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Neapolitan pizza in Tampere
Pizzeria Luca – Named the best pizzeria in Northern Europe in 2018 and the best pizzeria in Finland in 2020 and 2021, Pizzeria Luca serves authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas in the historic Frenckell setting. Luca’s pizza dough is carefully prepared and left to rise for 72 hours, giving the crust its ideal texture and flavour. The pizzas are baked quickly at around 400°C, resulting in a deliciously crisp crust. In addition to pizza, Luca’s menu features tasty pasta dishes and a wide selection of antipasti to complete the Italian dining experience.
Via Tribunali – Located by Ratina Shopping Centre, Via Tribunali serves authentic Neapolitan pizza and holds an AVPN certification, a mark of its commitment to quality and traditional Neapolitan pizza-making methods. In 2022 and 2023, Via Tribunali was ranked among the world’s 50 best pizzerias, becoming the first Nordic pizzeria to make the list.
Ravintola Don Franco – Located on Tuomiokirkonkatu, Ravintola Don Franco is a relaxed Italian restaurant serving pizza prepared in the traditional Neapolitan style alongside other Italian favourites. Don Franco also puts plenty of thought into its drinks selection, with a wide range of wines and beers as well as Italian grappas and cocktails.
Il Posto Trattoria – With locations in Hervanta and Lielahti, Il Posto Trattoria is a great find for lovers of Neapolitan pizza. The restaurant prepares its pizza dough using a simple recipe of just water, flour, salt and yeast. Baked in a stone oven, the pizzas have a thin, crisp base and soft, airy edges.
Sotto Pizzeria – Sotto Pizzeria proves that delicious pizza doesn’t have to come with a high price tag. Its pizzas offer authentic Neapolitan flavours, created with long-fermented dough, fresh ingredients and a blazing-hot oven.
Ristorante Pulcinella – Ristorante Pulcinella brings authentic Italian atmosphere to the Kyttälä district of Tampere. Its pizzas are baked in a traditional stone pizza oven, giving them the characteristic flavour and texture of Neapolitan pizza. Alongside pizza, the menu features a wide selection of Italian favourites, including pasta, risotto and hearty meat and fish dishes.
Roman-style pizza in Tampere
Ristorante Roma – Located on Otavalankatu, Ristorante Roma specialises, as its name suggests, in handmade Roman-style pizza. You can choose one of the restaurant’s ready-made combinations, but guests are especially encouraged to build their own pizza – instructions can be found on the menu.
Pizzeria Basiliko – Located on Pinninkatu, Pizzeria Basiliko specialises in the lesser-known but distinctive Roman-style pizza. Roman-style pizza differs from traditional Neapolitan pizza particularly in the texture of the crust and the way it is prepared. Basiliko’s pizzas are handmade from start to finish, ensuring excellent quality and flavour.
Classics and specialities
Uuno – Opened on Tuomiokirkonkatu in 2026, Uuno serves pinza, an alternative to traditional pizza inspired by Italian pizza-making traditions. The handmade bases are prepared in Italy using sourdough and a blend of wheat, rice and soy flours, then cold-fermented for at least 24 hours. The result is a base that is crisp on the outside and light and airy inside. Uuno’s menu combines familiar flavours with more adventurous toppings and also includes several vegetarian and vegan options.
Flip Vegan Pizza – Opened in 2025, Flip is Finland’s first vegan pizzeria. The pizzas are made from fresh, house-made, cold-fermented dough, and some of the toppings are also prepared in-house. Flip also serves delicious pizza sandwiches made from freshly baked pizza dough and filled with generous, flavourful toppings.
Secret Sauceity Pizza – Located on Puutarhakatu, Secret Sauceity takes its own bold approach alongside more traditional pizza styles. Its pizzas combine a crisp crust, generously seasoned tomato sauce and creative, unexpected toppings. The menu features familiar flavours with a twist as well as more adventurous combinations. Vegan pizzas are also available.
Sitko Pizza & Bar – Located on Näsilinnankatu, Sitko Pizza & Bar is known for its house-made sourdough crust, which gives its pizzas their distinctive flavour. Sitko’s carefully curated menu focuses on what matters most, offering a varied selection of pizzas for different tastes. Whether you prefer a classic Margherita or something a little more adventurous, there is plenty to choose from.
Pizzeria Napoli – Tampere’s oldest pizzeria, Pizzeria Napoli on Aleksanterinkatu has been serving customers for decades and has earned something of a cult following along the way. Its extensive menu features around 100 different pizzas, so there is something for virtually every taste. In addition to its traditional pizzas, Napoli is particularly well known for its delicious pan pizzas, while the menu also includes pasta dishes and salads.
