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Una pizza margherita, per favore.
A margherita pizza, please.
When ordering the classic Neapolitan pizza — tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, and fresh basil. The benchmark of any pizzeria.
È un forno a legna?
Is it a wood-fired oven?
Before ordering, when you want to confirm the type of oven. Wood-fired ovens produce a distinct flavour and char that many consider superior.
La preferisco con il cornicione alto.
I prefer it with a thick crust.
When expressing a preference for the puffy, high-edged Neapolitan crust style versus the thin Roman style.
Una diavola, per favore.
A diavola pizza, please.
When you want a spicy pizza — the classic combination of tomato, mozzarella and spicy salami ('salame piccante').
Quanto pesa questa fetta?
How much does this slice weigh?
At a Roman 'pizza al taglio' shop where pizza is sold by weight. You need to ask or estimate the weight to know the price.
Posso averla senza mozzarella?
Can I have it without mozzarella?
When you are dairy-free, lactose intolerant, or simply prefer your pizza without cheese.
Fate l'impasto integrale?
Do you make wholemeal dough?
When you prefer wholemeal or alternative flour pizza dough for dietary or taste reasons.
Una quattro stagioni, per favore.
A four seasons pizza, please.
When you want a pizza divided into four sections with different toppings — typically ham, artichokes, olives, and mushrooms.
Una birra alla spina con la pizza.
A draught beer with the pizza.
When ordering a beer to accompany your pizza. Beer and pizza is a classic pairing in Italian pizzerias.
Quanto tempo ci vuole per la pizza?
How long does the pizza take?
After ordering, to set expectations about the wait time — especially if you are hungry or have time constraints.
Possiamo prendere una pizza in due?
Can we share a pizza between the two of us?
When two people want to share a single pizza, or are discussing whether to order one pizza or two.
Con l'acqua del rubinetto va bene.
Tap water is fine.
In a casual pizzeria setting when you do not want to pay for bottled water and are happy with tap water.
Il pizzaiolo è napoletano?
Is the pizza maker from Naples?
When curious about the authenticity of the pizzeria. A Neapolitan pizzaiolo is a mark of quality and tradition.
Avete il babà?
Do you have babà?
In a Neapolitan pizzeria at the end of the meal, asking for the most iconic Neapolitan dessert.
Vorrei ordinare una pizza da asporto.
I would like to order a takeaway pizza.
When you want to take the pizza home or to eat elsewhere rather than dining in.
Come antipasto, una frittura di paranze.
As a starter, a plate of fried whitebait.
In a Neapolitan pizzeria when ordering a traditional fried seafood starter before the pizza.
Un calzone fritto, per favore.
A fried calzone, please.
When ordering a calzone — a folded pizza. The Neapolitan version is typically fried; the baked version is more common in the rest of Italy.
Avete un vino che va bene con la pizza?
Do you have a wine that goes well with pizza?
When you want wine rather than beer and want the staff's recommendation for a suitable pairing.
La pizza è verace napoletana?
Is the pizza true Neapolitan?
When you want to know if the pizzeria follows the authentic Neapolitan pizza specifications — dough, oven, ingredients.
Posso guardare la preparazione della pizza?
Can I watch the pizza being made?
When you are curious about the process and want to watch the pizzaiolo at work — usually at an open kitchen pizzeria.
La mozzarella è di bufala o di latte vaccino?
Is the mozzarella buffalo or cow's milk?
When ordering to confirm the type of mozzarella — the choice affects flavour significantly.
Avete la pizza fritta?
Do you have fried pizza?
When looking for the traditional Neapolitan fried pizza — a street food that predates the baked version in many Neapolitan neighbourhoods.
Qual è la vostra pizza più famosa?
What is your most famous pizza?
When you are new to a pizzeria and want to order their signature or most celebrated pizza.
A quanti gradi cuoce il forno?
At how many degrees does the oven cook?
When deeply interested in the technical specifications of a wood-fired oven — shows expert-level knowledge of Neapolitan pizza.
Posso avere la pizza senza acciughe?
Can I have the pizza without anchovies?
When ordering a pizza that includes anchovies (like Napoli or puttanesca) but you do not like or are allergic to fish.
Avete un seggiolone per bambini?
Do you have a highchair for children?
When arriving at a pizzeria with a young child who needs a highchair.
La pizza napoletana deve essere morbida al centro, vero?
Neapolitan pizza should be soft in the centre, right?
When discussing the characteristics of authentic Neapolitan pizza — confirming your understanding of the style with the pizzaiolo.
Avete l'olio piccante?
Do you have chilli oil?
When your pizza arrives and you want chilli oil to drizzle over it — a very common accompaniment in southern Italian pizzerias.
Posso portare via quello che avanza?
Can I take away what is left over?
When you cannot finish your pizza and want to take the leftovers home rather than waste them.
Grazie — la pizza era eccellente!
Thank you — the pizza was excellent!
When leaving a pizzeria to express genuine appreciation. This matters more than a tip in Italian culture.
Si prenota o si viene direttamente?
Do you take reservations or do you just come directly?
When planning to visit a popular pizzeria and wanting to know if they take advance reservations or operate on a walk-in basis.
Avete la pizza al tartufo?
Do you have truffle pizza?
In a modern artisan pizzeria where creative toppings beyond the Neapolitan canon are offered. Truffle pizza is a popular premium option.
Quant'è in totale?
What is the total?
At the end of the meal when you receive the bill and want to confirm the total amount.
Fate la pizza scrocchiarella?
Do you make thin, crispy pizza?
In Rome or central Italy when looking for the local thin, crispy pizza style as opposed to the Neapolitan soft style.
Posso aggiungere la nduja?
Can I add 'nduja?
When you want to add an extra topping to a pizza that does not already include it.
Prendiamo un fritto misto per tutti.
We'll have a mixed fry for everyone.
When ordering a shared starter — mixed fried items (vegetables, mozzarella, zucchini flowers, dough balls) to start before the pizzas arrive.