Top 10 best pizzerias not to be missed in Naples in 2024

Tradition. It is the watchword if you can try the pizza at Antica pizzeria da Michele. One of the most famous pizzerias in Naples was founded back in 1870 thanks to the intuition of Michele Condurro, who, in keeping with family tradition, decided to pursue a career as a pizza maker and open a shop at the entrance to the Forcella district from Corso Umberto. What makes Pizzeria da Michele unique is the menu. In fact, among the possible pizzas, you can only choose two alternatives: the Marinara and the Margherita. This is a clear choice and legacy of Michele, who has left the running of his pizzeria to his children and grandchildren, who continue the tradition, without affecting its strength and flavor. The interior style of the pizzeria is still very much the same as when it opened in the early 20th century. Another legacy is that at Michele's you can't reserve a table. So you'll wait your turn, taking the classic paper number.

Via Cesare Sersale, 1 – 80139 Napoli

Errico Porzio has amassed over a million followers on TikTok, and his restaurants, located throughout Campania and Rome, are revered landmarks for pizza lovers. After all, Porzio's expertise in the field is undeniable. A maestro pizzaiolo and social media sensation, he has dedicated years to relentless experimentation and innovation, constantly refining techniques and concocting inventive yet successful flavour combinations. The result is an authentic, unpretentious product that has quickly become a staple of the contemporary pizza scene. Many enthusiasts are willing to journey great distances for a taste of his creations, even those residing beyond the borders of Campania. The experience justifies the pilgrimage: Porzio's pizza is truly as delicious as it appears on the smartphone screen.

This beautiful pizzeria is located in the heart of Pignasecca, in the centre of Naples, a stone's throw from Spaccanapoli. We are in one of the most populous and colourful markets in Naples, characterised by the sounds, colours and aromas of the particular Neapolitan folklore. The Pizzeria & Trattoria al 22 is so deeply rooted in the surrounding neighbourhood that there is a constant intermingling with other businesses, especially in the choice of raw materials and local products. The pizzeria has been a family-run business for about three generations and the style of the place demonstrates this; when you enter the pizzeria you feel at home, and the welcome and the staff are very courteous and attentive to your requests. If you find yourself trying the pizza at 22 you can ask for the Pizza del Sindaco, a tribute to the first citizen of Naples and then included on the menu with its mix of yellow and Piennolo del Vesuvio tomatoes and with provola, pecorino and basil.

Via Pignasecca, 22, 80134 Napoli NA

Embracing the mantra "Vivere di pizza è meraviglioso" (living of pizza is marvellous), Vincenzo Capuano's passion for all things pizza is palpable in every bite. Born in 1989, Capuano has quickly risen to fame as the 2022 World Champion in Contemporary Pizza, amassing a large following on social media and captivating estimators across Italy. From Bari to Milan, Capuano has established a series of successful venues, with multiple locations in Naples alone, including the restaurant in Piazza Vittorio and openings in the Vomero district and Piazza Trieste e Trento. With its high and airy crust to cut with scissors, Capuano's pizza is as good for taste buds as it is for the eyes. It's one of the best you'll eat in Naples in 2024. 

Behind the birth of this pizzeria is an iconic story almost worthy of a film or TV series. Pizzeria Mammina was born in the last century when two seamstresses from Mergellina, amidst embroidery, patching, sewing and de-sewing, passed on cooking tips and then delighted in putting them into practice on Sundays at what is one of the traditional lunches of the Neapolitans. Realising their culinary talent, the two seamstresses decided to take over the tailor's shop where they worked and turn it into a Neapolitan trattoria, that today ranks among the best pizzerias in Naples, with three locations in the city. Mammina's menus include typical local products and food from other Italian regions. The genuineness of Mammina derives from the choice to include organic or km 0 food on the menu, thus supporting a healthy and productive supply chain.

Via Partenope, 15/18, 8012, Napoli NA
Via Santa Brigida, 65, 80132 Napoli NA
Via Duomo, 235, 80138, Napoli NA

Lino Ranieri carries with him the legacy of four generations of restaurateurs and a great passion for arts and history. Family traditions and personal interests merge with his culinary vision, brought to life in the beautiful and central setting of Casa Reale, just a stone's throw from the Maschio Angioino and the San Carlo theatre. Perusing the menu, you'll find the classics of Neapolitan cuisine: genovese, pasta e patate, spaghetti alla Nerano. Nevertheless, you'll also bump into intriguing detours that hint at a kind of creativity not necessarily tied to tradition (like ravioli with zucchini flowers, cheese, and prawns). Anyway, we are here to talk about pizza, so let's get to the point: Casa Reale makes one of the best pizzas in Naples. We were won over by its contemporary dough, fluffy and highly digestible, and locally sourced ingredients. A rustic yet smart venue in an excellent location does the rest.

Via San Carlo, 27/28/29, 80133 Napoli NA

In the heart of the kingdom of pizza, the historic center of Naples, there is an innovative yet traditional place that keeps pace with its delicate flavors. Antonio Sorbillo, who gives his name to the pizzeria, has respected and consolidated the tradition of pizza but has brought a new wind to the way of working the dough, rolling out and decorating- not garnishing- the pizzas. The dough itself is different in its texture. The double-zero flour is always the same but the dosages change the leavening times and the choice of raw materials to season the pizza, which is always thin but does not overflow from the plate, remaining an extra large pizza. The sign of tradition is evident but what can be seen most is the dexterity of the under-30 pizza makers who populate the kitchen and who are part of the new tradition of Neapolitan pizza makers that has been depopulating in recent years with a pizza with a wide and soft crust and with a reinterpretation of traditional flavors.

Via dei Tribunali, 38, 80138 Napoli NA

One of the best pizzas in Naples for 2024 is the crowning glory of Totò Sapore, a traditional restaurant helmed by master pizzaiolo and entrepreneur Angelo Ranieri. At his headquarters on Viale Antonio Gramsci, very close to the splendid seafront, you can savour reassuring dishes prepared to perfection. The flavours represent the authentic tastes of Neapolitan cuisine, presented in a format that captivates even the most discerning connoisseurs. Try the genovese with mezzanelli to believe it: it's addictive. But let's get back to pizza. Ranieri, a world champion in 2017, creates doughs that are light and easily digestible. Our recommendation is to dive straight in and indulge in more tantalising variations like succulent Mammà: a topping of ragù, parmesan fondue, sautéed aubergines, and meatloaf, all held together by a ricotta-stuffed crust. Aren't you already hungry?

Naples is a land of historic pizzerias that have "raised" generations of Neapolitans. These are places that feel like home, where the youth of yesterday, now grandparents, continue to return with their children and grandchildren, year after year, decade after decade. Time passes, but the places that hold our hearts remain the same. Pizzeria Trianon is undoubtedly one of them. Founded in 1924 by Ciro Leone and Giorgina De Somma, it is among the custodians of the authentic Neapolitan pizza tradition. The establishment on Via Pietro Colletta, right in the heart of the historic centre, was a regular haunt for the great Napoli artists of the last century: Totò, Macario, Nino Taranto. After performing at the Trianon, the iconic theatre from which the pizzeria takes its name, they would pass by to enjoy a bountiful "ruota di carro." Thin, soft, and so large that the plate cannot contain it, the house speciality is a true delight!

Via Pietro Colletta, 44, 80139 Napoli NA

Tucci’s Pizzeria di Conversazione, as the name suggests, is not your typical Neapolitan pizzeria. Located in the vibrant Chiaia district, the heart of Naples' nightlife, Tucci’s is the perfect spot for dining and late-night entertainment, featuring great music and delicious cocktails. This hybrid venue, blending a pizzeria with an American bar, turns into a dancefloor on weekends. Beyond the lively atmosphere, the pizza stands out for its quality ingredients, creative combinations, and soft dough. The reason is clear. The innovative project is spearheaded by the renowned master pizzaiolo, Ciro Tutino.

Via Nicola Nisco, 5, 80121 Napoli