Three Yorkshire Pizza Restaurants Named Among the Best in the UK

20 Jul 2024

The Times has highlighted the top pizza places in the UK, and what would you know? Three of the standout restaurants can be found in our fair county of Yorkshire.

So, if you’re wondering where to find the most authentic pizza close to home, then check out these awesome spots below for the best pizza in Yorkshire.

 

Cresci Pizzeria, York
Hannah Evans, food writer from The Times describes Cresci Pizzeria as a ‘neighbourhood jewel,’ no less. Bringing authentic Neapolitan pizza to York food lovers and a beloved local favourite, don’t miss their Salsiccia e Porcini pizza, which features Fior di latte mozzarella, sautéed porcini mushrooms, fennel-flavoured sausage and pecorino Romano cheese. They also offer an array of mind-blowing desserts, such as a rum baba cake soaked in syrup and paired with fresh espresso. Never mind the best pizza in Yorkshire. It’s among the best dining spots in York, full stop.

Rind, Austwick
Located in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, Rind specialises in wood-fired pizzas and a variety of the best of British cheeses. Partnered with The Courtyard Dairy, recognised as the best cheese shop in the UK (the highest of the high of accolades), they offer unique pizzas like the three cheese and walnut pesto pizza, or the sweet yet spicy chorizo and chili honey pizza. Hannah Evans recommends trying the Two Roses pizza: smoked Kirkham’s Lancashire, Yoredale Wensleydale, onion cream, braised leeks, and cranberries. Sign us up now please.

Dough Eyed, York
Adjacent to the bustling Shambles Market, Dough Eyed is a hit among food enthusiasts for its fresh pizzas and wide range of rather refreshing cocktails. Whether you opt for burrata and pesto, salami, or a classic margherita, it’s no wonder this restaurant was named one of the best in the UK by The Times. They also feature a constantly changing selection of awesome craft beers on tap, perfect for pairing with your pizza. Reservations for smaller groups are unnecessary so just stop in and let the feasting begin.

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