The 10 Best Neapolitan Pizzas Around the World: A Delicious Journey

Pizza lovers know that true Neapolitan pizza is a work of art — with its thin, soft crust, simple ingredients, and mastery in the wood-fired oven. Having sampled some of the best Neapolitan pizzas across the globe, I’ve rounded up my top 10 favorites that deserve a spot on every pizza enthusiast’s bucket list.

From Naples to New York, these pizzerias serve up the perfect slice, offering a taste of Italy wherever you are. Let’s dive into my list of the 10 best Neapolitan pizzas I’ve had around the world.

1. O’ Munaciello Ristorante-Pizzeria – Naples, Italy

You can’t have a Neapolitan pizza list without mentioning the birthplace of this culinary masterpiece — Naples. While O’ Munaciello might not be the absolute best in Naples (the competition is stiff!), it still offers an incredible pizza experience. The fresh ingredients and wood-fired flavour stand out, making it a must-try for anyone in the city.

Location: Via Maffei, 2, 80141 Naples, Italy

To get the full experience of Neapolitan pizza, check out THIS pizza making class with a local pizzaiolo (and limoncello!)

2. Tony’s Pizzeria Napoletana – San Francisco, USA

Tony’s Pizzeria Napoletana in San Francisco, owned by Tony Gemignani, is widely known for its authentic Neapolitan pizza. With multiple world pizza championship titles under his belt, Tony’s pizza delivers perfectly charred crusts, fresh mozzarella, and rich tomato sauce that captures the soul of Naples.

Location: 1570 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

3. Quattro – Boston, USA

In the heart of Boston’s North End, Quattro offers a modern take on traditional Neapolitan pizza. Their wood-fired pies are a true celebration of simplicity and flavor, topped with San Marzano tomatoes and creamy mozzarella. It’s the perfect spot to grab a slice after a day of sightseeing in Boston.

Location: 264 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

4. Quartieri Holbox – Isla Holbox, Mexico

On the sandy shores of Isla Holbox, Mexico, you’ll find Quartieri Holbox serving up some of the best Neapolitan pizza in the Caribbean. This pizzeria brings the flavors of Naples to a tropical island setting, and their pizza is just as authentic as any you’d find in Italy.

Location: Calle Tiburón Ballena, Isla Holbox, Mexico

5. L’Oro di Napoli – Zagreb, Croatia

When in Zagreb, L’Oro di Napoli is the go-to place for a taste of Italy. Their pizzas are made with love and dedication to tradition, from the light and airy crust to the tangy tomato sauce. It’s the perfect spot for pizza lovers who want an authentic Neapolitan experience in the heart of Croatia.

Location: Medulićeva ul. 20, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia

6. Savoy – Tokyo, Japan

With a few locations dotted around the city, Savoy has got the Neapolitan pizza perfected! The ingredients taste so fresh and high quality, and their restaurants are classic, cosy typical Japanese restaurants. I enjoyed my pizza with a refreshing and zingy blood orange cocktail.

https://savoy.co.jp/azabujyuban_menu/

7. NAP – Madrid, Spain

NAP Pizza in Madrid is a hidden gem for pizza aficionados in Spain’s capital. Offering a traditional Neapolitan pizza experience, NAP uses top-quality Italian ingredients and bakes their pizzas in a wood-fired oven, resulting in a beautifully crisp and chewy crust.

https://www.napofficial.com

8. L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele – New York City, USA

A beloved institution from Naples, L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele has made its way to New York City, bringing with it the same traditional pizza-making techniques that have been perfected for over a century. The NYC location offers the iconic Margherita and Marinara pizzas, maintaining the simplicity and perfection that made it famous.

Location: 2 Bank St, New York, NY 10014, USA

9. Pizza Pilgrims – London, UK

Pizza Pilgrims in London’s Soho district brings an authentic taste of Naples to the UK. The slow-proved dough and high-quality ingredients, such as fresh buffalo mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes, make it a standout in London’s pizza scene.

https://www.pizzapilgrims.co.uk

Although not renowned for it’s pizza (or for it’s food in general, for that matter), London also has THIS great BYOB pizza making class (although there is a £2 corkage fee per bottle)

10. Pizzeria Libretto, Toronto, Canada

I was blown away by the accuracy with which Pizzeria Libretto made a Neapolitan pizza. Priced fairly, with delicious drinks (and great happy hour deals!), I can highly recommend enjoying a pizza here while visiting Toronto. They also have a good amount of gluten-free and vegan offerings.

https://www.pizzerialibretto.com

Have you tried any of these places? Let me know which Neapolitan pizza place is your favorite, and happy pizza hunting!

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