The Best Pizza at Napoli On The Road, Richmond
The Best Pizza at Napoli On The Road, Richmond
Is the award-winning pizza at Napoli on the Road, Richmond, any good?
Napoli on the Road in Richmond has been on our radar for a while, having won awards for some of the best pizza in London. We always talk about heading to that part of West London, maybe for a riverside stroll or a bite to eat, but somehow it never happens.
This time though, we’re all set. It’s a crisp day, and a good excuse to stretch our legs with the toddler. And, more importantly, hunt down some really good pizza.
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Quick Info About Napoli on the Road, Richmond
- Favourite pick: Ricordi d’infanzia with beef ragu and parmigiano fondue
- Child-friendly: Yes. Soft, simple pizzas work well for little ones
- Service: Fast. Pizzas arrive 10 minutes after ordering
- Location: Richmond, West London
- Best for: Easy weekend lunches, casual meals with kids, pizza fans
- Nearby: Richmond Green, riverside walk, Richmond Park
What’s on the menu at Napoli on the Road, Richmond?
The menu at Napoli on the Road Richmond leans into classic Neapolitan style pizza. The pizzas have chewy crusts, delicious ingredients, and a balance of traditional and more playful options. There are pizzas for purists, options for vegans, and signature choices with a little more flair. These include the award-winning Ricordi d’infanzia with beef ragu, or pizzas with Stilton and cherry tomato jam.
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Starting with a Margherita
We usually order a Margherita pizza, partly to keep our toddler happy and partly to see how a place handles the basics. This one is reassuringly simple: tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, and olive oil.
It’s soft all the way through, in that fold-and-eat Neapolitan way, with a chewy crust and a good tomato-to-cheese balance. The basil adds a pop of freshness, and the edges, bubbled and lightly charred, are the kind of crusts you’d never leave behind. It’s a solid choice for anyone who likes their pizza unfussy but well made.
The famous Ricordi d’infanzia pizza
The second pizza we order is the Ricordi d’infanzia, which the menu proudly mentions as Best Pizza in the World 2025 by 50 Top Pizza. That’s a lot to live up to. Happily, it delivers.
This one comes topped with a slow cooked beef ragu and a swirl of parmigiano fondue. The sauce is deep and rich without being heavy, and there’s plenty of it.
The fondue gives it a creamy edge that works well against the ragu’s warmth.
The same soft base is here too, with that signature char. It’s visually satisfying, and it adds just the right smokiness.
Fast, friendly service in a popular local spot
The pizzas arrive about ten minutes after we order, hot from the oven. Napoli on the Road fills up quickly with a mix of families, couples, and solo diners. It’s a neighbourhood place, and it feels like one – buzzy, but not overwhelming.
So, does Napoli on the Road have the best pizza in Richmond?
Perhaps. The pizzas at Napoli on the Road Richmond are well-executed, with great ingredients and a lot of care. They’re soft, chewy, and rich in flavour. It’s the kind of place that seems to confidently know what it’s doing and get on with it.
Final thoughts of our pizza at Napoli on the Road in Richmond
If you’re in Richmond, or looking for a reason to go, Napoli on the Road is worth a stop. It’s family-friendly, consistent, and delivers a fantastic pizza lunch.
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Napoli on the Road, Richmond
Address – 12 Red Lion St, Richmond TW9 1RW
Nearest Tube – Richmond
