Pizza Margherita
at Sorbillo POP · Milano
Pizza Margherita
at Pepe in Grani · Caiazzo
Pizza Margherita
at Pizzeria da Giuliano · Milano
Pizza Margherita
at Pizzeria Un One World All Pizzas · Napoli
Pizza Margherita
at Pizzeria da Giuliano · Milano
Pizza Margherita
at Sorbillo POP · Milano

Dish

Pizza Margherita

147Places
58Cities
175Reviews
31Creators
82%Loved
0Michelin

The story

Pizza Margherita is a classic Italian pizza that epitomizes Neapolitan simplicity and elegance. Originating in Naples during the late 18th century, the dish was reportedly created to honor Queen Margherita of Savoy, with its red tomato, white mozzarella, and green basil representing the Italian flag. Key ingredients include San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella di bufala, basil, olive oil, and salt. The dough is traditionally wood-fired at around 900°F for 60–90 seconds, yielding a slightly charred, airy crust. A great Pizza Margherita balances a crisp yet chewy base with bright, tangy sauce and creamy cheese; basil is added after baking to preserve its aroma. While Naples remains the spiritual home, interpretations vary. Forno Rosmarino in Monterotondo and Alice Pizza in Philadelphia offer respected adaptations. Notable experiences include Pepe in Grani in Caiazzo, praised by Piattoriccomicificco, and Castaldo Pizza e Pane in Afragola, recommended by Jana Food Porn. In Milan, Antica Pizzeria La Fiorentina receives multiple endorsements from Franchino Er Criminale, Chef in Camicia, and Giovanni Fois. These venues demonstrate how global variations maintain the dish’s essential character while adapting to local ingredients and preferences.

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Where to eat it

147 places reviewed by YouTube creators.

Milano (28)

Roma (27)

Napoli (18)

What creators say

Highlights from 6 creator reviews of Pizza Margherita.

  • Re Cornicione in Perugia is a top-tier Neapolitan pizzeria, confirmed for three years in 50 Top Pizza, serving outstanding pizzas with simple but high-quality ingredients, incredible fried appetizers, and a warm, family-like service; a must-visit in Umbria.

    Re Cornicione · Perugialoved

  • Neapolitan-style pizzeria with an incredible Mortadella pistachio burrata pizza, arguably the best pizza in south Tenerife.

    Oro Denapoli · Los Cristianosloved

  • Una Pizza in NYC serves what was voted the best pizza in the world, with a simple, high-quality Margherita featuring incredible dough and fresh ingredients, but the limited availability and strict one-pizza-per-person rule make it a unique experience.

    Una Pizza · New Yorkloved

  • A Neapolitan pizzeria in Tashkent serving good but small pizzas at reasonable prices, though the service is slow with drinks and they overcharged for water.

    Borg · Tashkentloved

  • Zito's is a fantastic Italian restaurant in Miami run by a passionate Neapolitan chef who imports all ingredients from Italy; the pizza is among the best I've had in Florida, though some dishes like the revisited cacio e pepe and the truffle-oil-heavy eggplant parmigiana show an American adaptation.

    Zito's · Fort Lauderdaleloved

  • This Bauli rest stop is better than the usual Autogrill or Chef Express places — one out of two focacce was good, the pizza was decent despite being very lab-made, and the pandoro snacks are a fun treat, though expensive.

    Bauli Ristorante · Veronaloved
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