Where To Find The Shire’s Best Artisan Pizza
Slathered in fior di latte and cooked to perfection
Queen Margherita, Cronulla. Image credit: Kimberley Low.
The Italian dough, passata and mozzarella combo that is pizza comes in many shapes and sizes, and all are equally beautiful in their own right. But when you have a hankering for something truly authentic, a style that brings the art form right back to its roots, you’ll want to get your lips around a slice of traditional-style pizza.
So, next time you’re in the mood for a smoky, fluffy base and traditional, high-quality toppings, check out our round-up of the best artisan pizza joints in the Sutherland Shire.
Where to find the best artisan pizza in the Sutherland Shire
Queen Marg
Queen Margherita of Savoy is one of the few restaurants that cooks to the standard of 'Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana’, where each pizza is cooked for 60 to 90 seconds at temperatures exceeding 450 degrees. The menu is lengthy, spanning classic red base pizzas as well as white, with strictly one rule: no pineapple. We highly recommend starting with a deli selection if you think you will have the stomach space.
Shop 9/2-8 Surf Road, Cronulla
Image credit: Kimberley Low
Salt Meats Cheese
Located in the iconic and heritage listed Banc building, Salt Meats Cheese is a 100-seater restaurant serving locals pasta, antipasti, dessert and, of course, wood-fire pizza. From simple classics like Margherita and Tartufo to our personal favourite, the Proscuitto, Salt Meats Cheese is a firm, long-time local favourite for a reason.
Shop 1/66-70 Cronulla Street, Cronulla
Johnny Gio’s
If you think pineapple belongs on pizza, prepare to forgo it at Johnny Gio’s, who have a strict policy against the practice. But trust us when we say, you will not regret putting the pineapple aside. The experience here is casual-diner with no frills - the team focuses less on a fussy fine dining experience and more on producing seriously good, authentic pizzas made with quality ingredients.
46-48 President Ave, Caringbah
148 Oak Road, Kirrawee
Pizza Almo
Drawing on influences from Italy as well as an Eastern European heritage, Pizza Almo is Engadine’s answer to delightful traditional-style pizzas. From simple Pepperoni and topping-packed Supreme, to snacks, sweets and several budget-friendly meal deals for those looking to serve a few, there’s something for every taste at this authentic dine-in and takeaway joint.
Shop 2/10 Waratah Road, Engadine
Destination Italia
Located in the heart of Caringbah, Destination Italia is a food truck founded by Italian born-and-bred Giovanni - and thanks to his many years of experience the food is simply bellissimo. Our faves include the Italia Pizza (prosciutto and burrata), the Classic Margherita, Gnocchi al Pesto, and - for sweet tooths - the Nutella Fried Pizza. They also do a gelato-filled brioche bun, Brioche all’ Italiana, and yes, it’s exactly as good as it sounds.
20 Woodfield Blvd, Caringbah
Levain Pizza
Birthed of a passion for pizzas and health, Levain Pizza uses sourdough to form their bases, favouring it for its high nutrient content and incredible taste. Their pizzas are without commercial yeasts or additives, left to rise naturally, before being cooked at over 400 degrees to an effect that is like nothing you’ve ever tasted before. Despite their unique approach to dough, you can expect to find all the classics on their menu as well as a rotating pizza of the month.
Shop 1.39/455 Captain Cook Drive, Woolooware
L’oro Di Napoli
Boasting a custom pizza oven and a menu that is as extensive as it is mouth-wateringly good, L’oro Di Napoli is founded by Antonio, who hails from - you guessed it - Napoli. Start with antipasti before moving on to your pick of Classica or Gourmet pizza. The bases are hand-stretched, the ingredients simple, and the execution next level.
Shop 2 234/236 Princes Hwy, Sylvania
Posted: October 2024