The story
Tucked away in Forio on Ischia, Ivano's Pizza has earned a passionate endorsement from Chef Max Mariola, who calls it one of the best spots on the island. Its specialty is Roman-style thin-crust pizza, fired in a wood-burning oven—a straightforward but executed detail that elevates the experience. Chef Mariola’s review, shared during a trip to Ischia, makes clear this is a destination worth seeking out.
The venue carries a solid 4.2-star rating and falls under the local-spot, casual tag—exactly the kind of unpretentious place where technique and tradition speak for themselves. For visitors craving a crisp, well-baked Roman pie in a charming island setting, Ivano’s delivers.
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Ivano's Pizza earns praise for its Roman-style pizza, a single standout dish lauded by Chef Max Mariola. The overall vibe is one of authentic, high-quality simplicity, delivering a focused and satisfying experience.
“Ivano makes excellent Roman pizza, the thin ones, very thin. He lit the wood fire and the pizza came out perfectly crispy. It's one of the best pizzas in Ischia.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Ivano's Pizza. Most active: Chef Max Mariola
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Chef Max Mariola
A trip to ISCHIA, complete with a recipe for Ischitan Rabbit - Chef Max Mariola · @ 9:23
Ivano's pizza place is one of the best in Ischia, especially for Roman-style thin-crust pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven.
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Roman Pizza
Ivano makes excellent Roman pizza, the thin ones, very thin. He lit the wood fire and the pizza came out perfectly crispy. It's one of the best pizzas in Ischia.