How UK Pizza Places Score on Food Hygiene: What the Data Shows
We looked at about 8,100 rated pizza places in England and Wales. Two thirds hold the top rating, but chains and independents look quite different.
Published 4 November 2026
Pizza guides
Britain's Pizza Scene Is Mostly Independent: The Numbers by City
Big brands dominate the adverts, but nearly four in five pizza places we list in Great Britain aren't part of a major chain. Here's how that varies by city.
Published 4 November 2026
How Much Pizza Do You Need? A Simple Way to Order for a Group
Slices aren't a useful measure, because a slice from a 10-inch and a 16-inch are very different. Here's how to work it out by area.
Published 4 November 2026
Are Pizza Deals Actually Good Value? How to Check in a Minute
Two-for-ones, meal deals, and half-price offers can be great, or not much of a deal at all. Here's how to compare them.
Published 4 November 2026
Pizza Delivery or Collection: Which Should You Choose?
Collection often costs less and arrives hotter, but delivery has obvious appeal. Here's what actually changes between the two.
Published 4 November 2026
Ordering Pizza With an Allergy or Coeliac Disease: What to Ask
Pizza kitchens handle flour, cheese, and many toppings in small spaces. Here's what to ask before you order, and what UK businesses must tell you.
Published 4 November 2026
How to Store and Reheat Leftover Pizza So It's Actually Good
Safe storage first, then the best way to bring back a crisp base. Spoiler: a frying pan beats the microwave.
Published 4 November 2026
What Makes a Pizza Truly Neapolitan?
It has European protection, a UNESCO-listed craft, and rules on everything from the flour to the oven. Here's what they mean for what's on your plate.
Published 4 November 2026
The Margherita: The Story, the Legend, and What We Really Know
The tale of a queen and a patriotic pizza is lovely. The truth is a little more complicated, and just as interesting.
Published 4 November 2026
A Pizza Glossary: From Bufala to 'Nduja
Menus love an Italian word. Here's a plain-English guide to the terms you're most likely to meet.
Published 4 November 2026
How Many Calories Are in a Pizza, and in a Slice?
A whole restaurant pizza can run from about 600 to over 1,300 kcal. Here are real published figures, and how to work out a slice.
Published 4 November 2026
Pizza Sizes Explained: From 7 to 18 Inches, and How Much You Really Get
A 12-inch pizza is 12 inches across, but what you eat is the area. This table shows how much pizza each size really gives you.
Published 4 November 2026