the perfect accompaniment to pizza.
2 Crossley House, Crossley Street, Halifax HX1 1UG
01422 762095
kneadbyricci.co.uk
No. Twenty Three
The dough at this laid-back restaurant is made fresh every day in-house, topped with authentic Italian ingredients, and cooked in a flash in their wood-fired pizza oven. Pizza always goes best with wine so be sure to explore their range of artisan bottles when you visit.
23 Milton Street, Saltburn TS12 1DJ
no23miltonstreet.co.uk
Pizza West
watch the chefs work their magic with their wood-fired pizza oven. The tasty appetisers won’t disappoint (burrata and grilled nectarine anyone?) but our recommendation would be the chorizo pizza with feta, honey and San Marzano tomatoes.
West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT
01947 604789
pizzawest.co.uk
Pizza on The Square
Using a signature secret sourdough recipe, the dough here is made in-house every day and proven for a minimum of 48 hours, making for a perfect crust every time. Toppings include everything from confit garlic, smoked chicken and honey, to roast butternut squash, goat’s cheese and sage. The drinks menu includes a constant rotation of guest ales, cocktails and artisan wines.
Old Town Hall, Market Place, Malton YO17 7LW
01653 531000
taps.saltbeerfactory.co.uk
Proove Pizza
With two successful locations in Sheffield already (and two more further afield), it’s fair to say that the award-winning pizza at Proove goes down a treat. Inspired by the heritage of Naples, here guests can dine on Neapolitan pizza made with premium Italian flour and an array of delicious small plates.
261 Fulwood Road, Broomhill, Sheffield S10 3BD
01142 945185
16–17 Orchard Square, Sheffield S1 2FB
01143 085156
proove.co.uk
Pizza Loco
Although their previous venue in Oakwood sadly closed earlier this year, Pizza Loco is back and better than ever in Leeds with a new home in Meanwood Tavern. Open seven days a week, you can expect the same high quality Neapolitan pizza with unique and original toppings. For something different, visit during the day time to try their delicious panuozzi (pizza dough sandwiches).
607 Meanwood Road, Leeds LS6 4HQ
pizzaloco.pizza
Rudy’s
With three locations across Leeds and another in Sheffield, Rudy’s is making a name for itself in Yorkshire. The pizzas served are as authentically Neapolitan as they come, with dough made fresh daily, ingredients sourced directly from Naples, and fired in a flash in their traditional oven. The salsiccia is our favourite – fennel sausage, smoked mozzarella, caramelised red onions and chilli flakes.
Leeds, Chapel Allerton and Sheffield
rudyspizza.co.uk
Nether Edge Pizza Co
Celebrating 10 years of exceptional service in 2024, it’s safe to say that Nether Edge Pizza Co is a firm favourite in Sheffield. Fast, fresh, and always wood-fired, there’s a good mix of classic and contemporary toppings here. We recommend the Broomhill brie, topped with spinach, walnuts and (you guessed it) brie.
144 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield S7 1FF
0114 250 8037
netheredgepizza.com
Paesani
Laid-back and friendly, this family-run pizzeria and deli serves classic stone-baked pizza with a contemporary twist, with toppings like smoked salmon, crushed pistachio, fried aubergine and more. There’s a good range of wine here too (Italian of course) and pre-dinner cocktails to indulge in too.
257–259 Crookes, Sheffield S10 1TF
0114 3278 241
paesanisheffield.com
Rad Pizza Shop
Modern and fun, you can find this independent pizzeria at Spark:York where they make their dough on site, leaving it to prove for a minimum of 48 hours before hand-stretching and topping with delicious fior di latte cheese and San Marzano tomatoes.The menu is split into ‘red’ and ‘white’ pizzas. While we’re partial to a white base, the red capricciosa (with black olives, artichokes and mushrooms) is unreal.
17–21 Piccadilly, York YO1 9PB
radpizzashop.co.uk
Dough Eyed
This pizzeria is as casual as they come – loud and lively with an excellent playlist, this is the perfect place to unwind with friends. The crusts here have an impressive rise, and the team pride themselves on adding flair to every dish. Make sure to try their rotation of local beers too.
7 Jubbergate, York YO1 8RT
07591 977986
dougheyed.uk
Rind
The perfect place for cheese fiends, head through The Courtyard Dairy at Austwick and you’ll find Rind, run by The Cheese Bar. The pizza menu here draws inspiration from the best of British cheeses with toppings like Somerset mozzarella and broccoli, pea and mascarpone cream with courgette, and Devon blue cream with figs, honey, and walnuts.
Crows Nest Barn near Settle, Austwick LA2 8AS
01524 958088
thecheesebar.com
Pizza Punks
Unsurprisingly punk in ethos, this independent pizzeria love to challenge the norm, especially when it comes to their delicious pizzas. Made with double-fermented sourdough, toppings cover everything from creamy mac and cheese and chipotle pulled pork, to tandoori chicken and candied jalapeños.
37 Bond Street, Leeds LS1 5BQ
pizzapunks.co.uk
San Carlo Flying Pizza
Newly re-opened after undergoing a stunning renovation, with a dining terrace, retractable roof and views into the kitchen, this is an elegant spot for a slice of the best. The pizza here is a knockout, made with Neapolitan flour and Sicilian tomatoes – our favourite is the classic burrata, with ‘nduja and basil pesto.
60 Street Lane, Roundhay LS8 2DQ
0113 266 6501
sancarlo.co.uk
Porter Pizza Company
A friendly neighbourhood pizzeria and gelateria, our favourite on the menu is their ciao bello pizza, loaded with truffle, mushrooms and lemon thyme. For something sweet, try their new range of gelato made fresh in-house, and a helping of homemade tiramisu never goes amiss.
394–396 Sharrowvale Road, Hunters Bar, Sheffield S11 8ZP
0114 267 6672
porterpizza.co.uk
