Where to find the best Pizza in Melbourne: Our Top 5 Picks
As winter is coming to Melbourne, we're all looking to find a way to keep warm. We have the ultimate comfort food - pizza! And not only does it always taste better when you're in an intimate environment like your own kitchen, but it also helps us forget about how cold it is outside. Whether it’s your first date, dinner with mates, date night or dinner with the family, pizza is always a good idea. Not only does it cater to and satisfy all tastebuds, it’s also not a not a “break the bank” kinda dinner, so you don’t have to break a sweat if you’re shouting. Despite pizza being affordable, it will never come off as a cheap dinner option, and there are countless lucky finds in Melbourne you can visit when you’re feeling cheesy and even a bit fancy.
1. Rita’s (Abbotsford)
Image Credit: Rita’s Pizza @ritas.abbotsford Rita’s is one of the most popular pizza places in Melbourne. They offer delicious pizzas, beers and wines for everyone to enjoy. It’s easy to find- just head over to Abbotsford & you're there! When you enter Rita's, you'll get a sense of rustic Italian that can be seen in the furniture and menu. The smell of pizza will fill your senses as soon as you walk through the door. There are two sizes (10-inch and 13-inch), served on consistently crispy bases with the freshest local ingredients used to top their masterpieces. If you haven’t already, it’s worth paying a visit to the now iconic Rita’s – your dinner companions and your tastebuds won’t be disappointed!
2. Capitano (Carlton)
Image credit: Capitanos @capitano.carlton What could be better than pizza? Pizza and a movie, of course! Just an easy walk away from Cinema Nova on Lygon street, pizza restaurant Capitano is always the perfect companion to the typical dinner and movie night combo. This relaxed, yet social restaurant serves up American-Italian inspired pizzas, alongside starters and pasta. For those of you who can’t get enough of our pies...Don’t miss out on Capitano’s famous Tiramisu!
The tiramisu is made to order and features sponge cake soaked in a variety of local liqueurs topped with mascarpone cream – d’lish! Ok back to the pizza – you can expect mouthwatering options of square pizza bases topped with mozzarella, parmesan and the finest ingredients available on the market. The ‘Grandma’s Square’ is an instant classic and highly recommended.
3. DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar (Carlton)
Image credit: Doc Pizza & Mozzarella Bar @doc_gastronomia This one is for all lovers of pizza (…and lovers)! DOC Pizza as a household name synonymous with authentic Italian food. If you're looking for traditional Italian food then visit this pizzeria. The staff will make your experience an unforgettable one with their welcoming attitudes and tailored to suit what you're craving. The wood-fired pizza is made in-house with only the freshest ingredients, and takes care of any cravings. You can’t go wrong with a Margherita Pizza, or for something meatier, opt for Pizza Capricciosa Nuova. One of our top picks for date night pizza!
4. Leonardo’s Pizza Palace (Carlton)
Image credit: Leonardo’s Pizza Palace @leonardospizzapalace Situated in a building once home to Da Salvatore Pizza by the Metre, which opened in 1959, Leonardo’s is a slice of Melbourne pizza history. This bar with a mid-century interior is still in tact. It is the perfect place to grab drinks and some authentically Italian wood-fired pizza & pasta. If you and your fellow diner(s) are feeling adventurous, the Chinese Bolognese pizza is a must-try. Love it or hate it, this Asian fusion creation is sure to be a talking point and makes for a memorable pizza dinner outing.
5. Pizza Pizza Pizza (CBD)
Image credit: Pizza Pizza Pizza @pizzapizzapizzamelb If you're in the city and looking for a late-night bite, consider this popular Melbourne institution. One of Meyers place's best features is this Melbourne institution which offers quality pizza alongside cocktails and takeaway dishes. Located amongst many of the CBD's
most gems, Pizza Pizza is one place you won't want to miss out on. Don’t let the storefront fool you, behind a thick black curtain reveals a 70s-style eatery complete with intimate booths, moody lighting and tunes to match. Have you ever wanted just a tad more to eat? With our 18-inch pizzas, you can go the traditional route with Margherita, pepperoni and vegetarian or add something different like chicken wings, garlic bread and fries. Don’t forget to check out their monthly pizza specials and famous boozy cocktails. Another one of our tops picks for pizza date night and hands down the best pizza in Melbourne CBD.
Honorable mentions: Dickstein’s, Farro, Wolf and Swill, Bar Romantica, 1000 Lire, Red Sparrow, Pizza Shop & Fratellino How to find Pizza Deals and Pizza Discounts Near You Is a bubbling hot, cheesy pizza dinner outing on your mind but not in your budget or schedule? Lucky for you, modern-day quality time comes in the form of takeaway pizza, the couch and the latest episode of….well, whatever it is you’re binge watching this week . You can browse online for the latest working Domino’s Pizza vouchers for an even cheaper pizza dinner, with up to 50% off your next order and as always, check out Shopa Docket for current pizza coupons and pizza deals near you.