Six addresses in Belgium for Neapolitan pizza purists
We couldn’t start our selection without suggesting some Brussels addresses that still appear in the top 50 of the best pizzerias in Europe outside Italy. If these addresses have made a name for themselves for a long time, other lesser-known pizzerias in Belgium are also worth a visit. Discover our non-exhaustive selection (because unfortunately, we haven’t had time to test all the pizzerias in our flat country yet).
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Pizza La Piola
Located in Saint-Josse, this well-known pizzeria throughout Brussels has also made a name for itself internationally in recent years. It ranks eighth in the ranking of the 50 best pizzerias in Europe published each year by 50toppizza. What makes these pizzas special? They are cooked over a wood fire and consist of a thick and crispy crust to perfection. The dough is made from an organic flour and all ingredients formulated from Italy. The menu changes with the seasons, but there is a large selection of pizzas on the menu.
The address: Place Saint-Josse 8, 1210 Saint-Josse-ten-Noode. More info here.
Pizza and Bella Gourmet
Unsurprisingly, in second position, we note the Pizza è Bella Gourmet, another establishment pinned in twelfth position in the ranking of the best pizzerias in Europe. Located not far from Leopold Park on the edge of the town of Etterbeek, this pizzeria is the trendier version of its big sister, Pizza è Bella, which is located in the Sablon district, a must-see place in the capital and the Prince’s favorite address. Laurent and his family. Here they serve traditional Neapolitan pizzas, but also more unusual recipes that showcase all kinds of ingredients offered on people you would probably never have thought of. A delight!
The address : Rue Froissart 43, 1040 Etterbeek. More info here.
marcella
Located on the side of the Parvis de la Trinité in Ixelles, this pizzeria, which is defined above all as a casa popolare, i.e. a typical and authentic address in Italy, is in fact the former Tonton Marcel, a well-known natural wine merchant in the rue du Bailli, where we could meet many celebrities, starting with the actor Jérémie Renier at the time. In 2019, the address got a makeover and took the name of Marcella. The decor changes completely and a copper oven sits in the middle of the room. The particularity of the pizzas? The dough is light, crispy and soft at the same time. Neapolitan pizzas as we like in short. Remained discreetly for a long time, this address combines the trendy side of the recently opened restaurants that we love in the capital while keeping an authentic menu. Acclaimed by critics, the address obtained this year the 32nd place in the ranking of the best pizzerias in Europe.
The address: Rue du Bailli, 106 in 1050 Ixelles. More info here.
Pizzeria 77 in Waterloo
An address less known than the previous ones and which does not yet benefit from any particular distinction except for the loyalty of its customers, who never cease to praise it. And for good reason, Pizzeria 77 was born from the great passion for pizza of the Putzu family. Romolo and Paola, the Belgian-Italian couple at the head of this restaurant, are committed to offering authentic Neapolitan pizza, the real thing. And whoever says Neapolitan pizza necessarily means cooking over a wood fire, which gives the dough that unique taste that all Italians (and others) love. On the menu, pizzas with tomato base or bianche pizzas and the house specialty? The Waterloo pizza, made with truffle cream, mozzarella, arugula, truffle oil, burrata and truffle shavings.
The address: Chaussée de Bruxelles, 77, 1410 Waterloo. More info here.
The Pizzeria Inn in Perwez
Halfway between Brussels and Namur, another unexpected address has mastered the art of pizza to perfection. Running this restaurant? Leticia and Carlo, who no longer counts his years of experience as a pizza maker in Sicily, and in Namur before opening this establishment in March 2008. Since then, the address has won all kinds of prizes in various international competitions: in 2018, 2019 and 2021, for example, it took first place in the world for the best “Pizza Bianca” and in 2015 and 2017, it was Carlo himself who became the best pizza maker in Belgium. On the menu, more than 80 different pizzas at more than reasonable prices. So for an address without fuss where to feast, here is where to go!
The address : Rue de la Station 72, 1360 Perwez. More info here.
Nonna Rita in Charleroi
Direction Charleroi this time at Nonna Rita. Family tradition obliges, here, the pizza recipe has been preserved for more than 60 years and this gives rise to real pizzas as they are tasted in Italy. In addition to the enticing pizza menu, the pastas are also worth tasting: because La Nonna still makes them all by hand. The decor also echoes Italy and its warm atmosphere. Add to that a staff with small onions and here is your successful meal! Only problem ? The wait, which can be very long, but which you sometimes want, is the price to pay for 100% homemade Italian cuisine!
The address : Rue de France, 29, 6000 Charleroi. More informations here.
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