
Pizzeria Italia Newcastle
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About Pizzeria Italia Newcastle
Pizzeria Italia Newcastle is a pizza restaurant in Newcastle Upon Tyne, at 391 Benton Park Rd. The menu goes beyond the standard pizza list, with a Special Margarita topped with saffron and chicken, plus the Dolce Vita and the Bufula, so there are choices for anyone who wants something other than a plain pie. A lunchtime special pizza is on offer, and Fridays bring lunchtime deals on pizza. Dogs are welcome. The restaurant opens Tuesday to Saturday and closes on Sundays and Mondays.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Usually plenty of parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: parking lot, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pizza, lunchtime special pizza, arancini and lasagne.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pizza, lunchtime special pizza, arancini and lasagne.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return above all for the pizza itself, praising the crunchy-outside, soft-inside base, the delicious dough and the fresh toppings, with the Bufula, a special Margarita with saffron and chicken, and the Dolce Vita named as favourites. Close behind are the lasagne and arancini, along with the chocolate cake, coffee and dessert. Several describe the staff as friendly and welcoming, and one mentions the lunchtime special pizza, whose size surprised a young diner, and a Friday lunch deal. A few note the atmosphere feels Italian, with a frieze on the back wall and good music, though one finds it a little chilly and another says it can get very busy. The main criticism comes from a longtime returning customer who says service has slipped. They describe a new service charge for sitting in, having to repeat an order four times to newer staff, and pizza arriving five minutes before the chips, leaving two of the party well into their slices. Even so, that reviewer still calls the food the best in the area and plans to return.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers return above all for the pizza itself, praising the crunchy-outside, soft-inside base, the delicious dough and the fresh toppings, with the Bufula, a special Margarita with saffron and chicken, and the Dolce Vita named as favourites. Close behind are the lasagne and arancini, along with the chocolate cake, coffee and dessert. Several describe the staff as friendly and welcoming, and one mentions the lunchtime special pizza, whose size surprised a young diner, and a Friday lunch deal. A few note the atmosphere feels Italian, with a frieze on the back wall and good music, though one finds it a little chilly and another says it can get very busy. The main criticism comes from a longtime returning customer who says service has slipped. They describe a new service charge for sitting in, having to repeat an order four times to newer staff, and pizza arriving five minutes before the chips, leaving two of the party well into their slices. Even so, that reviewer still calls the food the best in the area and plans to return.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Had an amazing experience at Pizzeria Italia Newcastle. The pizza was fresh, authentic, and full of flavour, with a perfectly cooked base and high-quality toppings. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the service was excellent. The atmosphere felt genuinely Italian and made the meal even more enjoyable. Definitely one of the best pizza places in Newcastle, and I'll be returning soon. Highly recommended! Bufula pizza is my top favourite here!!!!”
- Google user
“Best place. Very friendly and pleasant staff and delicious pizza 😋 , kind chef 🍕 would defo recommend!.”
- Google user
“Amazing food best pizza in the city and some great tunes too!!! Staff r super friendly and cool. Its a little bit chilly but nothing to complain about really. Maybe my favourite restauraunt.”
- Google user
“4yrs later and im still going back because it still tastes amazing. Love the food. Love the atmosphere, but in the past year its gone down a bit. Sorry. But it has. Hate to say it. Food standards are still the same, beautiful 🤤 but the service has gone down a bit. Introduced a service charge for sitting in and I swear I'm not being racist but the new staff couldn't understand me. Really lovely people. But, 4 times I had to repeat myself. Wasnt easy to order. Sat down and the wait was reasonable but the pizza came out 5 minutes before the chips. As the pics show. 2 of our party are 2/3 slices in before the chips arrived. Disappointed with the service, deffo not the staff. Just disappointed with the service, especially after being charged for it, at the very least I expect to be understood and the food should come out all at the same time, that's standard service without being charged. Still highly recommend. Best in the area and will always return.”
- Google user
“An Absolute Gem of a Pizza Place! From the moment I walked in, I could tell this place takes real pride in what they do. The shop was spotless — clean, tidy, and welcoming, with that lovely aroma of fresh pizza dough baking in the oven. Now, let’s talk about the pizza — wow. It was everything you’d hope for and more: perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft in the middle, and bursting with flavour in every bite. You can taste the freshness of the ingredients — the rich tomato sauce, the gooey cheese, and that perfect balance of seasoning that just makes you want another slice straight away. The customer service was just as impressive. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care that we were happy with our order. It’s rare to see that level of warmth and professionalism these days, and it really made the whole experience stand out. Overall, an absolutely amazing visit. Delicious food, fantastic service, and a spotless shop — everything you could ask for in a great pizza place. I’ll definitely be coming back again and recommending it to everyone I know!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
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- Thursday
- Friday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“AWARD-WINNING PIZZERIA AUTHENTIC ITALIAN PIZZA TAKE AWAY & EAT IN COLLECT & DELIVERY FOOD & DRINKS LUNCH DEALS & LOYALTY CARD Facebook/Instagram: Pizzeria Italia UK”
- Great coffee
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- No-contact delivery
Show more amenities
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Offerings· 8
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 2
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Service options· 2
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Dining options· 7
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 1
- Great coffee
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Crowd· 4
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Location
Pizza restaurants near Pizzeria Italia Newcastle
- Flint Pizza4.82981.5 mi
hot honey pizza, sopressata pizza, crispy charred crust
- Presto Pizza3.71542.2 mi
doner kebab, chicken kebab wrap, garlic bread with cheese
- Pronto Pizza (Newcastle)4.72382.2 mi
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzeria Italia Newcastle | 4.8493 | — | pizza, lunchtime special pizza, arancini |
| Flint Pizza | 4.8298 | 1.5 mi | hot honey pizza, sopressata pizza, crispy charred crust |
| Presto Pizza | 3.7154 | 2.2 mi | doner kebab, chicken kebab wrap, garlic bread with cheese |
| Pronto Pizza (Newcastle) | 4.7238 | 2.2 mi | pizza, burgers, kebabs |
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