Guide To The Best Pizzas In Hong Kong

EMMER PIZZERIA AND CAFE: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Admiralty

Emmer Pizzeria is part of the same team that launched Beef and Liberty. As a heritage grain, emmer blended with other ingredients makes for a healthy, nutritious pizza. The result is a perfect, airy, chewy and crunchy pizza that anyone will devour. Apart from freshly-made pizzas, they also serve homemade salads, soups and paninis. And the icing on the cake is, you can plan a day out with kids as Emmer's is a stone's throw away from Hong Kong Park.

Emmer Pizzeria And Cafe, 407, Level 4, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2780 1110, getintouch@emmerpizza.com, www.emmerpizza.com/

THE PIZZA PROJECT: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Wan Chai + Central

As part of the Pirata Group, the team at the Pizza Project serves the most delectable pizzas in Hong Kong. Their most popular pizzas are the Marinara and the Carbonara all made with fresh ingredients. Try their Pesto vegetarian pizza, topped with the best burrata out there and a generous dollop of pesto and mozzarella to get you going for more. The Pizza Project is a great option for a family dinner, casual date and night out. The set lunch menu is of excellent value, starting at HK$98 per person and includes a drink, antipasto and pizza. Don't forget to check out their weekend brunch menu!

The Pizza Project, 26 Peel Street, Central, +852 2311 1815, info@thepizzaproject.hk, thepizzaproject.hk/

Wan Chai: N.5 Star Street, Wanchai, +852 2577 7227, info.wanchai@thepizzaproject.hk

AMALFITANA: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Seaside Dining At The Pulse + Central

Located on the beachfront at The Pulse, Repulse Bay, families can enjoy authentic Italian delights, from artisan pizzas to eggplant parmigiana, while enjoying the sounds of the sea. For those looking for a fabulous family-friendly dining spot right on the beach where kids can play in the sand or playground while you eat and sip, this is worth the visit! The brick oven pizzas are delicious and will satisfy the hungriest of tums. They have now opened a second branch on Wyndham Street in Central to share their love of pizza beyond the southside.

Amalfitana, Shop 105, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2388 7787, info@amalfitana.hk;

Central: G/F, Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2688 2001, central@amalfitana.hk, www.amalfitana.hk/

MOTOWN PIZZA - GRAHAM STREET FOOD HALL: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Soho

Motown Pizza And Wings serves up Detroit-style 7" deep dish pizzas authentic to a tee. All their pizzas are named after cars, like their Corvette is a cheesy crust, cajun prawn, asparagus with Mentaiko sauce. Pretty cool. It is located within the Graham St Food Hall premises and cooks up some amazing hot Buffalo wings with homemade sriracha and yuzu sauce. Run along and try them out today!

Motown Pizza And Wings, Graham St Food Hall, Shop 3, 23 Graham Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 9612 0988, www.grahamstfoodhall.hk/motown

CRUST ITALIAN: At The Woo Cheong Pawn Shop In Wan Chai

New Italian coming to town! An authentic Napoli pasticceria will be here this summer to lure you all. Watch this space for more information!

Crust Italian, The Heritage Woo Cheong Pawn Shop, 60A-66 Johnston Rd, Wan Chai, ciao@crustitalian.com.hk, www.crustitalian.com.hk/

ALVY’S: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Kennedy Town

This is classic NYC-inspired pizza with a Hong Kong twist. Their pizza bases are sourdough which makes them a little easier to digest. Apart from yummy pizza, they also have delicious buffalo wings and they specialize in Jewish treats. For mom and dad, they have craft beer direct from NYC and scrummy cocktails.

Alvy’s, 8 Holland Street, Hong Kong, +852 2312 2996, www.alvys.hk/menu, www.facebook.com/AlvysHK/?ref=br_rs,)

SOUTHSIDE PIZZA: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Wong Chuk Hang

Southside Pizza was created at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic to help out of work hospitality staff with a focus on making delicious New-York style pizzas. More than a year in, Southside Pizza has a great delivery and takeaway pizza joint in Wong Chuk Hang and is in the process of opening another location in Kennedy Town. For something a little different, we recommend the smoked duck with hoisin sauce pizza. Southside Pizza also offers great family and party deals including pizzas, pasta, dessert and drinks.

Southside Pizza, 19F The Leader Centre, 37 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Hong Kong,  +852 6364 0460, orders@southsidepizzahk.com, www.southsidepizzahk.com

ISOLA: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Family Brunch Option

Overlooking the harbor, Isola is an all-Italian restaurant. It is a perfect destination for families with infants, with ample room for high chairs and easy stroller navigation. It is perfect for pizza lovers, big and small. They do regular and gourmet stone-baked pizzas - yum.

Isola, Shop 2075, Level 2, IFC Mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2383 8765, www.gaiagroup.com.hk/restaurant.php?id=5. Note Isola recently moved from their 3/F location and the alfresco dining is no longer an option.

PICCOLO: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Kennedy Town, Tai Hang, Sha Tin

Piccolo offers Buy 1, Get 1 pizza on Mondays and Tuesdays! For pizza-loving families looking for a good deal - this is your hub. Be sure to also check out their other popular dishes on the menu ranging from pasta to dessert. Kids can also take part in their pizza-making workshops too.

Piccolo, Kennedy Town, 1E Davis Street, Piccolo TaiHang, 90 Tung Lo Wan Road, and Piccolo Sha Tin, 3/F New Town Plaza 3, Hong Kong, +852 2824 3000, www.piccoloconcepts.com/piccolo

MOTORINO: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Central And Wanchai

Motorino offers a unique pizza dining experience with wine pairings and signature dishes like the Brussels Sprouts pizza and the Prosciutto di Parma pizza, as well as the Octopus Salad, Cockle Clam Crostino, and an exceptional Tiramisu for a complete Italian meal. It has the typical NYC architectural features, with marble-topped tables, distressed hardwood floors and pressed tin ceilings, and iconic graphics to reflect its Brooklyn roots. They do kids' parties and pizza workshops at their Wan Chai location.

Motorinos, two locations - Soho & Wan Chai, www.motorinopizza.com/hong_kong

PIZZERIA ITALIA: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Sai Ying Pun

Skip fast-food options and get Pizzeria Italia on your speed dial for a yummy pizza pie in under 30 minutes. Their 33 pizzas made fresh-to-order, including specialties like their Gamberoni - a thin-crusted Margherita pizza with fresh prawns, or Fior di Latte with fresh mozzarella cheese are must-tries. Complete the meal with soups, salads, ribs and chicken. Their deliveries by FoodXpress promise no detours, bringing the pies straight to you. If you prefer to dine in they have a lovely little restaurant but reservations are recommended.

Pizzeria Italia, 43 High Street, Sai Ying Pun, +852 2525 2519, www.facebook.com/PizzeriaItaliaHongKong/

BEACH CLUB STANLEY: Pizza By The Sea

Are you think of pizza by the sea? Then look no further than pizza at Beach Club Stanley. It is an ideal family-friendly pizza place for the summer where the kids can enjoy the water and the sand while can chow down the pizzas as they come. We suggest you head early and find a sweet spot and order their cheese fondue a fab combination with your choice of pizza! Find out what's in store here!

Beach Club Stanley, 29 Stanley Beach Rd, Stanley, Hong Kong, +852 51184294, www.facebook.com/pages/Beach-Club-Stanley/165680240149498

CAFE ROMA: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *On The Beach

Pizza on the beach, yes, please! Cafe Roma is still a bit of a secret, but we recently visited the restaurant and had to add it to the list. Based on Park Island, you can pair this pizza outing with a trip to Noah's Ark. The restaurant is located right on the beach where you can watch the kids play while sipping a cold beer and eating fab pizza.

Cafe Roma, Ma Wan Rd, Ma Wan, +852 3446 1226, www.caferoma.com.hk/

PAISANO’S: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Various Locations Across Hong Kong

Presiding in five locations across Hong Kong, Paisano is a family-run New York-style pizzeria. Grab a slice of pizza, a plate of pasta and a few meatball subs - your gang will be set for the day! Their doughy pizzas are a favorite among tots and they can be cut into bite-sized pieces just before you get there.

Paisano’s, 5 O'Brien Road, Wan Chai, +852 2573 4554; 8 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, +852 2414 4445; 23 Hollywood Road, Central, +852 2544 4445, www.paisanos.com.hk

LIBERTY PIZZA : Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Central + Quarry Bay

This stone-baked pizza is delicious. Made with a thicker crust to capture more tomato sauce and yummy toppings, this is a pizza everyone will love. Their pizzas aren’t round but rectangular! The large size comes in at 22” x 10”, which is perfect for sharing. Or the 7”x 10” is great if you’re on the go with the kids. They have a lovely selection of salads if you require a few healthier bites.

Liberty Pizza, 2 Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, +852 2810 8418; Quarry Bay, 33 Tong Chong Street, Quarry Bay, +852 2882 9300, www.libertypizza.hk/

HOMESLICE: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Sai Ying Pun

This funky joint located in Sai Ying Pun has the perfect balance between hip and authentic. The menu of pizzas, pasta, salad, beer, cocktails and milkshakes will keep everyone happy. The pizzas are made with a 48-hour fermented sourdough thin base and authentic Italian toppings. You can go down the traditional route and enjoy Proscuitto e Rucola (HK$125) or try a more innovative pizza like Tail-gio (HK$195), which is topped with port braised oxtail, Taleggio cheese and fried rosemary.

Homeslice,  Shop 3, 321 Des Voeux Road West,  Sai Ying Pun, + 852 3619 4026, www.homeslice.com.hk/

FINI'S: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Central & Wan Chai

Fini’s makes delicious New York-style enormous pizzas in both Central and Wan Chai. Expect the more traditional toppings such as pepperoni or homemade sausage topped with extra parmesan cheese. This hassle-free, Italian- American diner is great for fun family dinners, plus they are dog friendly.  We love Fini’s for multiple reasons, including kids under 12 years old can eat for free between 4pm-7pm Monday – Friday. Fini’s also offers delivery through Deliveroo.

Fini’s Italian American Soho, 49 Elgin Street, SoHo, Hong Kong, +852 2387 6338, info@finishk.com, www.finishk.com

Fini’s Italian American Wanchai, 69 Stone Nulla Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 3182 0128, info@finishk.com, www.finishk.com

CIAK: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Central + Tai Koo Shing

This is a great Italian resto that serves pizzas and has a kid's menu as well. If you wish to pair it with a cocktail, we recommend the Norcina or Bufala. They also have some great homemade pastas including their mouth-watering desserts. If you’re looking for lunch on the go, try their set lunch which includes pizzas.

CIAK, Landmark Atrium, Central and Cityplaza, Tai Koo Shing, www.ciakconcept.com/en/

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Whampoa Hung Hom

California Pizza Kitchen is a well-recognized brand with a huge fan following. They are deemed as the only place that serves authentic Californian-style pizza with globally inspired, mouth-watering toppings that include Thai chicken, shrimp scampi, Jamaican Jerk chicken, tostada and much much more. And for all the veg-lovers out there, they serve two kinds of crust, the usual classic crust and the cauliflower crust - a must-try!

California Pizza Kitchen, Shop 302, 3/F, Gourmet Place (Site 8), The Whampoa, Hung Hom, +852 3152 3313, www.cpk.com.hk/

PIZZA EXPRESS: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Locations All Over Hong Kong

This chain restaurant is super kid-friendly. They have high chairs, kids' menus, and pizza-making workshops for kids on weekends. This is a great place to go if you're looking for fuss-free meals at a great price. It's relaxing and there are several locations across Hong Kong too! They also serve yummy vegan and vegetarian pizzas and pasta to accommodate everyone's palate.

Pizza Express, multiple locations on the island,  www.pizzaexpress.com.hk/

JACOMAX: Best Pizza In Hong Kong *Shueng Wan

If you’re looking for a huge pizza, then come here. Hungry little tummies will not be disappointed. They have some unusual items, including Gorgonzola and pear - yummy. Kids will like the T-Rex; it’s full of yummy ham and sausage and cheese. There’s often live music here, so it’s a fun place to hang out with kids in tow.

Jacomax, 88 Commercial Building, 28-34 Wing Lok St, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, www.facebook.com/pizzeriajacomax/

PIZZA MAKING CLASSES IN Hong Kong:

In Hong Kong, there are many places where the kiddos can make pizzas. Some of the best places are listed here. Go on and get the kids cooking.

Motorino's (Wanchai location only) www.motorinopizza.com/hong_kong

Pizza Express http://pizzaexpress.com.hk/package/kids-parties/

ABC Cooking Studio, http://abc-cooking.com.hk/home