Whether you’re hankering for an artisan sourdough slice made with the freshest local ingredients, a crispy cheese classic, or a deep dish packed full of tasty toppings, there are plenty of prime pizza places in Gloucestershire.
From authentic Italian eateries and award-winning breweries, to legendary local takeaways, SoGlos rounds up 15 of the county’s best pizza places to satisfy those cravings.
Cattivo Pizza in Cirencester
Promising 'naughty sourdough pizza', Cattivo — which means 'bad boys' in Italian — is the Cotswolds newest pizza restaurant. From the team behind the popular Roots + Seeds Kitchen Garden and restauranteur Mike Robinson, its menu blends the freshest homegrown and local produce, including honey from Mike's own hives, with authentic Italian ingredients, cooked by an expert pizzaiolo.
Celebrating seasonal, wild and local food, as well as sustainable business practices, it's a must-visit for Gloucestershire foodies. Cattivo is open Wednesday to Sunday to dine-in or takeaway — with an hour's free parking at The Old Kennels ideal for takeaway collections.
Fat Toni's in Stroud
Fat Toni’s is a firm favourite among locals, serving hand-stretched sourdough pizza that really raises the bar.
Pizza fans can choose from a regular, or a belly-busting 20-inch base. Championing fresh ingredients, its extensive menu spans classic Margheritas to the fiery Dantes’ Inferno — with the option to combine toppings on its three or four-way pizzas to satisfy everyone’s tastes. Fat Toni's pizzas can also be tailored for special diets, including vegan and gluten-free.
Bella Mia @ No.1 at Gloucester Food Dock
With a prime position at Gloucester Food Dock, Bella Mia @ No. 1 serves authentic Italian wood fired pizza in a gorgeous setting.
From a hearty meat feast, barbecue chicken or Proscuitto di Parma, to vegan garlic mushroom, Margherita di Bufala, or goat's cheese and red onion chutney, there's plenty to choose from — there are even dessert calzones on the menu! The cocktails also come highly recommended.
Zitto e Mangia in Tewkesbury
Family-run restaurant Zitto e Mangia offers a slice of Italy in the heart of Tewkesbury, with its extensive menu including an impressive pizza selection.
Staying true to tradition with its toppings, diners can expect staple pizzas such as quattro formaggi, frutti di mare and Hawaiian ham and pineapple, as well as calzones — with gluten-free options available, too.
Crust Issues in Stroud
Crust Issues has a carefully curated menu of pizzas crafted from specially selected flour, San Marzano tomatoes, local meats and seasonal veg — with options for veggies, vegans and meat eaters alike.
Its dough is fermented for at least 48 hours for a puffy, Neapolitan-style crust, with a selection of fresh, authentic ingredients to go on top, like Fior di Latte mozzarella, grana padano, N'duja sausage, taleggio and Napoli salami.
Settebello in Gloucester
Think you could handle a metre-long pizza? Settebello in Gloucester offers a Metro pizza which is a whopping one metre long — and comes with four different flavours in one, so it's perfetto for sharing with friends.
Choose from classic Italian flavour combinations like Margherita, Calabrese, Marinara and Pastore for a Mediterranean feast in the heart of Gloucester Docks, with Settebello boasting an enviable waterside location.
Slice Bros in Cheltenham
Serving up New York-style slices on Cheltenham High Street every Wednesday to Saturday from lunchtime until late, Slice Bros is somewhat of a hidden gem.
From crowd-pleasers like the triple pepperoni or four cheese, to inventive creations like the GCHQ with ground beef, shredded chicken, ham and queso cheese; the hot honey with mozzarella cheese, candied jalapenos and a honey drizzle; or the vegan truffle mushroom, the choice is impressive. Grab a slice to devour straight away or get a whole pizza to take home and savour.
Stroud Brewery
In addition to its award-winning beer, Stroud Brewery’s taproom also serves up delicious sourdough pizzas from its wood fired pizza oven on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
All pizzas are cooked to order and made with organic, local ingredients where possible, with hilariously-named options like the Jon Bon Chovi with mozzarella, capers, olive and anchovies; Honey I'm Ham with, you guessed it, ham, pineapple and a hot honey drizzle; and Arty-Folk with roasted artichokes, pancetta, mushrooms and olives. It also offers seasonal specials and plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans.
Pizzeria Molto Bene in Quedgeley
Pizzeria Molto Bene in Quedgeley offers pizzas to eat in and take away, as well as catering for parties, weddings, events and festivals with its pop-up pizza kitchen.
The menu has a wide variety of toppings, from classics and crowd-pleasers to meatless and plant-based options for veggies and vegans — and the option to go half and half to keep everyone happy. There's even a selection of white pizzas with toppings like chicken, smoked ham, garlic and mushrooms, or Alpine-inspired taleggio, potato and bacon for an indulgent option.
The Steam and Whistle in Cheltenham
A relatively new addition to Cheltenham's vibrant foodie scene, The Steam and Whistle — opposite Cheltenham train station and within walking distance of DEYA Brewery's taproom — has transformed a Victorian pub into a popular pizza joint.
Run by the team behind street food sensation Marvellous Medicine, diners can expect puffed up, blistered crusts and creative topping combos — not to mention dessert calzones that are bigger than your head!
The Olive Tree in Nailsworth
The Olive Tree is a Mediterranean restaurant and pizzeria in Nailsworth, with a welcoming atmosphere that's ideal for casual dining. It has a dedicated pizza menu offering a small but enticing choice of pizzas made fresh-to-order and cooked in a traditional stone oven.
Highlights include the Mortimer Gardens with mozzarella, kalamata olives, feta and oregano; The Ladder with spicy sausage, pepperoni, jalapenos and paprika; or the Town Cryer with bacon, homemade chilli jam and fresh coriander. There's plenty of choice for vegetarians and a vegan option, too.
Amici in Coleford
Giving pizza fans in the Forest of Dean their fix, Italian restaurant Amici in Coleford dedicates an entire section of its menu to pizza.
Choose from Margherita, Fiorentina, Hawaiian, Buffalo, Diavola, Marinara and lots more — with an extensive list of additional toppings to add, so you can customise your pizza just the way you like it.
The Airs and Graces in Cheltenham
Sister pub to The Bottle of Sauce, The Airs and Graces on Prestbury Road is a laid-back local with an impressive pizza menu. Its slow-rise dough is cooked in a wood fired oven for the perfect balance of charred on the outside and chewy on the inside.
Go for a classic Margherita or Simply Red; or get creative with Salami Get This Straight, the Speckenwolf, Mr Melanzane, or Truffle Funghi with a white base. What makes The Airs and Graces menu really special, though, is its selection of garlic breads, topped with everything from Marmite and mozarella to N'duja and burrantina. Complete this indulgent trio with truffle parmesan tater tots — just make sure you've got a stretch waistband!
Amalfi in Nailsworth
Amalfi Ristorante and Pizzeria in Nailsworth is a fantastic option for pizza purists, with its menu encompassing all the classics.
Options include Bolognese topped with mozzarella; Quattro Formaggi; Pescatore with mixed seafood; Parma with rocket, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma and parmesan; and Fiorentina with spinach, mozzarella and a freshly cracked egg.
Nasprias in Cheltenham
The only place on this list whose pizzas are rectangular, Nasprias in Cheltenham serves up Sardinian-inspired 'pizza al taglio' made with fresh ingredients from the Cotswolds.
Try a slice topped with Double Gloucester and leek; pancetta and turnip tops; or mozarella, brie and red onion, followed by a frosty gelato shake or timeless after-dinner treat, affogato.
