Our Story
Since 1985, passionately creating genuine Italian pizzas
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'Crust & Craft Pizzeria started as a vision to introduce real Neapolitan pizzas to Naples. The Rossi family, establishing our eatery in 1985, made it a quaint, familial hub with ancestries of recipes passed through time.
Our pioneer, Marco Rossi, mastered pizza craft during her Italian sojourns, gleaning insights from Napoli's pizza virtuosos. Back in the UK, she embarked on recreating that quintessential Italian pizza enchantment, with a commitment to time-honored techniques and premium ingredients.
From a humble setup of just a dozen seats, we've evolved into a cherished neighborhood fixture, yet our devotion to excellence in taste and genuine preparation remains unchanged. Daily made fresh dough, steadfast wood-fired oven practices, and the finest ingredient sourcing define us still.
Today, family-run 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria is under the sage direction of the Rossi progeny, with a team as fervent as ever. Though modernity has touched us, our essence persists: to forge scrumptious, honest pizzas that forge connections.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
Our commitment to freshness means sourcing top-tier ingredients, be it through partnerships with local growers or Italian merchants, to deliver true Italian tastes.
Traditional Methods
We honor the artisanal pizza-making practices, allowing our dough a 48-hour fermentation process and baking our pizzas in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Community Focus
Our belief extends beyond serving meals — we see ourselves as a communal entity, fostering local movements and offering a space where everyone's welcome.
Sustainability
We are dedicated to sustainable protocols, from limiting food waste, choosing eco-conscious packaging, to encouraging sustainable farming habits.
Meet Our Team
Meet the enthusiastic individuals behind our delectable pizzas
Marco Rossi
Owner & Head Chef
A second-generation steward with over 15 years perfecting our dishes, trained in the pizza capital, Naples.
Isabella Torres
Executive Chef
Boasting 12 years of Italian culinary wisdom, she adds an innovative flair to our culinary operations, with an eye for seasonal creations.
Antonio Greco
Master Pizzaiolo
A Napoli native, Antonio has been shaping perfect pizzas for over two decades and mentors our pizzaioli with unmatched expertise.
Lucas Wu
Sommelier & Beverage Director
Lucas masterfully orchestrates our drink selection, focusing on citrus based beverages and sublime pairings to enhance the pizza dining experience.
What Our Customers Say
This Neapolitan pizza truly rivals Italy's best. The dough carries the hallmark chewiness and those sought-after char marks from its wood-fired oven origins.
William Green
I'm impressed by 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria's commitment to locality and eco-conscious practices. Their exceptional seasonal offerings are eagerly anticipated!
Anna Smith
A stalwart in the area, continuity in their quality is notable. It feels like joining a family, and the pizza is indeed celestial—make sure to try their Truffle Mushroom special.
David Martinez
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Food Honors, 2019-2023
UK's Top 50 Pizzerias
Nationwide Dining Review, 2021-2023
Certified Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Responsible Business Practice Commendation
Area Green Enterprise Federation, 2022
Come Visit Us
Indulge in authentic Italian pizza amid a convivial ambiance