Best Pizza Restaurants in Brighton & Hove

Ask almost anyone on the planet and they will probably name pizza among their favourite dishes. Whether you are dining out, are in need of a quick bite for sustenance, or reaching for the phone to order takeaway, pizza has become a staple of the cosmopolitan diet. Thankfully, Brighton and Hove have plenty of pizza options for you to choose from. Here are some of the best the city has to offer…

Where to Find Delicious Pizza in Brighton & Hove

Rustico

Pizza originated in the Italian city of Naples, so trying a Neapolitan pizza is always a surefire way of authentically tasting the famous dish. Rustico is a family-owned pizzeria business that started in Hastings before opening a branch in Brighton.

Its menu boasts an impressive array of classic and bespoke pizzas. Rustico offers delivery and takeaway options, however, if you would prefer to dine in then their small but delightful restaurant situated in Five Ways, Brighton, is well worth the trip.

Address: 300 Ditchling Rd, Brighton, BN1 6JG

Website: hellorustico.co.uk

Franco Manca

Situated within a stone’s throw of Brighton Dome, the Italian-owned Franco Manca is the perfect place to dine out before exploring the many cultural delights that Brighton has to offer. The restaurant’s colossal stone oven is a feast for the eyes, while the slow-rising sourdough pizza on offer will satiate the stomach very nicely indeed.

Franco Manca’s menu is reasonably priced and has plenty of vegetarian options on offer. The restaurant even has its very own freshly squeezed lemonade to purchase if you need something zesty to wash down all the pizza with.

Address: 1 & 2 Regent St, Brighton, BN1 1UL

Website: francomanca.co.uk/restaurants/brighton/

Fatto a Mano

If you are in need of a break from shopping in Brighton’s eccentric North Laine’s then why not try Fatto a Mano, which is situated in the Laines’ bustling centre? The restaurant is a quaint and picturesque spot to enjoy a well-earned spot of lunch in the heart of Brighton’s teeming premier shopping district.

Fatto a Mano has two restaurants in Brighton, but its branch in the North Laines is the most popular. The menu is an authentic delight, with Neapolitan-style pizza made with dough that has been proven for 24 hours. The desserts are also not to be missed.

Address: 25 Gloucester Rd, Brighton, BN1 4AQ

Website: fattoamanopizza.com

VIP Pizza

VIP Pizza, or Very Italian Pizza, to give it its full name, does exactly what it says in the name, and that is providing Italian Pizza which is drenched in authenticity.

VIP has been run by Neapolitans since its door opened and is a great place to either sit in and enjoy the full dining experience or grab a slice on the go. VIP’s menu is any pizza-lovers dream, and it boasts possibly the best Calzone Brighton has to offer.

Address: 19 Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1EL

Website: pizzavip.co.uk

Purezza

Finding great Vegan pizza used to be an uphill challenge in days of old, but Purezza has confidently put those days to rest with a vegan pizza experience like no other.

Situated in the heart of Brighton’s vibrant Kemptown village, Purezza’s delectable menu is a fantastic alternative to traditional pizza offerings, even boasting a ‘Breakfast Pizza’ on its menu if you’re recovering from a big night out on the tiles.

Address: 12 St James’s St, Brighton, BN2 1RE

Website: purezza.co.uk

Nanninella Pizzeria Napoletana

Inspired by the “traditional foods of Campania” in Italy, Nanninella is yet another example of why Brighton is one of the best places to dine out on traditional Neapolitan pizza.

Each ingredient used in their pizzas is either locally sourced or flown directly from Italy, while its wide range of pizzas on offer is a majestic ode to the old country from where the speciality derives. The business is family run and it shows, with friendly service and a homely feel.

Address: 26 Preston St, Brighton, BN1 2HN

Website: nanninellapizzeria.co.uk

Wild Flour Pizza

Sometimes, when searching for good pizza, the options can be overwhelming. But an award usually goes a long way to persuading the hordes of pizza lovers out there that a restaurant provides the best pizza around.

This is something Wild Flour Pizza can boast after they were crowned ‘Best Pizza In Brighton’ in 2021. Wild Flour’s heartwarming selection of wood-cooked Pizza is a delight for the tastebuds, and if you would like to dine in on a sunny afternoon, then their garden is a perfect location to relax, unwind and enjoy pizza at its finest.

Address: Field End, Greenways, BN2 7BA

Website: wildflourpizza.co.uk

Pizzaface

With two restaurants situated in both Brighton and Hove, Pizzaface has been popular with in-the-know locals for as long as it has been serving pizza. “It’s hard to find good pizza but good pizza isn’t hard to do” is Pizzaface’s message, and they sure know how to make good pizza.

Their menu boasts a wide range of artisan pizza that caters to all dietary requirements. Pizzaface has been part of Brighton’s burgeoning pizza scene since 2009, and it continues to go from strength to strength.

Address: 35 St George’s Terrace, Brighton, BN2 1ED

Website: pizzafacepizza.co.uk

Al Forno Pizza

Pizza at Al Forno is a traditionalist’s dream and its versatile menu means that you can request a pizza exactly according to your own specifications.

Al Forno’s spacious restaurant is a perfect place to indulge your pizza fantasies, and if you would prefer delivery to your door then they have you covered for that too. Al Forno has a wide array of pizzas and pasta as well as many gluten-free and vegan options to choose from.

Address: 78 St James’s St, Brighton, BN2 1PA

Website: alfornopizza.co.uk