You can’t go wrong with a good slice of pizza and these Bristol restaurants are home to some of the nicest in the city. From puffed-up Neapolitan to thick Detroit-style, simple Margherita lovers to contentious pineapple fans, there’s a pizza here to suit everyone’s tastes. There’s no judgment here, just brilliant pizza.
1. Pizzarova
Once known for getting us through lockdown with their DIY pizza kits, this pizza spot has now taken over every corner of Bristol. With four locations in the city, you know you’re never far from great pizza – and you’ll smell Pizzarova’s moreish, slowly fermented sourdough pizzas from miles away. Just some fan favourites include the Margherita deluxe, which is ultra-cheesy and has a chilli flake kick, while the double chorizo and hot honey has nailed that perfect sweet and salty combo. Bristol vegans can also rejoice as Pizzarova offers homemade vegan nduja, with toasted sunflower seed pesto and vegan cheese pizza.
Pizzarova, 237 North Street, Bristol BS3 1JJ
289 Gloucester Road, BS7 8NY
2 Park Street, BS1 5HS
113 Whiteladies Rd, Redland, Bristol BS8 2PB
2. Bertha’s
Bertha’s offers unreal sourdough pizza in Bristol with interesting toppings to choose from. Precious creations include the Umami Bomb pizza, named for its tantalising toppings of mozzarella, smoked potato, black garlic and miso mayo. Plus, Zucca pizza, which was topped with squash, mozzarella, Devon blue, nduja and basil. Homemade gelato is the perfect post-pizza dessert too.
Want restaurant-quality pizzas at home whenever you want? Bethat’s all so makes and sells a frozen range of Neapolitan pizzas using the same high-quality ingredients and techniques. There are four flavours to choose from and they can be bought in a number of independent stores across Bristol.
Bertha’s, The Old Gaol Stables, Cumberland Road, BS1 6WW
3. Renato’s
Pizza isn’t always about thin-crust Neapolitan and NY slices. Often overlooked, thick-crust Detroit-style pan pizza – complete with crispy edges, and mouthwatering toppings – is a must-try.Renato’s on King Street recently reopened thanks to the team at Pizza Is Lovely (who also work out of Left Handed Giant Brewpub), serving both New York and Detroit pizza. Grab a slice to go with a pint until 1am, or enjoy an intimate, dining experience.
4. Beerd
Beer + pizza = the perfect night. And at Beerd on St Michael’s Hill, they serve a lovely combination of the two. From The Convict (n’duja sausage paste base, ventricina salami, peppadew peppers and chillies) to The Scoundrel (white truffle and wild mushroom paste base, smoky speck ham and wild mushrooms) these woodfired pizzas will have you going in for another slice. Beerd also has gluten-free and vegan options . Plus, you can even order from a wide selection of beer to well and truly complete the night in style and comfort, with lots of local beers to choose from including ones from Bristol Beer Factory and Lost and Grounded Brewers.
Beerd Craft Beer and Pizza, Treble Rock, St Michael’s Hill, BS2 8DB
5. Old Market Assembly
Generously-topped pizzas are a good self-care method and Old Market Assembly has the solution. The Bristol pizza restaurant ramps up the pizza game with some obscenely satisfying pizza toppings including local cheeses. Choose from the likes of their brie and olive pizza (Somerset brie, house bechamel sauce, mozzarella, black olives, thyme and gin-soaked cranberries) and their Hot and Smelly pizza (house marinara sauce, mozzarella, Dorset black garlic pesto, pickled red onions, red and green chillies and confit garlic butter), to name a few. You can also choose from a selection of alcoholic drinks and starters like dough balls to compliment their pizzas.
Old Market Assembly, 25 West Street, BS2 0DF
6. Laura’s Pizza
Okay, so it’s not a restaurant, but this ‘hidden gem’ pizza takeaway is so good, it’s worth picking up and sitting on the street corner to enjoy. Laura learnt her trade making pizzas in New York and has brought her pizzaiolo skills to Bristol. There’s nothing too fancy or wild here, just high-quality Neapolitan pizzas. You’ve also got to try the sides – which include ‘nduja arancini and tiramisu. Start your order here.
Laura’s Pizzas, Unit 25B, 25 Merton Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8TL
7. Bosco Pizzeria
Not only can you enjoy delicious pizza from Bosco Pizzeria but also some tasty sides including arancini balls, fried polenta with parmesan and black pepper, fried potatoes in rosemary salt, plus a selection of cold meats and cheeses. If you’re after a meaty pizza order then there’s the Bosco Carne pizza which is topped with Fior di latte mozzarella, tomato, veal meatballs, coppa, prosciutto di parma and parmesan. And if you’re looking to get one of your five a day in the form of pizza, the Clifton restaurant’s Queen Green pizza does just that- it’s topped with spinach, pesto, pine nuts, Fior di latte mozzarella, ricotta and parmesan.
Bosco Pizzeria, 96 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, BS8 2QX
29 Regent Street, Clifton, BS8 4HR
Milsom Place, Bath BA1 1BZ
The Quadrangle, Cheltenham GL50 1PZ
8. Moltobuono!
There’s authentic Italian pizza, and then there’s Moltobuono! As Italian as any restaurant anywhere you’ll find in Rome, Naples or Florence. The family-run restaurant prides itself on using recipes “passed through generations in our family”. Sure, you could choose between a range of pasta dishes – and you wouldn’t be making a bad choice – but it’s the pizza that’s got people queuing every day outside this Park Street pizzeria.
Moltobuono!, 59 Park St, Bristol BS1 5NU
9. Flour & Ash
Serving fresh wood-fired sourdough pizza, small plates, cocktails, wine, craft beer and ciders, Flour & Ash is a right of passage when in need of pizza and a tipple in the Clifton area. Flour & Ash offers magnificent Margheritas as well as some irresistible alternatives such as maple glazed pineapple with Fior di latte, ‘nduja, pancetta, pickled chillies and rocket or house meatballs with Fior di latte, crispy Brussel sprouts, chilli, garlic and parmesan. Or opt for a non-tomato base topped with the likes of roasted pumpkin or ox cheek and red wine ragú. And for those who like to dip your pizza crusts, order one of Flour & Ash’s dips like ‘nduja mayo, pesto mayo, parmesan aioli or anchovy mayo – thank us later!
Flour & Ash, 50 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, BS8 2NH
10. Pizza Workshop
Don’t worry, no one’s about to force you to make your own pie at Pizza Workshop – but you can learn at one of its special pizza courses! If like us, however, you just want to eat pizza, this pizzeria serves an all-day menu of sourdough pizzas and boccas (best described as half pizza, half sandwich). Made from a starter bought back from Naples and topped with a homemade San Marzano tomato sauce too.
Pizza Workshop, 159A Whiteladies Rd, Redland, Bristol BS8 2RF
232 North St, Southville, Bristol BS3 1JD
11. Pizza on the Park
We’re starting to draw up a pizza crawl from the bottom of Park Street to the top of Whiteladies Road. The amount of incredible Bristol pizza restaurants in this area is mind-boggling. And Pizza on the Park would definitely be a worthy pitstop. What sets it apart is a mix of exclusive offers, bottomless bubbles, a flavoursome spread of Italian classics and, of course, great pizza.
Pizza On The Park, 31 Berkeley Square, Bristol BS8 1HP
12. A Capella
We almost feel bad about letting the secret out, but A Cappella in Totterdown has quietly become one of the best pizza restaurants in Bristol since it opened in 2007. In 2019, it even received a Gold Award at the PAPA Awards – placing it among the best pizzerias in the UK. Serving authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas – with most ingredients sourced from Milan and Naples – you’ll find every pizza imaginable. We recommend the house special – topped with tomato sauce, artichokes, black olives, prosciutto di parma ham, sliced buffalo mozzarella, rocket and olive oil.
A Cappella, 184C Wells Rd, Knowle, Bristol BS4 2AL