27 best pizza places in London

Best for thin-crust pizza: Alley Cats Pizza

Alley Cats pays homage to New York’s iconic pizza scene, with hunger-busting, thin and crispy 14" pizzas. London’s latest pizza outpost off Marylebone High Street is a small yet buzzy space, with gingham tablecloths, dimly lit lamps and a projector playing The Sopranos transporting diners to 90s NYC. Be prepared to queue, as it’s walk-in-only.

Which pizza to order at Alley Cats? If you prefer a thin-crust over a sloppy Neapolitan, you’ve come to the right place. The impressive 14" size is achieved through baking the pizzas in the traditional thin and crispy style, which are presented on silver stands by the side of your table. The menu is compact, with seven pizzas on offer. It includes the Smoked Pepperoni (tomato, aged mozzarella, habanero and honey) and our personal favourite, the white-based Wild Mushroom, with three types of wild shrooms and topped with taleggio, aged mozzarella, red onion jam and fried sage. Up the ante by adding dips – we tried a spicy ranch and herb-flecked aïoli.

What else is there to eat and drink? Don’t skip the starters for fear of over-ordering: the beefy meatballs are a must-try, slathered in slow-cooked tomato sauce and showered in aged parmesan. Cheesy garlic knots are hot, doughy morsels with a dunkable pot of tomato sauce. The dessert menu is short but complimentary: tiramisu and soft scoop ice-cream. The latter can be customised with your choice of toffee sauce, roasted hazelnuts or peanuts.

Address: 22 Paddington St, London W1U 5QY
Nearest tube station: Baker Street
Opening times: Monday-Sunday (12pm-11pm)

Best for upmarket pizza: Pizzeria Mozza

Seek out this stylish Cal-Italian pizzeria for upmarket pizza in a space that’s reminiscent of a wild Mediterranean garden. Don’t expect a crispy thin base or sloppy Neapolitan here – these pies are airy and soft with a bit of chew.

Which pizza to order at Pizzeria Mozza? The stylish play on ham and pineapple is a must order: the ham is replaced with ribbons of lightly smoked speck, and jalapeño peppers add a welcome kick – so impressive it may even sway the staunchest of pineapple naysayers. We also enjoyed the fennel sausage with panna, fior di latte, red onions and scallions.

What else is there to eat and drink? The cauliflower fritti was the highlight on the antipasti menu – perfectly crunchy, hot morsels dipped into a tub of spicy mint-flecked aïoli. It’s hard to resist ordering the iconic butterscotch budino for dessert: a glorious pud with layers of caramel sauce and whipped cream, studded with sea salt to cut through the rich creaminess. Wash it all down with the Orange Wine 75, a new take on a classic, blending Savoia Orancio, citrus cordial and ginger ale for a delicately bittersweet aperitif.

Address: 14-15 Langham Place, W1B 2QS
Nearest tube station: Oxford Circus
Opening times: Tuesday-Sunday, 12pm-10pm

Best for crunchy sourdough pizzas: Berberè Pizza

Find this Italian pizza empire slinging light and crunchy sourdough pizzas in its large, two-floored Kentish Town outpost. Originating from Bologna – with branches across Italy – Berberè prepares its sourdough on site every day with organic type one flour, proofed for 24 hours. The result is unique: a subtly sour, nutty taste, with a slightly crunchy exterior and soft, melty interior – no chewy crusts served here!

Which pizza to order at Berberè? Expect a menu balancing the classics, including margheritas and marinaras, with trendy toppings and fresh British produce, such as Yorkshire pork sausage. The Instagram-friendly burrata & ‘nduja is a picture-perfect blend of vibrant green basil, ruby-red dried tomatoes and creamy white mozzarella. Veggies needn’t miss out thanks to the Norma – baked aubergines, basil and walnut pesto, organic tomato, fiordilatte mozzarella from Napoli and smoked, aged ricotta. Definitely one of the best aubergine pizzas on the scene right now.

What else is there to eat and drink? You must try Berberè’s signature montanarina: a large, deep-fried dough ball with toppings including ‘nduja, aged smoked ricotta and anchovies. Crust dippers are crucial – we love the cheeky trio of garlic butter, spicy ‘nduja and honey, and basil and walnut pesto. To drink, you can’t go wrong with a crodino spritz – a non-alcoholic aperitivo lengthened with orange and soda. Or, try a traditional Italian aperitif – negroni sbagliato, anyone? For dessert, tiramisu is made every day in the kitchen, or save space for two pieces of Sicilian cannoli: fresh, sweet ricotta in a crispy shell.

Address: 300 Kentish Town Road, London NW5 2TG
Nearest tube station: Kentish Town
Opening times: Sunday-Thursday (12-10pm) Friday-Saturday (12-10:30pm)

Best in Covent Garden: Doughnation

Find this lively pizzeria in the heart of Covent Garden, boasting its own summer garden terrace with top-tier views across the piazza.

Which pizza to order at Doughnation? Choose from a short menu of artisan-crafted pizzas on hand-stretched dough, where you’ll find well-known toppings as well as fun flavour combinations. A must-order for veggies, the truffled mushroom ragout sees a truffle-base sauce combined with creamy mozzarella, topped with crunchy hazelnuts and mushrooms for extra earthiness. Or try the cosy and comforting potato pizza, layering sliced potatoes with fontina cheese and thyme salt. ‘Nduja sausage will appeal to meat-eaters, featuring pockets of ‘nduja sausage, shaved pecorino romano and rocket.

What else is there to eat and drink? Elsewhere on the menu you’ll find dishes which stray from a traditional pizzeria, like the baked sweetcorn ribs with basil pesto, chilli and bocconcini cheese. For dessert, a warm skillet cookie, served with a dollop of chocolate ice cream and a white chocolate sauce, makes for an indulgent finish.

Address: 3 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8PS

Nearest tube station: Covent Garden

Opening times: Monday-Sunday (8am-11pm)

Best in the West End: Pizza Pilgrims

With its green-and-white chequered plastic tablecloths, chessboard tile flooring and framed film posters hanging on the walls, Pizza Pilgrims feels like an American diner meets Italian pizzeria. Available for walk-ins only, it's a perfect spot to grab a pre-show pizza and beer in the heart of theatreland.

Which pizza to order at Pizza Pilgrims? The Naples-style pizza with blistering crust and sloppy centre is proved slowly, then cooked fast. Order 'You've Got Maiale' with prosciutto cotto, 'nduja, salsiccia and pepperoni, burrata, red onion and balsamic glaze if you fancy something indulgent. Or, go for 'The 8-Cheese', a ramped-up cheese feast with ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, fior di latte mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan, provola, pecorino and burrata, beautifully finished with pockets of smoked chilli jam. Or, take it back to basics with the margherita, topped simply with tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, basil, parmesan and olive oil.

What else is there to eat and drink? Set the mood with an aperitivo in the form of plump XL nocellara olives, taralli, a bitter negroni or Pilgrims Spritz, a fragrant concoction mixing Pococello limoncello with prosecco, elderflower, mint, soda and lemon. For dessert, satisfy your sweet tooth with a nutty pistachio affogato, or make a beeline for the hazelnut-flavoured espresso martini, shaken with Frangelico noisette liqueur and served with a chocolate and hazelnut rim.

Address: 23 Garrick Street, London WC2E 9BN

Nearest tube station: Covent Garden

Opening times: Monday-Thursday (11.30am-10.30pm), Friday-Saturday (11:30am-11pm), Sunday (12-9pm)

Best in Soho: Rudy’s Neapolitan Pizza

Rudy’s outpost in Soho (they have pizzerias scattered across the north of England, including Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Leeds) makes a worthy addition to the scene.

Which pizza to order at Rudy's? Pizza toppings are crowd-pleasing, from parmigiana with roasted aubergine to spicy calabrese with ‘nduja sausage and cinghiale with wild boar salami. Our lavishly topped capricciosa with creamy fior de latte, prosciutto, mushrooms, Kalamata olives and artichoke hearts ticked all the boxes, but it was the base that really impressed — well-flavoured and pillowy while still being satisfyingly chewy. All of Rudy’s pizzas — baked daily using 24-hour fermented dough — are made by trained and accredited pizzaiolos.

What else is there to eat and drink? Start with an aperitivo of Campari and soda, which arrives premixed in a dinky little bottle alongside a bowl of salted crisps for snacking, before moving onto generous sharing platters loaded with deli treats and house-baked bread.

Address: 80 Wardour Street, London, W1F 0TF
Nearest tube station: Piccadilly Circus
Opening times: Friday-Saturday (12-10:30pm), Sunday-Thursday (12-9:30pm)

Best for personalised Neapolitan pizza (plus fans of crusts): Crust Bros

If crusts are a big deal to you, it’s worth paying a visit to this Waterloo-based pizzeria. The clue is in the name – crusts are a big deal here, as well as the freedom to customise your pizza however you please (regardless of your eccentric topping combination).

Which pizza to order at Crust Bros? Personalise is the name of the game here. Choose from either a Neapolitan or gluten-free base, pick your sauce (red, white, pesto, vegan), protein (‘nduja, anchovies, parma ham etc.), cheese (burrata, gorgonzola, vegan mozzarella etc.) and veg (peppers, onions, aubergines, chilli etc). If this seems complicated, choose from its list of pre-designed pizzas – Straight Outta Hell is a devilish combo of mozzarella, chicken, chillies, pepperoni and ’nduja. You could even add burrata for extra indulgence.

What else is there to eat and drink? Double up on carbs with a side of cheesy flatbread topped with caramelised onions. Crust dippers will be more than happy with its offering, and we'd recommend ordering the trio of truffle, garlic and spicy mayos. To drink, Birra Moretti is on draft, while cocktails cover the classics, from Aperol spritz and margarita to espresso martini.

Address: 113 Waterloo Road, Lambeth London, SE1 8UL
Nearest tube station: Waterloo
Opening times: Mon-Thurs 12-11pm, Fri-Sat 12-11pm, Sunday 12-10pm

Best artisanal pizza in Hackney Wick: Unlock

Enjoy Neapolitan pizza by the canal at this trendy pizzeria-cum-exhibition space in Hackney Wick. Artist collaborations decorate the walls, while pizzaiolos sling pies from the wood-fired oven in the open kitchen.

Which pizza to order at unlock? The menu is split into ‘classic’ and ‘gourmet’, and we encourage diners to opt for the more adventurous options. Toppings feature ingredients which you wouldn’t typically find on pizza, from kiwi purée to panko tempura prawns and sweet and sour pork neck. The base, however, is true to Neapolitan form, with a soft, chewy dough and blistered crust. We tried the prawn and pistachio from the gourmet section, and the nutty pistachio pesto and creamy stracciatella was a strong match for the crispy tempura prawns.

What else is there to eat and drink? Starters are sophisticated and honour Italian produce: think smoked straciatella with Vesuvio apple vinegar and quinoa crumbles. To drink, choose from a short list of Italian wine, beer on tap and traditional Italian cocktails.

Address: 1 Monkwood Way, London E32EG
Nearest tube station: Hackney Wick
Opening times: Tuesday-Thursday (1pm-10pm), Friday-Sunday (12-11:30pm)

Best authentic Neapolitan pizza: Fatto Pizza & Beer

If you like your pizza pillowy, Fatto A Mano’s newest Kings Cross outpost is a must-visit. The latest opening from the Neapolitan-style pizzeria boasts modern furnishings and a buzzy atmosphere, perfect for a quick and casual dinner with friends.

Which pizza to order? The menu balances traditional Italian toppings with simple twists, with everything from fennel sausage and Neapolitan broccoli to mortadella and a whole burrata. Dough is made fresh every day then left to prove for at least 24 hours – meaning less yeast is used for a lighter crust – then, the pizza is cooked at about 450 degrees for no more than 90 seconds (just how they do it in Naples).

What else is there to eat and drink? To start, nibble on nocellara olives and fennel tarallini as you sip on a seasonal aperitivo. A bowl of signature Campania fries is ideal for sharing, or opt for a cheeky salad of buffalo bocconcini, pesto, tomato and Little Gem lettuce. Everything is noticeably fresh and well proportioned, so you’re getting bang for your buck, too. Round off your night in typical Italian fashion with a limoncello – a smooth, warming digestif.

Address: Unit 1, 3 Pancras Sq, London N1C 4AG
Nearest tube station: King's Cross
Opening times: Mon-Thurs 12-10pm, Friday-Saturday 12-10:30pm, Sunday 12-9:30pm

Best vegetarian and vegan pizza in London: Flat Earth Pizza

Flat Earth Pizza has moved into its first bricks and mortar location, an intimate space with bottle green and rattan furnishings. This sustainable pizza joint puts veg at the forefront and dismantles the idea of pizza as ‘junk food’: the dough is neither refined or processed, while ingredients are sourced locally.

Which pizza to order at Flat Earth Pizza? Experimental pizza lies at the heart of Flat Earth, and the offerings do not disappoint. The ‘Hackey hot’ – an oval-shaped pizza with sweet pickled beetroot, a mixture of three Somerset cheeses, jalapeños, fermented hot salsa and tomato passata – has sweet warmth, while the ‘Kimchi Fiorentina’ with kimchi, tomato passata, beetroot crumb and egg, is a Korean twist on a veggie classic (vegans have the option of a plant-based mozzarella pie).

What else is there to eat and drink? Start with a selection of well-designed vegan small plates to share, such as pickled beetroot and turmeric-spiced white cabbage, roasted red onions with caramelised shallots, chives and soubise and hummus with sweet house pickles and springy house focaccia. Drink natural orange wine on tap during summery evenings, or try the foraged fig leaf and sweet woodruff martini. Finish with a gooey vegan sea salt brownie with salted caramel ice cream.

Address: 286-290 Cambridge Heath Rd, London E2 9DA
Nearest tube station: Cambridge Heath
Opening times: Tuesday (5-10pm), Wednesday-Thursday (11am-10pm), Friday (11am-10:30pm), Saturday (10am-10:3opm), Sunday (10am-4pm)

Best pizza and beer in East London: Ace Pizza at Pembury Tavern

This historic Hackney boozer is the home of Ace Pizza, a fun-loving pizza brand famed for its slow risen, picture-perfect Neapolitan pizzas which are stone baked for longer to achieve a crispier crust. Pembury Tavern is also under the stewardship of The Five Points Brewing Company, a local and independent brewery with modern brewing at the heart of its work.

Which pizza to order at Ace? If you like your pizzas heavily topped, doughy and with lashings of sauce, try the chicken shawarma, a fun spin on the classic kebab where house-made shawarma is layered with red onions, spicy marinara, garlic and herb sauce, Guindilla peppers, mozzarella, and fresh parsley. Pickled pink onion is the magic ingredient though, providing a gloriously tangy flavour to cut through the creamy garlic sauce.

What else is there to eat and drink? Pizzas span meat, veggie and vegan with the menu divided into red, white and green bases. Vegans can indulge in ‘Ooh Mami’, the creamy truffle bechamel providing the perfect base for a smattering of portobello mushrooms, cashew ricotta, caramelised onions, oregano oil, porcini salt and fresh parsley. Crust dippers include the enticing truffle aioli and a lip-smacking, fittingly named ‘crack sauce’. And, as the pub is a Five Points Brewery pub, plenty of beer is available to pair with your pizza, including a Five Points favourite the JUPA, a juicy and fruity pale ale with bold, citrus flavours.

Address: 90 Amhurst Rd, London E8 1JH
Nearest tube station: Hackney Downs
Opening times: Monday-Wednesday (4-11pm) Thursday-Friday (4-12am) Saturday (12-12am) Sunday (12-11pm)

Best Neapolitan pizza in London: Vicoli di Napoli Pizzeria

For the ultimate Neapolitan pizza in London, head to Stoke Newington (and be prepared to queue) for a seat in Vicoli di Napoli Pizzeria, as recommended in the book ‘Eat, Pray, Love’. This Neapolitan family first began making pizza back in 1870, and the business is still going strong five generations later with sites in Naples, Tokyo and, London.

Which pizza to order at Pizzeria da Michele? Go for the classic marinara or the margarita (with the option for double mozzarella). Each of the ingredients used is of the highest quality, from the thin, pillowy soft base to the sweet tomatoes and fresh peppery basil.

Address: 125 Stoke Newington Church St, Stoke Newington, London, N16 0UH

Nearest overground station: Stoke Newington

Opening times: Tuesday – Saturday (12 –11pm), Sunday (12 – 10.30pm)

Best for pizza in Greenwich: Bianco43

With its hand-painted and mismatched plates, blue tiled walls and lively Italian soundtrack, this friendly Italian eatery makes a solid pizza pit-stop for Greenwich dwellers.

Which pizza to order at Bianco 43? Expect chewy Neapolitan pizza produced from a large wood-fired oven at the back of the restaurant. The menu balances the classics with inventive toppings, such as the mozzarella with potato croquettes, smoked cheese and mortadella. Our lavishly topped burrata and 'nduja pizza with mozzarella and yellow tomatoes was a reliable salty-spicy hit, but it was the brilliantly pillowy, blistered crusts which stole the show.

What else is there to eat and drink? Start with an aperitivo of Campari, sweet vermouth and soda, before moving onto generous starters such as the two plump Sicilian arancini filled with beef ragu and peas. End on a high note with the intensely creamy pistachio cheesecake with a buttery base.

Address: 43 Greenwich Church Street, London, SE10 9BL
Nearest tube station: Cutty Sark
Opening times: Monday-Friday (12-3pm, 5pm-10:30pm), Saturday-Sunday (12-10:30pm)

Best for progressive Italian: Lamezia

Maria Dell’aquilla took over the reins of her parents’ restaurant in April and describes her new menus as “progressive Italian” in view of its combination of the original Calabrian dishes and her own inspired addition of nutrition-inspired elements, such as hemp and turmeric bases as well as vegan, gluten-free dough and dairy-free cheese.

Which pizza to order at Lamezia? Hemp pizza is not the first ground-breaking dish to come out of Lamezia: Maria’s father, Franco, created his signature ’nduja pizza 10 years ago and it’s still the bestseller.

Address: 165 Holloway Road, London, N7 8LX

Nearest station: Holloway Road

Opening times: Tuesday – Thursday (12 – 10pm), Friday – Saturday (12 – 12am), Sunday (12 – 10pm)

Best for vegan pizza: Purezza

The UK’s first 100% vegan pizzeria, Purezza specialises in plant-based pizzas that respect the Neapolitan heritage. Where possible, this means using alternative versions of animal products, such as a plant-based mozzarella, which took more than two years to develop – this organic cheese (that’s dairy-free, low in fat and allergen-free) is made with brown rice milk and is unique to Purezza. Last year, the restaurant secured investment to begin producing the cheese from a factory for retail. The original Brighton restaurant opened in 2015 and was followed three years later by a Camden branch and plans for more later this year. In 2018, Purezza won National Pizza of the Year for its Parmigiana Party pizza, despite being the only plant-based entrant.

Address: 43 Parkway, London, Nw1 7PN

Nearest station: Camden Town

Opening times: Sunday – Thursday (12 – 10pm), Friday – Saturday (12 – 11pm)

Best for seasonal toppings: Manifesto

Former Natoora director, Vittorio Maschio, has opened his first London pizzeria with a focus on carefully sourced and seasonal toppings. Flour comes from Molino Pasini, a family-run mill in North Italy, while fior di latte is brought over from Puglia. The biga-style dough (meaning it proves for 48-hours, creating a ciabatta-like texture) with a semolina-coated crust creates a super light, crisp base which holds its shape well when topped with sweet tomatoes.

There's a laid-back vibe and minimalist design to the place with a few wooden tables inside, help-yourself counter service and a pile of boxes ready to be filled for takeaway.

Which pizza to order at Manifesto? The stripped back menu offers six pizzas, two beers (from Hackney Wick's Crate Brewery), four wines and two Sicilian soft drinks. Keep it simple with the tomato and co. pizza topped with wild cantabrian anchovies and taggiasche olives, or order the pig and field option piled with peppery pedrazzoli ham and mushrooms if you want something more filling.

There are no starters or desserts, but pizzas are reasonable in size. If you're still peckish, go back and order seconds.

Address: 148 Northcote Road, London, SW11 6RD

Nearest station: Clapham Junction

Opening times: Monday – Saturday (11 – 11pm), Sunday (11 – 10.30pm)

Best for pizza and pasta: Cecconi’s Pizza Bar

From the team behind Soho House, Cecconi’s Pizza Bar focuses on pizza, pasta and Aperol spritz on tap. Vintage Italian posters, black and white mosaic tiles and mahogany tables give the space a retro feel. In the summer, grab a seat on the street and spend the evening sipping on punchy negronis.

Which pizza to order at Cecconi’s Pizza Bar? The super doughy charred crust has a slightly smoky flavour, while the sloppy base is piled high with toppings. Either keep it classic with buffalo mozzarella, tomato and basil, or choose one topped lavishly with parma ham, peppery rocket, mozzarella, parmesan and meltingly creamy burrata – torn apart then drizzled with olive oil. If you fancy something a little lighter, go for a pizzette instead.

What else is there to eat and drink? Crisp matchsticks of zucchini fritti with silky aioli (lifted with lemon) is the best place to start. While pizza is the focus, be sure to share a bowl of creamy spaghetti dusted with shavings of umami truffle. If you’ve saved room for dessert, the tiramisu is a must. Waiters bring large dishes to the table and serve the rich coffee-soaked dessert straight up.

Address: 19-21 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 5JJ

Nearest tube station: Leicester Square

Opening times: Monday – Wednesday (11.30 – 1am), Thursday – Saturday (11.30 – 3am), Sunday (11.30am – 11.30pm)

Best pizza crust in London: Farina

Nestled on Notting Hill High Street, Farina pizzeria focuses on traditional Neapolitan pizzas, with no pineapple or pepperoni in sight. In the summer, grab a table by the floor-to-ceiling folding glass doors and wait for the smoky scent to waft over, or hunker down next to the small open kitchen.

Which pizza to order at Farina: The 48-hour fermented dough is light, with a pillowy, charred crust – tear some off to save for mopping up the leftover tomato juices at the end. Order the Farina, topped with 'nduja, salami and provola if you like something spicy, or the Burratina topped with courgette and burrata for a fresh, creamy topping.

What else is there to eat? Although pizzas are the focus, be sure to order the garlicy polpette to start, which come in a rich, sweet tomato sauce, and if you have room afterwards go for the cannoli – the crisp pastry shell is generously filled with sweet, creamy sheep's milk ricotta and sprinkled with pistachio nuts.

Address: 115 Notting Hill Gate, London, W11 3LB

Nearest tube station: Notting Hill Gate

Opening times: Monday – Saturday (12 – 10.30pm), Sunday (12 – 10pm)

Best sourdough pizza in London: Theo’s

Head to Theo’s in Camberwell for the best sourdough pizza in London. Its wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas are the best in South London.

Which pizza to order at Theo's? The Scotch Bonnet nduja is the menu must-order, as the spiced sausage is made across the road by the team at the Camberwell Arms pub.

What else is there to eat and drink? Save room for a serving of Theo's outrageously good tiramisu, and order a negroni bianco or espresso martini to finish. If you don’t fancy sitting in, Theo’s do delivery, so it’s up there with the best takeaway pizza in London, too.

Address: 2 Grove Ln, Camberwell, London, SE5 8SY

Nearest overground station: Denmark Hill

Opening times: Monday (12 – 10pm), Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (12 – 10:30pm), Friday – Saturday (12 – 11pm)

Best gluten-free pizza in London: Zia Lucia

For the best selection of pizza bases, visit Zia Lucia on Holloway Road or Brook Green and choose between a traditional, wholemeal, vegetable charcoal or gluten-free base. The 48 hour fermented doughs are cooked in a wood-fired oven, each resulting in a different flavour and texture. We recommend the gluten-free base which has a crisp yet light texture. You can create your own pizza and choose from the large selection of toppings including spianata, broccoli, butternut squash and taleggio goat’s cheese.

Which pizza to order at Zia Lucia? The Carlotta is an unusual, indulgent pizza, topped with fresh Italian sausage, crisp, sliced roast potatoes, pecorino and dill.

Address: 61 Blythe Rd, London, W14 0HP

Nearest overground station: Kensington (Olympia)

Opening times: Tuesday – Sunday (11.30 – 10.30pm)

Best pizza slice in London: Voodoo Ray’s

For the best slice of pizza in London, head to Voodoo Ray’s for a New York style slice. With four locations across East, North and South London, this joint bakes 22-inch pizzas topped with everything from wild mushroom, squash and red onion; salt beef, sauerkraut and emmental and a vegan option, piled high with artichoke hearts and green olives.

Which pizza to order at Voodoo Ray's? If you fancy a pizza pie for brunch, Voodoo Ray's serve 10” pizzas on the weekend topped with classic eggs and bacon or a veggie spinach and ricotta version.

What else is there to eat and drink? With a selection of craft beers (think Beavertown, Red Hook and Kona) and frozen margaritas on offer, Voodoo Ray's is the place to go for a late-night munch.

Address: 95 Kingsland High St, London, E8 2PB

Nearest overground station: Dalston Kingsland

Opening times: Monday – Wednesday (5 – 12am), Thursday (5 – 1am), Friday – Saturday (12 – 3am), Sunday (12 – 12am)

Best pizza joint atmosphere in London: Yard Sale

What started as a weekly supper club in owner Johnnie’s back yard has grown to three restaurants (with another opening in March 2018) offering the best pizza in North London. Grab a leather booth seat close to the kitchens for the comfiest spot in house and order a 12 or 18-inch pizza topped with slow cooked tomato sauce and fior di latte mozzarella. The blistered base is crisp yet doughy which gets slightly sloppy when you reach the centre (so napkins are necessary).

Which pizza to order at Yard Sale? There’s no holding back when it comes to toppings, be it the ‘TSB’, a mixture of Tender stem broccoli, manchego, pine nuts, garlic and olive oil; ‘Cour Bimey’ topped with courgette ribbon, pancetta and black pepper, or, one for the cheese lovers, ‘Cheesus Walks’, a white base piled high with basil pesto, mozzarella, gorgonzola, ricotta and parmesan.

What else is there to eat and drink? If you’ve got room for more, order a garlic pizza bread with cheese and Marmite for the ultimate punchy umami experience. There’s a great choice of beers from Beavertown and the Five Points Brewing Company.

Address: 54 Blackstock Road, Finsbury Park, London, N4 2DW

Nearest tube station: Finsbury Park

Opening times: Monday – Thursday (5 – 11pm), Friday (4 – 11pm), Saturday (12 – 11pm), Sunday (12 – 10pm)

Best unusual pizza toppings in London: Homeslice

Homeslice is one of the best pizza restaurants in London with sites in Shoreditch, Fitzrovia, City and Covent Garden. Whether you want to eat in or takeaway, you can order just a slice or a 20-inch pizza.

Which pizza to order at Homeslice? Go all out and split your pizza 50/50 with two different flavours, ideal for sharing. Choose between a classic margherita; a salty salami, rocket and parmesan or a slice topped with kimchi, porcini cream and basil.

Address: 13 Neal’s Yard, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9DP

Nearest tube station: Covent Garden

Opening times: Monday – Sunday (12 – 11pm)

Best all-round pizza meal in London: Made of Dough

For the best pizza in Brixton and Peckham, visit Made of Dough. The moreish, chewy dough has a 60-hour fermentation process before being cooked in a wood-fired oven, and the mozzarella is fresh from Campania.

Which pizza to order at Made of Dough? If you fancy something extra cheesy, order the truffle pizza that comes with fior di latte, white alba truffle oil and an entire ball of Burratina.

What else is there to eat and drink? Make sure to order a side of the scotch bonnet romesco sauce to add a spicy kick to the crust, and wash your pizza down with one of the negronis or a fruity pompelmo G&T.

Address: 182 Bellenden Road, Peckham, London, SE15 4BW

Nearest overground station: Peckham Rye

Opening times: Monday – Saturday (12 – 10pm), Sunday (12 – 9pm)

Best for pizza garlic bread: Sodo Pizza

With four sites across East London (with one just opened in Bethnal Green), Sodo pizza is the place to go for a light, crispy, tangy base.

Which pizza to order at Sodo Pizza? Head to the Walthamstow restaurant on the weekend for a brunch of pizza topped with eggs and sausage and, if it’s warm enough, grab one of the outside tables and order a Bloody Mary or two.

What else is there to eat and drink? While the pizzas are great, we love the sourdough garlic bread topped with sweet, crisp rosemary and drizzled with an earthy olive oil.

Address: Hatherley Mews, Walthamstow, London, E17 4QP

Nearest tube station: Walthamstow

Opening times: Tuesday – Friday (12 – 10pm), Saturday – Sunday (10 – 10pm)

Best pizza and beer in London: Crate Brewery

If you love beer and you love pizza, Crate Brewery in Hackney Wick is the best place to visit. The stone-baked pizzas are topped with unusual ingredients including a veggie Kashmiri dal and a middle eastern lamb.

What else is there to eat and drink? As you’d expect, beer is a real focus. Each week there’s a selection of guest bottles from a fruity brown ale to a dark Indian pale ale as well as regular casks and kegs of zingy lemon gose, velvety Crate stout and a crisp Crate cider.

Address: Unit 7, Queens Yard, Hackney Wick, London, E9 5EN

Nearest overground station: Hackney Wick

Opening times: Sunday – Thursday (12 – 10pm), Friday – Saturday (12 – 11pm)

Best pizza chain in London: Franco Manca

Want a quick pizza in Brixton? Head to Franco Manca for one of the best sourdough pizzas in London. The pizza is cooked in a wood burning oven at 500 degrees celsius giving it a pillowy texture.

Which pizza to order at Franco Manca? Be sure to order number 4, topped with home cured Gloucester old spot ham, mozzarella, buffalo ricotta, wild mushrooms and a little tomato. Extra toppings are available and there are always daily specials to choose between.

What else is there to eat and drink? When it comes to drinks, wine is the focus with eight options to choose between, all of which are either organic, biodynamic or sustainable.

Address: 20 Atlantic Road, London, SW9 8JA

Nearest tube station: Brixton

Opening times: Monday (12 – 5pm), Tuesday – Friday (12 – 11pm), Saturday (11.30 – 11pm), Sunday (11.30 – 10.30pm)

Fancy something sweet now? Click here for our chocolate chip cookie pizza recipe

Photographs: Steven Joyce (Doughnation)