Top Pizza Places in Melbourne Offering a Fresh Take on the Pizza Wheel!
There can’t be a greater love than the love of a large round pizza loaded with cheese and toppings. If you ask the foodies, they will second this thought. With its centuries-old heritage, pizza has secured a rightful place in our food history.
This delightful staple, whether delivered to you in a cardboard box or offered to you on a plate, has the power to cheer up your mood.
So, hold this list of best pizza points in Melbourne handy and rest assured that pizza cravings are soon coming your way!
1. DOC, Carlton
Offering the best pizza in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, DOC has never displeased us with its experience, passion and fresh ingredients that make an unbeatable combo. We recommend the authentic Italian decadence including, Pizza DOC with buffalo mozzarella, Pizza ai Porcini with mushrooms and grated D.O.P. pecorino and truffle oil. You can also go for Pizza Tiger Prawns if you like more meat.
Website: https://docgroup.net
Contact: +61 (03) 9347 2998
2. 400 Gradi, Melbourne (Various Locations)
Johnny Di Francesco’s passion for food is embodied in 400 Gradi. His legendary art of pizza making has resulted in their expansion across Melbourne and overseas. Expect some of the best Neapolitan pizza to devour. If you are more of a prawn lover, the Portofino Pizza loaded with garlic marinated prawns is a must-have for you.
Website: https://400gradi.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9380 2320
3. SPQR Pizzeria, Melbourne
SPQR is shorthand in Latin for “the senate and people of Rome”. Operated by David Mackintosh, this place offers some serious pizzas in Melbourne with a comprehensive range of conventional and unique toppings. The base is Neapolitan white or red woodfired sourdough, fermented overnight and baked in a wood-fired furnace till it turns to the crisp crust. Head down with your gang to get your pizza loaded with deliciousness.
Website: https://www.spqrpizzeria.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9671 3326
4. Shop225, Pascoe Vale South
A humble pizzeria in Pascoe Vale South, Shop225 is the first accredited gluten-free pizza shop in Australia. Focused on traditional homemade pasta and wood-fired pizzas, they have cracked the vegan language and have created lip-smacking vegan Nutella pizza.
Like savoury stuff? Their outstanding savoury range, including Barone, Ortolana and Il Dottore backed up with Peroni beer is enough to make you drool!
Website: https://www.shop225.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9077 4904
5. Takeaway Pizza, Preston
As its name suggests, they have pizzas for takeaway at Takeaway Pizza. They aim to deliver pizza, beer and good times without any fuss. And we could relate to their motto pretty well. Their speciality is the huge New York-style slices paired with delectable cocktails and fun! Our pick is the Meatball pizza topped with ham fat and smoked-brisket meatballs.
No matter what you order, you’ll get the best of American slices right in the middle of Melbourne, for sure.
Website: https://www.takeawaypizza.melbourne
Contact: +61 (03) 9044 6850
6. Lazerpig, Fitzroy
When you think of a pizza club serving the finest of wood-fired pizza and amazing tunes, Lazerpig pops in your mind instantly. Go for their Italian stallion, an authentic Neapolitan pizza having a sugo base, salami and fior di latte cheese that sends us gaga. If you like pork and fennel sausages, get their Ronny J pizza. Delish while tapping your feet to the music!
Website: http://www.lazerpig.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9417 1177
7. A25 Pizzeria, South Yarra, Docklands & CBD
Specifying pizza by the neon pink sign, A25 shouts out ‘Pizza is sexy’ and we affirm that! Their Monday to Friday lunch and dinner pizzas, be it normal or vegan blows you off. And when we discuss weekends, their Soppressata pizza has probably the best salami in the world. If you are a vegan, the signature A25 vegan pizza is what you should tuck into!
Website: https://a25.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9826 2233
8. Baby Pizza, Richmond
A south-side favourite, Baby has everything from easy-going Australian flavours to laid-back earthy vibes. They have a seasonal menu of 20 or more pizzas, created with the freshest ingredients. We recommend Capricciosa pizza or Pepperoni pizza. They also have a lot of pasta options and small bites choices to satisfy your cravings.
Website: https://www.babypizza.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9421 4599
9. Italian Artisans, Albert Park
Celebrating the forgotten Italian artisans, this pizza joint reboots pizzas with older, alternative grains and levitation techniques. Their four versions of Margherita include a Porcini mushroom with truffle oil; the Culatello with smoked burrata; and another with tiger prawns. They also offer a wide antipasto menu and an extensive drink list focused on Italian wines.
Website: http://www.italianartisans.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9690 7960
10. Capitano, Carlton
Serving the next-level pizzas and pasta in Melbourne, Capitano is a relaxed Italian diner that quickly got recognition into Carlton’s cream culinary haunts. Order any pizza and you are guaranteed to enjoy it. But if you didn’t try their Grandma square pie, you’ll miss out on something really special. Hands down!
Website: https://www.capitano.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9134 8555
Did this list make you drool as we promised? If yes, head down to each pizzeria one by one and dig in their perfect Italian pizza wheels and slices. Your ten pizza Sundays are sorted!