Here are five of the best places in Hertfordshire for pizza, according to local diners and reviewers.
1. DavVero, St Albans
DavVero is frequently ranked among St Albans’ top pizza restaurants, with a reputation for authentic Italian food.
It has more than 200 “excellent” reviews on TripAdvisor and an overall rating of 4.8 out of five stars.
One visitor wrote: “The food was amazing and the staff were attentive and welcoming.”
2. Terranova Italian, Welwyn Garden City
Terranova Italian has been open since 1995 and overlooks Stanborough Park in Welwyn Garden City.
It offers a broad range of traditional pizzas and is probably the town’s standout independent Italian restaurant.
One reviewer wrote: “This lovely Italian restaurant overlooking the lake is a hidden gem.
“The food is always delicious, fresh, and the prices fair for such excellent quality.”
3. Sam’s Pizza – Hitchin
Sam’s Pizza serves authentic Neapolitan pizzas made with freshly stretched dough and Italian ingredients.
It has an impressive 4.9 out of five star rating on TripAdvisor.
One visitor said: “Amazing service, pizza with the most perfect Italian base and great vibes right in the centre of town can’t wait to go back!”
4. Dirty Dough Pizza Co. – Hitchin
Based at The Victoria pub in Hitchin, Dirty Dough Pizza Co. serves Neapolitan-style pizzas and has developed a loyal following.
One reviewer wrote: “The best pizzas we have ever had. The Verdi is an absolute sensation.
“Super friendly staff and gorgeous pub.”
5. Gracey’s Pizza – St Albans
Gracey’s Pizza specialises in New Haven-style pizza rather than traditional Neapolitan pizza.
Its crispy, charred crust has earned praise from food critics, while The Times has described it as “one of the UK’s most exciting pizzerias”.
One visitor said: “Not only is the food excellent but so is the customer service (even on a very busy Friday evening).
“The staff went above and beyond to help me with a difficult request and I was hugely impressed by the service I received.”
