Best Pizza in Siena: 7 Places Where the Sienese Actually Go

Sienese cuisine is famous for pici, ribollita, and steak. Not pizza — it is not a traditional Tuscan dish. Yet over the last fifteen years, an interesting pizza scene has arrived in Siena, and the Sienese have learned to recognize those who do it right.

This is the list of places where the Sienese go — not the tourists reading TripAdvisor. Divided by style.

How we built this ranking

People ask us "where's the best pizza in Siena?" almost every week, so this ranking is the answer we actually give friends — not a list scraped from other sites. Here's exactly how it was built, so you can judge whether our criteria match what *you* care about.

Who put this together. The Visit Siena Guide editorial team lives and eats in Siena year-round. For this ranking we tasted every pizzeria on the list at least twice in the last 12 months, paying out of our own pocket (no comped meals, no PR invites, no affiliate deals with any pizzeria listed). When we revisit, we go on different days and at different times — a Tuesday lunch tells you things a Saturday dinner doesn't.

What we mean by "best". We rank *the pizza on the plate first*, then everything around it. Concretely, every pizzeria was scored on:

1. Dough quality — fermentation (24–72h is the sweet spot for Neapolitan), digestibility the morning after, crust structure (airy cornicione, no gummy centre). 2. Ingredient sourcing — DOP San Marzano tomato, fior di latte or buffalo mozzarella from real Campania dairies, EVOO from Tuscan mills, seasonal toppings vs. frozen year-round. 3. Oven and cook — wood-fired vs. electric, cook time, char pattern, consistency across visits. 4. Value for money — what you pay vs. what you eat. A €14 pizza is fair if it's done right; a €9 pizza done poorly is the worse deal. 5. Service and room — friendly, unrushed, welcoming to non-Italian speakers (English menus, patient explanations). 6. Local signal — who's actually in the room. A Tuesday night with mostly Sienese regulars is the single most reliable indicator we know.

External validation we cross-checked. Where applicable, we noted recognition from independent guides: 50 Top Pizza (the leading global pizza guide), Gambero Rosso, and the Italian-language pizza community on Reddit and Facebook groups for Sienese residents. We don't rank *by* those — we use them as a sanity check.

What's deliberately excluded. Chain pizzerias, places that only do delivery, and venues we couldn't verify in person in the last year. Pizza al taglio (by-the-slice) shops are grouped together because they serve a different need (lunch on the go) and ranking them against sit-down pizzerias isn't a fair comparison.

How often we update. We re-taste the full list at least once a year and publish updates with a visible "Updated" date. If a place changes hands, drops in quality, or a new pizzeria opens that deserves a spot, the ranking moves. Spotted something out of date? Write us at redazione@visitsienaguide.it — we read every email and re-visit before changing anything.

1. The Real Neapolitan — La Napoletana 2.0 (Viale Sardegna)

If you are looking for Neapolitan pizza made just like in Naples, this is the address. [La Napoletana 2.0](/en/articolo/napoletana-2-0-pizza), in Viale Sardegna 37, has been featured several times in the 50 Top Pizza guide. The management is authentically Neapolitan, the oven is wood-fired, and the flours come from Campania.

What to order: - Margherita STG (€8-10): the classic to understand the quality of the dough. - Mortadella, fiordilatte, and pistachio pesto (€14-16): the signature dish, the one you will remember. - Salsiccia and friarielli (€13-15): for those who love authentic flavors.

Average price: pizzas €12-16, full menu (pizza + drink + dessert) around €25. Good to know: the place is small, book ahead especially on weekends. It is outside the walls, but only 10 minutes from the historic center — by car, bus, or on foot.

2. Contemporary Pizza (Historic Center)

Some establishments in the center have chosen the contemporary style: wholemeal flours, 48-72 hour leavening, creative toppings (with raw fish, fermentations, modern sauces). The pizzas cost more (€15-22) but the technique is high. A good choice for a special dinner.

3. Roman-style Pizza by the Slice (Takeaway, Lunch)

For those who want to spend little or have lunch on the go during their visit, Roman-style pizza al taglio or al trancio is the right formula: €4-6 per portion, crunchy, perfect for eating in the piazza or for children.

4. Gluten-Free Pizza

Siena is one of the Italian cities with the most gluten-free options relative to its population. Several pizzerias have a dedicated menu and separate cooking areas to avoid contamination. For celiacs, it is a safe destination.

5. The Neighborhood Pizzeria

The small, unpretentious ones where residents go on Thursday evenings with the kids. Good pizza, low prices (€8-12), family atmosphere. They are not on Instagram. They can be found in Viale Sardegna, Ravacciano, Acquacalda, San Prospero.

6. Electric Oven Pizza

A few places in Siena have chosen the high-temperature electric oven. A drier cornicione (crust) and a more "toasted" flavor. A different style from the classic Neapolitan, but with its own fans.

7. Fried Pizza and Neapolitan Sandwiches

In recent years, pizza fritta and Neapolitan sandwiches (frittatine, montanare, panuozzo) have also arrived in Siena. They are excellent for an evening snack or for those who want to try something different from the classic round pizza.

How to Choose in 30 Seconds

| You want… | Go to… | Cost | |---|---|---| | Real Neapolitan pizza | La Napoletana 2.0 (Viale Sardegna 37) | €20-25 | | Creative pizza, special dinner | Contemporary signs in center | €30-45 | | Quick lunch or takeaway | Pizza by the slice in center | €6-10 | | Family dinner | Neighborhood pizzeria | €15-20 | | Gluten-free pizza | Pizzeria with dedicated kitchen | €15-22 |

The Rule of the Cornicione

A simple test to recognize a good Neapolitan pizza: the cornicione must be high, slightly charred, and airy inside. If it is low and uniform, it is not Neapolitan. If it is hard and crunchy, it isn't either.

Find Out More

• The best pizzerias in Siena: complete guide 2026
• Neapolitan pizza in Siena: where to find the STG
• Where to eat in Siena: the honest guide

Do you have a place that you think should be on this list? Write to us at redazione@visitsienaguide.it.