MONELLIS Sourdough Pizza in Hastings

We tried a mix of pizzas and all of them were amazing! Definitely some of the best pizzas we've had. The owners were also incredibly welcoming and kind. ❤️

I had a pizza from here yesterday and it has been the only thing I’ve been thinking of since I woke up this morning. It was absolutely divine. Honestly one of the best pizzas I have ever had in my life. The staff were so delightful and made us feel so welcome. My partner will definitely be coming back soon. Thank you so so much!

Best pizza I had in my life! Not exaggerating! And Frankie is such a great guy

Amazing amazing amazing! Cannot recommend more. Our favourite pizza place locally BY FAR! Fantastic service ran by a lovely team! The couple that owns this pizza place are adorable and wow can they make a pizza!!!!!!

Delicious pizza, incredible host, do not miss out on this place!!! The quality and passion put into the food is clear to see- hands down the best pizza I’ve had (and as a type 1 diabetic pizza is famously hard to manage!)

An absolutely fabulous experience all round, Thank you so much for the warming and inviting service, our food and drink was ready within minutes and was phenomenal quality. It’s hard to find authentic Italian food around here so we are over the moon with our lunch. We will be coming back for events and the occasional dinner. 10/10!!!!

The one of the best pizza I ever ate (another place for perfect pizza is Harrods ). The dough is so delicious, grandma style… basically it doesn’t matter what toppings are because it will be delicious any way. Small family run business, maniacally clean (very important for me), so friendly that I stared to feel I know these people all my life. So knowledgeable what they do, so welcoming and caring… We had a gelato as well, Proper Gelato, top quality, super delicious and worth every calorie…. Wish they had their shop in London, would eat pizza every day.

The best pizza a service. We felt like we were in Italy! The ones was so kind and helpful! The pizza was just perfect! Would highly recommend!

Great pizzas, great service. We will definitely be back. Highly recommended, more than 5 stars! We will advertise in the Netherlands ;)

Geweldige pizza’s, bediening helemaal top. Wij komen zeker nog eens terug. Dikke aanrader, 5 sterren meer dan waard! We gaan reclame maken in Nederland ;)

Loved the spicy Calabrese and will definitely be going back for more. The sour dough crust is delicious. Great team. Felt well looked after by Francesca and Frankie.

pizza was fantastic! You can really taste the quality in every slice. It’s a cozy little spot with a great vibe.

Great little gem. The owners are so passionate about the food and you can totally taste it!

We visited Monellis Pizzeria in Hastings again and were warmly welcomed by the friendly owner Franky and his wife Francesca. Even though I had only been twice a few years ago, Franky recognized me immediately along with my job, which made me feel truly valued and important. In the past, we enjoyed two wonderful pizzas here, and today we treated ourselves to dessert and two coffees. The personal touch and genuine hospitality make Monellis a special place to return to time and again. Highly recommended!

Extremely hospitable couple who make sure your experience is always warm and enjoyable! I had the special on the menu which was a mix of pistachios, pesto, Gorgonzola, mozzarella & cucumber and to say it was delicious would be an understatement! Always appreciate when a place tries something new flavour wise (will insert photo). Monellis is busy for a good reason, well worth the wait for a table! Thankyou!

A regular lunchtime stop when we’re in Hastings! Fantastic sourdough pizza. Amazing attention to detail plating up. Great hospitality… A small place with a big heart. Go hungry or take a box home!

Back again...fab pizza, fab service, fab everything. Will defo be back again

Best Pizza in the U.K. Always busy. Well worth the wait. No one takes more care of the food they serve or the hospitality they offer!

Wonderful little gem. Always friendly and accommodating. Will be coming back time and again

The food was incredible, because the building is quite small, it was a bit of a wait for a table but absolutely worth the wait. Definitely worth a visit. Would come again.

I can’t speak more highly of the family run dream team at Monellis. The food is exceptional; high quality, authentic ingredients and real passion for pizza! The service so welcoming and they are brilliant with children too. Don’t miss out on this gem in the Old Town.

Been to Monellis a couple of times now. Francesca and Frankie are fabulous hosts, it's obvious watching them work and talking with them while you're there that they really care about what they do. I love the fact you can watch them preparing the food in the kitchen and the care in how the dishes are finished off on the service counter right where you can see it, just adds a special something extra to the whole experience. There was an odd incident at our last visit where we were the second table to be seated immediately as they opened their doors, two other tables of four, plus a single gentleman easting alone were all seated before a pair of ladies at the last available inside table immediately beside us, in what is a compact and intimate indoor seating area. One of the ladies asked Francesca to serve them first, but we're politely informed the restaurant operates on a first come first served basis, but that they'd get to them as quickly as they could. The two ladies left there and then, both looking quite put out by not getting special treatment as the other grumbled and muttered her disgust at not getting served first! The arrogant and selfish attitude of the two ladies asking to be given special treatment had visibly got to Francesca who you could see was embarrassed about not being able to please the two ladies who wouldn't have had to wait that long before they got served. When you try to eat first when it's walk in service on a first come first served basis, and you're the fifth table to be seated, then you simply have to wait your turn. The food we had, along with the excellent service, we're once again excellent. We will go back and would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Monellis to anyone who would like a first class and properly authentic Italian pizza in a fabulous friendly family run restaurant. There is always limited availability as it is first come first served and you can't book a table. So if you turn up after the door have opened and the tables are taken, either be prepared to wait, or try and come back and hope you arrive a few minutes before another table finish, the wait will be worth it.

Very good food, and lovely staff

Amazing pizza. Super service. Love it and don’t miss out on this place. The dough is special and all the toppings are premium. The tomato sauce is done properly.

Great pizza, super fresh and very good ingredients. Outstanding friendly service too, would definitely recommend when looking for food in the old town

The food was fantastic and the staff welcoming. Probably one of the best Pizzas I have ever had.

Amazing environment, amazing pizza, and such a welcoming atmosphere. I always look forward to going to Monelies. Would 100% recommend.

What a great place. The food was excellent and such friendly service.

The quality of the pizza is simply unmatched! 100 year old sourdough starter that has been passed through generations is fermented for at long as possible to make the best pizza bases you can get. Beautiful restaurant, staff and owners are amazing and passionate. Couldn’t be better

Best pizza not just in Hastings, but in the world.

Simply amazing. The owner is brilliant, the pizza speaks for itself!

Was absolutely amazing experience the pizza was fantastic a little bit pricey but very much worth what you pay! The guys inside are fantastic couldn’t fault it!

Incredible pizza! We first visited Monellis 2 years ago when we first visiting hastings and had to visit again when we finally returned for a few days at the end of April. Pizza here is the beat we've had and we would highly recommend to anyone visiting hastings. The owners/staff are so friendly and attentive it's just a lovely place to be.

Really delicious pizzas and great service. Absolutely recommended!

Cute little Pizza place in Hastings - lovely customer service and people working there along with quality QUALITY authentic Italian pizza - a little taste of Italy right in Hastings. Beautiful.

This place is a gem. It’s very small and they don’t take bookings; handy for us as we bagged a table for four for lunch. The menu and ingredients are top notch, in particular the slow fermented sourdough pizza base skillfully cooked to perfection - crisp on the exterior, but not charred, with a satisfyingly chewy interior. The owners and staff are the loveliest.

Hastings is really blessed to have such a wonderful pizza restaurant. Each pizza is individual and considered. The ingredients are high quality, deeply flavoured and diverse. We ordered three and it was fun to discuss and share with each other. Frankie and his team demonstrate their craft with joy and creativity, while respecting the traditions of Italian pizza. They are caring and friendly hosts. Capable, professional and charming. It is the best experience of pizza I have ever had. Grazie Monellis!

The owner doesn’t care about good service and hospitality, and place is zero kids friendly. Pizza was ok but expensive.

Extremely nice people! The service was friendly and they made sure that every customer was satisfied. Food was amaze!! I had a basic Margarita, the sourdough was super crunchy and good! Best pizza in town.

Adorable people, amazing food! My lunch was so good that I was sad for not having more space in my stomach for another pizza.

The love for the food is amazing, ingredients on the highest level, innovative combinations well thought through and excellently balancing each other. Tasted pizzas in many countries also in in Italy-this is top notch. A new standard for my own attempts to make this renowned dish. Inspiring! Don’t miss out.

Family-run Italian pizzeria. Traditional, proper pizza with high quality ingredients and beautiful presentation. Amazingly friendly staff. And the cannolli? Ah, the cannolli... 🤌

A warm and inviting atmosphere and fantastic and friendly service. Pizza was absolutely delicious - I ordered troppo buona. Would highly recommend a visit to Monellis!

One of the best pizzas I have had in the UK - fresh Italian ingredients, excellent customer service and lovely atmosphere. Will definitely go back! Bravi, bravi, bravissimi :) (I ordered a Spettacolare - the name says it all!)

In my opinion the best pizza you can eat outside of Italy. Definitely this place I will visit every time I am in the area. Large selection of pizza and not only, fresh and very good quality products. Everyone can find something for themselves and try new flavors. Worth stopping and waiting even if you have to wait over 30 min for a pizza

Amazing food + amazing service = an amazing experience! Have been thinking about my pizza ever since and my 7 year old daughter said it was the best pizza she had ever had! A big thanks to Francesca and Frankie for making us feel so welcome.

It has been years since I ate a pizza like the one of tonight. I strongly recommend Príncipesa, great ingredients, great quality, and very well done. Crispy and tasty. I felt like in Italy. Congrants. Wonderful! SPECTACULAR 👌 EXQUISITE... GOURMET....and wonderful music 🎶 💕 I recommend this wonderful Italian restaurant!!!!! Don't miss the opportunity to try the best pizza EVER!!!

The best pizza of Hastings. Hipólito recommended

it was the best pizza ever!!! I could eat one everyday. I went with my 3 friends. The Service was fast and great!!

After living in Italy for a few years, I can say this is an authentic Italian pizza experience. High-quality imported ingredients, great dough, and cooked with care. Overall excellent pizza. Would specifically recommend the nduja or anchovy! Had a chance to chat with the owner - very passionate and friendly. Will definitely stop by next time I’m around

This is an amazing pizza place the food is amazing and the staff are so friendly the pizza is one of the best I’ve ever had the restaurant is decorated very beautifully I love the hot chocolate it’s delicious and so creamy its almost like melted chocolate

Love from Southampton. Best Service best pizza. I really appreciate the nice staffs. I feel shocked about the Cannolo, crunchy,fresh n not that sweet. I packed two for take away after I finished one in store. TBH I used to think Cannolo was not that good, because I bought this kind of dessert twice in two different places, one in London , one in I don’t remember.(both of them were disgusting.) but today I apologize, Cannolo is good is tasty!!! And the pizza? I ordered one and finished it in store, and I packed another flavor for take away… so you know what I mean… it’s deliiiiiiiciiiiiious! If you are a pizza lover, please try it!

If you're looking for a pizza place that feels like home, Monelli's is the spot to visit! From the moment you walk in, the warm, welcoming atmosphere sets the stage for an amazing dining experience. The pizza is absolutely top-notch — each slice is perfectly crisp with the ideal balance of cheese, sauce, and toppings. The crust is always on point — just the right amount of crunch and flavor. A special shoutout goes to Frankie and Francesca, who made our visit unforgettable. Frankie was so attentive and personable, making sure we had everything we needed with a smile. Francesca, with her friendly demeanor and expert knowledge of the menu, really made us feel like part of the family. Their genuine hospitality added a personal touch to the meal that made the experience even more special. If you're in the area and craving delicious pizza with a side of excellent service, Monelli’s is the place to be. Frankie and Francesca will make sure you're well taken care of, and you'll leave with a full stomach and a smile!

Wow. American here, New Yorker by birth, and this place left me speechless. I was not expecting to have this level of quality and real expertise in Hastings, but Frankie's restaurant is the REAL DEAL. Seriously, it took everything in my power not to go there when I woke up this morning. The sourdough is masterfully fermented (avg 7 days) allowing for lower glycemic index and fluffier but extremely textural dough. The Pulglian / Calabrian / Sicilian influence is on full display. Everything is fresh. Everything is authentic. Everything is exactly what it should be. A highlight of my 2 week vacation. GRAZIE!!!

Very nice service and such a great italian Pizza!

Great host, very knowledgeable and passionate. The ingrendients are top notch, and personally I don't think I can find many better pizzas even in Italy. Excellent!

In this restaurant there are rats that walk the dishes are degeulase and there is hair in the dishes and to finish the establishment is very dirty

Went for lunch on Saturday. This is literally a tiny place with seating for no more than 20 people. If you go and it’s packed, roam the seafront or the High Street and return. It is that good. They greet their regulars like family. The pizza is delicious. I had the sei formaggi - perfect and my friend had the tartufata - also perfect and delicious. If you are in Hastings, this is must visit restaurant. It is the best pizza I’ve had since I’ve been in the UK.

When passion, knowledge, skill and the very best ingredients combine, there is an alchemy that creates a sublime result. Frankie and Francesca created just this with an intimate and friendly vibe. Grazie tantissimi ragazzi per un esperienza meravigliosa.

We were blown away by the amazing pizzas (we shared a Contadina and a Sei Formaggi) and had such a good conversation about soughdough fermentation and their ingredients with Francesca (they are passionate about their sourdough culture and giving plenty of time for the dough to ferment, and sourcing their ingredients). Next time we visit, we will be more strategic to allow us to try a salad and ice cream too. Very highly recommended.

When passion, knowledge, skill and the best ingredients combine, there is an alchemy that creates sublime results. Francesca and Frankie have created just this with an intimate vibe that is pure pleasure. Grazie tantissimi per una esperienza meravigliosa.

Fantastic pizzeria that uses 100 year old sourdough starter. Easily the best pizza in Sussex and the staff are so friendly. Highly recommended 👌

Monelli’s is the best pizza place around. You can eat in or take away. There are only a few tables inside & you can’t book. The range & quality of pizzas are incredible. We live the other end of Kent so it’s a distance to travel so we can’t come here often but we will try to eat here whenever we’re in Hastings. Highly recommend.

A strict no reservations policy but definitely worth waiting for a table. A real mix of families and couples catered for on a busy early Saturday evening. Frankie and Francesca make quite the team; welcoming, engaging and attentive. A large and beautifully cooked sour dough pizza and a (huge) fresh salad made for a great pre-theatre meal

Fabulous! What an amazing place, such friendly people and sourdough pizza to die for! Everything is beautifully fresh, probably the best pizza I have ever eaten! Thank you guys! x

I can’t rate this place enough. It’s a must eat when visiting Hastings. Not only is the pizza (and everything else) exceptional, the people working there are incredibly friendly and passionate about their food. Honestly, I loved it when I lived in Hastings and make sure I go back every single time I visit. You’ll be thinking about this pizza long after you leave I promise.

Great service. Lovely people who were happy to share their love of pizza and their secrets to a fantastic dough. Not something you find everywhere. Wonderful sourdough pizza with lots of interesting flavours. The Nduja made it!

My mum and I shared a margarita pizza, the tomato sauce in it was amazing. Then we shared a tiramisu which was good too. The staff were nice there. We would definitely come back.

Perfecto!! Incredible pizza spot in Hastings with friendly owners. Loved the place, highly recommend the no tomato base cheesy pizza. Forgot what it’s called but the Pecorino and Parmesan mix is sublime!

Absolutely delicious pizza, great service and fun atmosphere. Highly recommend

Some of the best pizza I have ever had - delicious base with a wide range of toppings, and you can see the care that has gone into creating the menu. The staff are all incredibly friendly, are happy to have a conversation about their food, and are flawless in their craft. The atmosphere is really chill and intimate, with a beautifully decorated restaurant.

amazing valentines day lunch at monellis - owner and wife combo are so great. cant wait to come back

Best pizza in England!!! Tastes just like it's from Italy. We have been looking for pizza this good since our honeymoon in Italy, I'm glad we have found it. 🍕

Monellis is a real authentic taste of Italy in my little seaside town. You must try the Grissini with the accompanying dips for a genuine taste of Italy you could die for. Incredible flavours and great service you can't miss out on

Love the people. Love the place. Love the pizza. On a cold winter’s day, this was perfect.

We had a fantastic experience at MONELLIS Sourdough Gourmet Pizza! Frankie, the owner, welcomed us warmly and shared the story behind their sourdough pizzas-naturally fermented for 7 days, resulting in a flavourful, slightly milky crust. We tried CARNAZZA (tomato base) and SPETTACOLARE (white base), both were incredible! The crust was perfectly baked, and the toppings were generous and high quality. Though we love tomato-based pizzas, the white base was a pleasant surprise. Frankie's passion was evident-he even demonstrated baking and flipping techniques with his friends! We also had their homemade tiramisu, which was beautifully layered and refreshing. To top it off, when we left a package behind, Frankie kindly offered to mail it back. Such a great place with amazing food and warm hospitality-highly recommended if you're in Hastings!

I’m not exaggerating when I say Monelli’s is probably the nicest pizza I’ve ever had - this includes visits to Italy! Had a wonderful meal there today, and Frankie was so friendly and accommodating to us all! I cannot wait to return!

Incredible pizza!!! And they are so nice. Worth a trip to Hastings just to go here!

My family and I had the pleasure of re-visiting Monelli's after a while, and we couldn't be happier to taste their delicious food again. Francesca and Francesco are a force of nature, together with their sourdough! The calzone and the pizza calabrese were amazing... we will definitely not wait too much to go to Monelli's again.

Always great food and very friendly service. Not cheap, but that’s because of the high quality ingredients.

Shared 3x pizzas between 5 people with some starters. Great food, great people, loved it!

Lived here in Hastings for a short while and finally got to visit Monellis. The hosts were lovely, talkative and engaging. It's a small but lively atmosphere and the pizzas are amazing. Probably the best pizzas in town (sorry Brewing Brothers)

came here with my girlfriend tonight, walk in. Great atmosphere. lovely staff and most importantly the pizza was to die for. so juicy.

Had a brilliant meal here with my family, and dog! Dog friendly, kid friendly. Brilliant value, big pizzas and everything tasted very fresh. The atmosphere was cool, great music playing. we had a delicious glass of wine for £5.50. I ate my pizza too quickly to take a pic but the desert menu is not to be missed! You have to try the Cannoli. We will be back again.

This was a great experience, not only was it one of the best pizzas we have tasted. The owner and his wife are such a lovely host, and we loved the educational explanation of how they prepare their food! Absolutely worth a visit!

The nicest people and the best pizza Hastings has to offer ! I went for the spicy pizza and I was sweating like it was the summer

Beautiful little gem in Hastings Old town. Don't know what's better here, food or service! Amazing pizzas and deserts and just genuine and nice people that love what they do running the place. Can't recommend it more!

Just a wonderful experience. Great hosts, delicious pizza, perfect ambience. Thank you

AMAZING FOOD STAFF ARE REALLY WARM AND SO KIND :)))

Very good pizza. Sour dough over 100 years old. We were very please with the gorgonzola, artichoke, mushroom, parma ham and meat pizzas. The service and owners were also lovely.

food , drinks and friendly conversation. Me and my father bought two pizza’s they can be quite pricey but are so so so worth it, best pizza ive had!

On a cold day we were welcomed in for some delicious pizza at Monellis at lunchtime. We had two small dogs but they weren't a problem kept under the table (even given some doggo biscuits :) The pizza dough was incredibly tasty and toppings were high quality ingredients. Clearly these people care about the food they are creating. We will definitely come back for dinner sometime!

The nicest staff and the best PIZZA EVER! So cosy and warm and lovely. We came when it was very quiet and the service was very attentive and the food was so good. I loved the grappa!

Absolutely brilliant! Great food super food brilliant food hot food excellent food. Friendly people husband and wife team super friendly excellent will come again.

Best pizza in East Sussex! We will be back! Wonderful friendly staff brilliant with the kids. Small but perfect. Thank you

Wonderful gem in Hastings. Francesca and Frankie are really passionate and you can really feel at home in Monellis. The food is truly a flavour of Puglia (i’m from Bari so I feel I can tell). Mandatory stop if you are visiting Hastings.

Amazing spot in Hastings, a real Puglia experience. we visited Hastings and decided to stop in Monellis to have a taste of Italy, and it exceeded our expectations. Frankie and Francesca are truly passionate owners and you can tell they put a lot of effort into crafting the best products and experience for the customers. Really really recommended, worth visiting Hastings for Monellis alone!

Better than the pizzas I’ve had in Italy! The owners are super freindly and welcoming. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of eating here.

Perfect Puglian pizza! Delicious sourdough bases and pure simple ingredients. Best pizza I’ve had in ages, and lovely people behind the counter. Forza Monelli!

Beautiful pizza & service! The Canezzla was the best, lovely people and a fun atmosphere.