Brilliantly located in the village of Wimbledon this Franco Manca pizzeria has been dishing up perfect Neapolitan-style pizzas for years. Situated close to mainline and underground links from Wimbledon station, it’s also easy to get to. It’s near all the shops and cool cafes that the area has to offer, close to the Centre Court shopping centre, and the South Park gardens. Next time you’re looking for great pizza after a shopping trip or checking out the New Wimbledon Theatre, grab a delicious sourdough.
The interior is cheery and vibrant with a colourful painting on the wall, making the restaurant feel instantly welcoming. The décor and furniture is rustic with wooden accents, marbled tables, and hanging lights looping from the ceiling all around the room. The waiters are friendly and accommodating, always with a solid recommendation up their sleeve. For wheelchair users, there is disabled access and facilities.
The pizzas are made using freshly sourced ingredients and Franco Manca’s amazing slow-rise fermented dough. The dough operation is impressively conducted with military precision, with batches of it made fresh every day in the afternoon to be proved for a minimum of 20 hours, ready for service the next day. The toppings are updated regularly on the specials board for those wanting an-off menu option that is good for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Ingredients are sourced from Italy and Britain to get the best of both worlds.
The cosy restaurant is perfect for occasions like birthday party outings or family dinners, you can phone to book for larger parties. The amenities are child-friendly with baby changing facilities and even a special picirillo kids menu for a mini version of the adult pizzas. You can also order online to have pizzas delivered to your home or collect them instore for your weekend pizza run.