Oi Vita Pizzeria in Islington

Always great pizza and service!

By far the best pizza I’ve had in London, and quite possible ever!

I’ve said it many times already, but as an Italian living in London for the past 15 years, Oi Vita remains not only the best pizza in London but would easily rival the top pizzerias in Italy as well. Bravi ragazzi!

Giving 5 stars is a bit of a problem...firstly because it isn't enough stars, but also because I don't want everyone to know how good this place is... UPDATE: It's 5 years later since my original review and I still call this place home on a regular basis. Simply the best.

Pizzas are incredible, we will definitely be back

Oi Vita pizzeria exceeded our expectations! The pizzas were outstanding – full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The staff was incredibly friendly and took pride in the quality of their offerings, making the experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be returning!

Oi Vita pizzería superó nuestras expectativas! Las pizzas eran excepcionales, llenas de sabor y perfectamente cocinadas. El personal fue increíblemente amable y se enorgulleció de la calidad de sus ofertas, haciendo la experiencia aún más agradable. Sin duda volveremos!

This place is amazing, great pizza made by authentic Italian team of cooks and specialists in the gastronomy industry. The service also was amazing and they treated us as part of the family, this was the amazing experience for us to have real pizza in London.

More than positive experience, to be repeated, super pizza

Excellent pizza! The chef is very creative with his specials. We wanted eat everything on the menu! Very friendly staff

Great service, friendly and funny staff. The place is small but cute and cosy. The pizza was overall good: tasty and light dough, though a bit undercooked on the inside for my taste. Tomatoes were very flavourful. Not fond of their pulled pork, but the 5 formaggi pizza was great.

Never have I ever been to anything Italian and rushed to get out. Italians don’t rush specially their meals. I came here alone on a Wednesday night sat in the very back bar corner leaving two other seats open at the bar the entire 35mins I was allowed to be there. The server was fantastic, the manager needs to slow down and stop being rude. Grabbing my food to put in a box and reaching over me to take my silverware before I was finished. Still had a half of beer. I ordered a appetizer, whole pizza and three beers. It’s not like I wasn’t spending money at their little bar.

Probably the best pizza I had in London so far. Great stuff and they wear masks. 100% recommended. (I'm Italian if that matters)

Coma aquí con amigos que viven en el lugar y han estado antes. El servicio era fantástico y la comida era excepcional. Habríamos compartido entrantes de pan de ajo y aceitunas. Cada uno tenía una pizza, hacen una gran rabia para las dietas vegetarianas / veganas y también gluten - gratis! El tirimasu de postre fue fabuloso! Recomendaría encarecidamente este restaurante

Really great at everything it does. I want to keep coming back to try other pizzas.

My favourite place in town. Top quality produce and ingredients.

Con ganas de pizza, buscamos entre las diferentes aplicaciones y dimos con Pizzeria O Vita. Pizzas de verdad, en nuestro caso, una pareja pedimos la Pizza de mortadela con pistachos, una locura de buena, muy recomendable, al pedirla en casa llegó un poco tibia y con la base no rígida, lo que dificulta un poco al comertela, los bordes gruesosLa otra pizza, Pizza de tomate seco con jamón, igual de buena pero menos sorprendente. Todo lo comentado la pizzas son 18 euros aprox cada una.

Really good pizza, very kind service and a nice atmosphere

Me and my other half went for date night. Francisco made our night one to remember and we will definitely return for him first, then the food. THE best pizza place in London. I'm very iffy when it comes to food so I went with the plan to just order a margarita cause I didn't want to offend any Italians by making substitute requests, the host was able to ease that and I got to enjoy the best perma ham with buffalo mozzarella I've ever had. You will see us again!

I had an amazing experience at Oi Vita in Canonbury! The food was simply fantastic—honestly, the best pizza I’ve had in London. Every bite was a perfect balance of flavors, and you can really tell they use top-quality ingredients. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed evening. What really made the night special, though, was the host. They brought so much humour to the evening, keeping us laughing throughout the meal. It added a homely, personal touch to the whole experience, making it more than just a great dinner—it was a memorable night out. Highly recommend 👌🏾

Esta pizza es increíble porque está hecha con amor y cuidado. La masa es increíble y te deja una sensación de ligereza y sin embargo llena, las coberturas son increíblemente sabrosas y el servicio inigualable.

Wonderful experience as a whole including foods, staffs, environment and passion. Using three different flours for pizza dough, you can feel it is airy and flavorful. Key to Neopolitan pizza dough is light and pliable without being fully collapsible. Oi Vita Pizzeria achieves that very well. Toppings are also creative and carries textures and flavor contrasts amazingly. Pork belly, summer capricciosa (artichoke cream with burrata) and margherita are all recommended. Attention to details are noticeable when you see them lift up all the pizzas to ensure nothing is burnt below and keep take out or delivery in warming box/container. Friendly and welcoming staffs are above and beyond where they truly make the experience memorable.

Far away the best pizza that you can find in London! The dough is completely mind blowing! Super tasty and incredibly light! Service was excellent as well, friendly and very welcoming! 5 starts seems not enough for this restaurant! ⭐️

Fast 50 Jahre habe ich gebraucht, um eine so leckere Pizza zu essen wie diese hier. Nebst der super Pizza war aber auch die Bedienung super freundlich und sehr zuvorkommend. Der Pizzateig war super luftig geschmacklich sehr gut und die verwendeten Zutaten von sehr hoher Qualität. Auch das Aussehen war genial.

Phenomenal - wonderful staff and equally great pizza. Grazie!

Oi Vita is great, as always the best pizza, with great variety for vegetarians and vegans. They really make you feel like home. A great experience. I can't wait to try all the new pizzas!

Delicious pizza, good wine. The staff was really helpful and pleasant. It is a small place and reservation is needed, worth to try

Well, for once, I hadn’t checked the TA or google reviews before I dined. One of our adult children has moved from Australia to Newington Green, and I had remembered from the previous visit, that our Airbnb lady had highly recommended this restaurant. So tonight, left to our own devices sans progeny, my husband and I visited. Wow. Just wow. We frequent some amazing pizzerias in Sydney, but this was totally up there. The lightest dough. Everything… the pizzas, the topping, the glorious wine, the gelato and sorbet….Delicious. And Francesco, our waiter, what a gem! We had the most delightful time. And then I came back to this visit’s Airbnb, open TA to write a sincerely appreciative review, and find that the world got here before me. Please, just let us be able to get a dinner booking next time. A wonderful experience all round. Many, many thanks

Was greeted with a warm welcome. Lots of classic and unique options, I went for the pizza with a creamed scapece courgette base and caciocavallo cheese. It was amazing, as expected. The quality and flavours here is 10/10. Service flawless, prices about average. Definitely one of the best pizza restaurants in London, authentically Italian.

One of the best pizzas I’ve ever had in my life. Seriously, the dough is perfect. The service is so efficient and warm. People, please do you a favour and visit this place!

Amazing food, so glad I found here - one of the best pizzas I’ve had. Service was amazing, we were served by a young guy who explained the menu to us and was super attentive without being in your face. Wine was nice and good value. The pizzas were sooo good - you could really tell the ingredients were fresh and it was fun how they had the classics and a few experimental options - eg the veg pizza wasn’t just a basic one. Loved the vibe inside and will deffo be back!!

Small but very welcoming place, light pizza, my girlfriend and I ate 3, obviously we divided them. Francesco served us all the time, very kind and friendly, he recommended one of the Special pizzas and I must tell you that he wasn't wrong. If you are in the North London area, stop by, you won't regret it 5⭐️

This is our to-go pizza. We have tried so many flavours and they are always amazing!

I recently had an incredible experience at a charming little pizza place that felt like a hidden gem. From the moment I walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere made me feel right at home. The authentic, rustic decor set the stage for what would be a memorable meal. Mateo, the owner, greeted me with a genuine smile ,and chat ,The pizza was perfection—crispy crust, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of seasoning, gives you the feeling that you’re in Italy Mateo’s passion for his craft was evident in every bite. It was more than just a meal; it was an experience that celebrated the art of pizza-making. I’ll definitely be returning!with my hungry friends 😋

Best pizza in Islington, I am from Italy.

I love everything that is Italian, and here I found the best pizza. A proper Italian taste. And the best tiramisu ever. Well done guys!!! I can't do more than one review because I would do so much ❤️

Best pizza in London by far! Had it two weeks ago and still think about it all the time. Brilliant vegetarian options too, really enjoyed the whole experience & would recommend to everyone !

This pizza was incredible I'm definitely going to come back for more

Excellent spot. I found myself in the area for a few nights, and dined twice on my own at Oi Vita. The staff was always welcoming, friendly and attentive. The pizza is really, really good. I tried a Scapece pizza from the "special" menu the first time, and a classic Cosacca the second time. I am usually not a fan of pizzas with too many condiments, or weird combinations, but the Scapece was as good and as perfectly executed as the Cosacca. The ingredients on the pizzas are excellent but don't be fooled, the real star here are the dough and the perfectly on point cooking. Neapolitan pizza can be floppy and undercooked even at high end or very popular pizzerias, in London as in Italy. Not here. The guys at Oi Vita served me two perfect pies each time. The vibes are just right, and made me feel back at home in Italy. The only shame is that I don't live locally, so I can't go there every week! Will be back soon though. Good selection of vegan pizzas on the menu, which is a great thing to see.

Visited Oi Vita Pizzeria for my partner birthday, for some authentic Italian pizza and left beyond satisfied! The pizzas were generously sized, bursting with flavor, and cooked to perfection. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Prices were reasonable, especially considering the quality of food and service. Don't forget to try their cocktails, they're a must! Overall, a fantastic dining spot that I highly recommend to anyone craving delicious pizza and great vibes. Five stars all the way! We will definitely try the take away aswell😊. *18/08/2024 - we tried our first take away and it did not disappoint. The quality of the pizza was the same as if it were brought out from the kitchen to your table in the restaurant. It might be seen as “more expensive” but the quality is 5* better than that from one of the big chain pizza restaurants and this is why, you’re paying for quality authentic Italian pizza 👌 PS the selection of mayonnaise sauces are so good!

Locale piccolo ma affollato.Staff giovane e molto preparato.Servizio veloce.Vasta scelta di pizze.Vini ottimi.Gestione italiana.+7 consiglio vivamente per assaggiare una pizza che non vi deluderà.

Fantastic Pizza! Had the Calzone with Italian Sausage. Loved it! The ricotta used in the stuffing (which is often an ingredient that IMO, can easily become very grainy when cooked) was superb. It was horrendously creamy, and was the perfect ingredient to stuff a pizza with... Loved it! Can't recommend this place enough... Would be a great for 'Date Night'

Wowowow think i found my favourite pizza spot in london! came across it whilst looking for a place on a rainy thursday and it best decision we made. amazing staff and food…will be coming back 100%

Pizza came cold don’t order for delivery

Love this place , amazing pizza great atmosphere and best staff , who I class as good friends. Will not eat pizza from any other place

Best pizza in london. Capricciosa is banging time and time again. Marta and her team always give 11/10 service!

As an Italian I can only say one thing: WOW

Our new favourite pizza. Amazing pizzas on the menu, all customizable. Delicious. Great service.

Ordered pizzas with home delivery, fast service, arrived even before the booked slot. And consider that we are in an Airbnb in London. Neapolitan-style pizza with crust and fresh ingredients. The taste of real Italian pizza as made in Italy in London, what more could you want on holiday? Thanks to the boy who delivered it to us by bike, kind and helpful and very friendly. Thank you Oivita for giving us a typical evening like at home.

From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and friendly atmosphere. The staff is attentive and welcoming, making you feel right at home. But the real star of the show is the pizza. Every pizza I've tried is just perfect. The dough is light and airy, providing the perfect base for a variety of fresh and flavorful toppings. You can really taste the difference that fresh, high-quality produce makes. The two special pizza that we tried were just amazing. Another highlight is the cooking method. The pizzas are baked to perfection, with a crisp, golden crust that’s never too heavy or greasy. It's clear that the chefs here take great pride in their craft. Overall, Oi Vita is a gem. If you're looking for a place that consistently delivers delicious, light, and flavorful pizza, look no further. Highly recommended.

As in Italian living in London this is the only place where I come when I really want to feel at home. The pizza here is without a doubt the best Ive had in London, and I have tried a ton of places. I would suggest everyone comes here if they get the chance.

Great pizza and great atmosphere

Got a delivery - two long dark hairs in pizza. PS: Update, restaurant called immediately and were really really apologetic, and wanted to really make sure we knew that there were diligent and that we had received a refund - so 10/10 for customer service! PPS: Also for context, I have eaten in the restaurant before and they were lovely so this must have just been an oversight!

Excellent pizza and very friendly service.

Amazing pizza, great atmosphere, and friendly service. Keep up up the good work!

No gluten free food. Disappointing

I fell in love with this cafe for the low price tag for delicious dishes. Simple, but satisfying. It has comfortable furniture, comfortable light and courteous staff. I come here when I get tired of the frills and want something homemade, Russian, native.

This place is so great. The service particularly. Our table was slightly late being ready and the staff couldn’t be more apologetic (even though it was totally fine) and brought us free focaccia. There was no pressure to leave once we were done. Pizzas were also delicious!

The pizza is good the it's SO expensive.

Excellent pizza and always busy which is a great sign. The pizzas are more Neapolitan style so they're thin and crispy with high quality toppings. Any of their pizzas with hot honey are a great pick.

Great place ! Super tasty pizza and amazing atmosphere =)

By far the nicest pizzas in the area. Really good value for the quality and service is always friendly and quick.

This place definitely deserves 5 stars! The pizza is probably the best I’ve had in London, with gorgeous fluffy dough and beautiful toppings. A perfect range of meat, vegetarian and vegan pizzas to choose from. When we arrived they said their garlic bread is a must have and they weren’t wrong, one to try! To top the overall experience, our server was wonderful and had such lovely energy and very attentive.

Best pizza we’ve ordered in ages, fast polite delivery as well!

Went on a Thursday it was pretty busy! So make sure you book if you’re going near the weekend. Worth sorting though because the pizzas great! House white isn’t half bad either ;)

Ola ! One of the best Mexican place for tacos in London, must visit

Best pizza i have had in a long time, service is excellent too. Small place so probably best to book to avoid disappointment.

Good food, and very friendly atmosphere and staff 👌

Arguably the best pizza in North London

This is one of the best pizzerias in London. It’s authentic and that shines through in the food and the service. It feels homely and the staff welcome you as if you’re family. The pizza is something like a Neapolitan with a little more crunch and not so much flop. It’s difficult to put into words the style but it’s absolutely brilliant!

We went to this pizzeria over the weekend. Great pizza and great atmosphere with staff very friendly! The deconstructed pistachio tiramisu was also delicious! Will definitely come back!

The service was so attentive that they anticipated our every desire. Marta and Alessia are great! The special pizzas are great and the garlic bread and the desserts were definitely worth getting. We will be back!!

The best pizza in London by a stretch!

A great great for my birthday from our friend Andrew and Vita. Located in north London not far from the mighty Arsenal, this small, restaurant is the real deal for pizzas. Friendly, efficient staff were busy serving diners and takeaway orders. The restaurant was buzzing and the staff attentive and friendly. The pizzas are hand made in full view with a great range of toppings and taste great. No surprise that they won the 2023 London Pizza restaurant of the year, well deserved. They make the best tasting pizza I have had since I visited Milan some years ago. Forget the rest and book with the best, you will enjoy the experience.

Absolutely amazing! Starting from the service and welcome of the guys, in particular Marta, who with her smile, advice, helpfulness and experience managed to make our dinner special! Are we talking about pizzas? SPECTACULAR, from the first bite you recognize the pleasures of eating well, of the quality of the product, of the perfection of the balance of flavours! With a perfect shape and impeccable cooking! Not to mention the desserts and the classic Neapolitan pastiera, a pleasure for the palate. Unfortunately I had to share it with my boyfriend hahaha The atmosphere is very welcoming. Simple but refined, a small corner of Italy in this English city. On the walls you will be able to pick up some information on the history of the place, and the spirit of the restaurant itself. Well what can I say? I CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK TO OI VITA! Thank you all so much! ❤️❤️❤️

The service was incomparable! The manager, Francesco, treated us like we were the most important people ever. Best pizza in London, and the best people on top of that!!

Best pizzas in London! And the local is cozy and with well equipped toilets hahaha. Service 10/10. Highly recommend ☺️

Beautiful experience here! Pizza was amazing, recommend the 5 formaggi (italian approved), the waitress Marta was so nice and friendly!

5-stars all round for this authentic pizzeria! The base of the pizza was just spectacular. This cozy family run restaurant has definitely a must visit, especially if you’re vegan as they had a huge selection and not just the token marinara. Very friendly service from all staff members especially the owner. Extra marks for the spotless toilets!!!

Lovely and friendly place where you can find good quality pizza - the Italian way. The place itself is quite small so be sure to book in advance (they have an online booking system too) but the atmosphere is nice and very “italian”. Vegan and vegetarian options can be found in the menu and there is a selection of good desserts (we had tiramisu). If anyone is interested they are not dog friendly due to limited space.

Went to Oi vita for dinner with some friends. Great atmosphere and food, the best pizza place in London!!

Top pizza Great service Tx Marta ! Our favourite place Grazie mille I don’t know what else to write to reach 100 characters

Fantastic staff and by far the best Pizza I’ve had. Better than in Milano!

Georgia was a pleasure. Also the food was MOLTO BUONO *Italian hands*

Ordered a pickup and was ready in 10mins! Even though it was a busy Friday. Pizza was incredible! Staff were so friendly. Thank you

So delicious. Authentic ingredients, Napoli style. You MUST try the pistachio ice cream…& coconut.

People talk a lot about the best pizza in London. The name Oi Vita Pizzeria is criminally under mentioned. Best pizza in London without a doubt. The pork belly and hot honey pizza is unmatched, as is the tiramisu. Portion sizes are generous and the service great.

Wonderful friendly, knowledgeable (mainly) Italian team. Delicious pizzas and great environment. Our 3-year old toddler enjoyed her pizza and staff very accommodating. A real credit and will go again.

Amazing staff and wonderful Italian pizza!

Best pizza in town, nicest staff as well

Great experience. Great welcome and delicious pizzas! We feasted. Many thanks for your welcome. Too bad you are so far from us... (we come from Belgium😉).

Very light dough and refined and excellent quality toppings, kind and attentive service to all your needs. Super recommended!

The pizza came quickly. The server was friendly and efficient. The dough was thin, crispy and tasty. The tomato sauce was enjoyable and was at about the right quantity. The toppings and cheese were not plentiful but sufficient. The pizza overall was very enjoyable. My one complaint is that I think it is overpriced. This moves it from 5 stars to 4 stars.

Impasto leggerissimo e condimenti ricercati e di ottima qualità, servizio gentile e attento a tutte le esigenze. Super consigliato!

Favourite date night spot. Lively, bright, impeccable vibes, charismatic waitstaff, the best Italian pizza! My favourite is the pork belly :)

My favourite pizza spot in LDN. So yummy, so affordable, and lots of fun toppings. Gr8 drinks & tiramisu too!

Delicious pizza and super friendly service. We loved our dinner here and can’t wait to be back!

My girlfriend and I live very close to it and it's honestly the best pizza we've ever had. The restaurant is always packed, which is a good sign, and the staff are lovely

Absolutely great pizza. Nothing to be said about, big, fresh ingredients, large menu, delightful flavour. Great service and atmosphere. Only remark is the high prices for pizzas, we are on a upward end here, considered the area. However, if you are looking for quality, that's a good place to eat.

Incredible pizza!! I want to eat here everyday, and the basil mayo is incredible