Best pizza in London: From takeaways to restaurantshere's where we go for a slice
We take our pizza very seriously 🍕
Let’s be honest - pizza is rarely ever bad. It’s doughcheese and tomato at its core (Italiansplease don't come for us). Neverthelesslife’s far too short to settle for anything averageespecially in a city like London where great slices are everywhere. That isif you know where to look...
From quick lunchtime grab-and-go spots to crusts capable of curing your hangoverand date-night worthy pizzeriasthere’s a pie for every mood.
After plenty of taste-testing (tough jobwe know)we’ve rounded up our 12 absolute favourite pizza spots in the capital.
So loosen that belt a littlehere are the best pizzas in London. (Don't forget the hot honey for dipping your crusts!)
Spring Street Pizza
Where to find them: Arch 32 (next to Omeara Bar)Southwark QuarterSouthwark StLondonSE1 1TE
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The New Yorker
Just a stone’s throw from Borough MarketSpring Street Pizza is turning out some of the best New York- pizza we’ve tasted in London. The 18-inch pizzas are seriously impressive - hugethin and perfectly crisp. Plus you can go half-and-half on every flavourwhich makes sharing (and choosing) so much easier.
We went for half Margherita and half New Yorkertopped with pepperonijalapeños and hot honey (also available halal with turkey). The base was spot on: crispylightflavoursome and just the right amount of chew.
While the pizza is the main eventthe fried breadcrumbed mozzarella sticks were unreal. That cheese pull alone was a full TikTok moment. We also ordered the confit garlic aioli and jalapeños & sour cream dipswhich were perfect for dunking our leftover crusts into. We wrapped things up with soft-serve gelato made with Estate Dairy milk and Madagascan vanillafinished with salted caramel sauce.
With Michelin-starred chef Tom Kemble at the helmthe focus on quality ingredients really shines through - and judging by the New Jersey couple next to us calling it some of the best they’ve had in the UKwe’re not the only ones impressed.
Berberè Pizzeria
Where to find them: MaryleboneTottenham Court RoadClapham and Kentish Town
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: Diavola Piccante
'Berberè is a seriously underrated small chain of pizza restaurants that come straight from Italyso you know the pizza is going to be good. The live sourdough bases means you get the ultimate mix of soft pillowy dough and a crisp edge. And when it comes to the toppingsthey keep things simplethe classic margherita is delicious and we sometimes like to switch it up with more meaty toppings and opt for the Diavola Piccante or the Salsiccia. Make sure to get all the dips for those crusts and don't leave without some tiramisu for dessert!' - Lydia Vennsenior entertainment and life writer
Sodo Pizza
Where to find them: Bethnal GreenClaptonHoxtonDeptford Walthamstow and Hammersmith.
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The Wicker Man or The White Goat
"If you’re looking for delicious pizza on your doorstepyou might just be in luck with Sodo Pizzawhich boasts locations in every corner of London.
"As we all knowsourdough is still king in the pizza bizand at Sodo they take it particularly seriously (peep the name?). Their grains are grown in Buckinghamshire — by a farmer called John! — and their dough is fermented for a minimum of 48 hoursso a lot of love has gone into each and every pizza. Plusall of Sodo’s ingredients are seasonalso there’ll always be new inventions to trywhether you’re a meat-eaterveganor even a white pizza girlie.
"Don’t scrimp on those sideseither — sounds roguebut may we recommend the picked veggies and fennel salami? Oh and there’s an impressive selection of local beers and natural wines to wash it all down. Enjoy!" - Brit DawsonSex and Relationships Editor
Florencio
Where to find them: Marylebone
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The Stracciatella
"You know that scene in Bridget Jones when she’s having a candlelit Italian dinner with Mark Darcyand everything seems right in the world? Florencio will make you feel like that. With low lighting and marble tabletopsthe setting is perfect for romantic dates or catching up with pals (as I did.)
"As for the food? The pizzas is crispy and light with dippable cruststhanks to dough that is fermented for 48 hoursand topped with seasonal ingredientswhile the negronis are ice cold and moreish." - Dusty Baxter-WrightEntertainment and Life Director
Fatto a Mano
Where to find them: Bethnal GreenCovent Garden and King's Cross
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The 'Nduja
Originating in Brighton in 2015the seaside favourite has made its way to the capitalbringing with it the most pillowy of doughwhich is proven for at least 24 hours and a mega combination of toppings. They also offer non-gluten dough. Their restaurants are warm and friendlyand with the pizzas cooking in less than 90 seconds they're sure to be on your table fast.
Pizza Union
Where to find them: AldgateHolbornHoxtonKing's Crossand Spitalfields.
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The Regina
If you're in need of a pizza fix at lunchtimehead to Pizza Union. Their 12" pizzas are all under £10super thin and super quickly mademeaning you can enjoy a leisurely work lunch while tucking into a delicious pizza. Prices start at just £3.95 for a Mariana pizzaand you can expect to see all the classic combinations too.
Mamma Dough
Where to find them: BrixtonPeckhamSydenhamLadywell and South Norwood.
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: Hot Honey Dog or the Winter Greengrocer
When I first moved to Londonthis was the pizza I ordered on my first night in the cityand so it holds a special place in my heart. But also the pizza is just really good. The sourdough base is made with a combination of Shipton Mill organic ryewholemeal and white flour. The rest of their ingredients are also sourced in the UKeven the mozzarellaresulting in some truly mouth-watering combinations. Ohand on Mondays they do half price pizzathe perfect start to the week in our opinion.
Crisp Pizza W6
Where to find them: Hammersmith
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The Vecnaobvs
Yepyou expected that one. The cult favourite is deserving of the hypewith many people claiming it as "the best pizza" they've ever eatenbut we'll let you be the judge of that (although you will most likely agree). A mix between New York and classic Italian pizzasit will be worth queueor if you plan aheadtry and reserve your dough ahead of time.
Ria's
Where to find them: Notting Hill
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: The House Pie
If you favour a more deep dish pizzathen head to Ria's. Their pizza dough is created using regenerative flourand fermented for up to 72 hoursso you can expect chewy and crisp crusts. Pizzas come in either a slice (for the House PieVegan Pie and Pepperoni & soppressata) or a whole pie. Also anywhere that does a roasted king prawns pizza is a yes in our books.
Yard Sale
Where to find them: BermondseyTufnell ParkHither GreenTottenhamCrofton ParkCrystal PalaceBalhamEast DulwichHackney RoadLeytonstoneWalthamstowFinsbury ParkClapton
Takeaway available?: Only takeaway no sit in
We order: The monthly special
Trust us when we say your Friday night takeaways or Sunday hangovers are about to be transformed with this pizza. The takeaway began a decade ago formed between three friends who have taken over the pizza game. Their USP? Their 18" pizzas which are perfect for parties or just a really hungry day for two people. And another USP? Their collabs. From Amelia Dimoldenberg to middle eastern restaurant Bubalathey're regularly offering up a new and innovative special. So basically an excuse to get at least one a month.
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Rudy's
Where to find them: SohoShoreditchTottenham Court RoadCanary WharfSpitalfieldsQueensway and Westfield.
Takeaway available?: Yes
We order: Cinghiale or the Portobello
This Manchester institution made its way down south a few years ago and now has locations all over London. The pizza is pillowy and moreish and filled with classic combinationsas well as two monthly specials. Also make sure to order all the dips (garlic ailoi'nduja alioi and chilli honey) for those soft crusts at the end.
Penny SquaresAldgate
Where to find them: 11-15 MinoriesLondon EC3N 1AX (tucked inside the Canopy by Hilton London City hotel).
Takeaway available?: No
We order: Capricciosa pizza
"Are you a low-key solo diner? Or are you simply after a laid-back dinner date evening (accompanied by delicious Italian foodobvs)? Welllook no further than Penny Squares which is just a short walk from Aldgate station in East London. The signature pizza has been authentically reimaginedallowing for a choice of up to three flavours (think: half and half vibes). It’s the perfect main for those craving classic Italian flavoursbut with a more is more twist! Finish with a serving of the amarena rum baba and thank me later. Buon Appetito!" - Lia MappouraBeauty Writer
Lydia Venn is Cosmopolitan UK’s Senior Entertainment and Life Writer. She covers everything from TV and filmto the latest celebrity news. She also writes across our work/life section regularly creating quizzescovering exciting new food releases and sharing the latest interior must-haves. In her role she’s interviewed everyone from Margot Robbie to Niall Horanand her work has appeared on an episode of The Kardashians. After completing a degree in English at the University of ExeterLydia moved into fashion journalismwriting for the Daily Expressbefore working as Features Editor at The Tabwhere she spoke on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour and Talk Radio. She has an encyclopedic knowledge of Gilmore Girls and 00s teen moviesand in her free time can be found with a margarita in hand watching the Real Housewives on repeat. Find her on LinkedIn.
Grace Henry is Cosmopolitan UK’s Acting Entertainment and Life Director. She oversees the Entertainment and Life strategy across printdigital and video. Grace joined Cosmo in March 2025after working as the Online Entertainment and Factual Editor at Radio Times. As a journalist for almost a decadeGrace has interviewed the likes of Caitlyn JennerEva LongoriaMorgan FreemanSylvester Stallone and more. Grace loves all things reality TVand when she’s not interviewing a big celeb you can find her binging old episodes of The Real Housewiveswith Atlanta and Potomac being her top two faves from the franchise. She also loves a female-led drama series – think OITNB and Sex and The City – and is a sucker for a true crime doc!
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