Franco Manca

LOVE it. Timed it brill as well were the only ones here! Pizzas and coffee were delicious and the staff were lovely. I don't do good pictures of the food as it is too good to let it go cold while faffing with my phone, plus it feels rude! Now if you don't mind I am still doing this review at the table at 1635 31 March 2025... And being rude on my phone at the table. Thanks

I love going Franco manca the food the service the atmosphere is absolutely brilliant. Everything is served fresh. Highly recommended

Sometimes simple is good. If you want to have a good pizza, this is the place to go. 😃

Went in for a quick bite to eat on my own after doing my shopping. Place was busy but they still found a spot for me to sit in a nice quiet spot. I took my time, didn't feel rushed and was given recommendations on my selection. The place was clean, tidy and a great atmosphere. Lucy was especially good, making me feel welcomed & valued as a one-cover diner even though I wouldn’t be bringing in the big bucks! Had a lovely experience, the pizza arrived quickly, was devoured even quicker and follow-up service was great. Lucy was a legend but the other staff were great too. Seemed to be hard, dedicated workers pulling through during a busy afternoon without letting standards slip. Thank you!

Lucy wasn’t just the best waitress at Franco Manca—she was the gold standard by which service should be measured. From the moment a customer stepped through the door, she seemed to anticipate their every need before a word was spoken. Menus in hand, water already poured, specials delivered with charm and clarity—her presence elevated a simple sourdough pizza experience into something unforgettable. She moved with seamless efficiency, navigating the floor like choreography, never once appearing flustered even in the thick of a Saturday night rush. Her memory was encyclopedic; she never wrote down an order yet never made a mistake. She remembered returning customers’ favorite dishes, dietary needs, even where they liked to sit. But more than just precision, Lucy radiated warmth. Her smile was genuine, her small talk never forced, and her ability to make people feel welcome transcended the transactional. Kids adored her, older guests trusted her recommendations implicitly, and regulars timed their visits to when she was working. In a world of competent service, Lucy was transcendent. She didn’t just serve pizza—she served joy, efficiency, and human connection on a plate.

Our favourite spot for a chilled Friday night pizza, drink and tiramisu - bustling atmosphere, quick service and the pizzas are 10x more delicious than anywhere else. I like that the menu is fairly stripped back, it makes ordering easy - but with the specials board to try something new if you fancy. Fast, cheerful and helpful service from Carlito on our latest visit! Thank you

Great food, great service (Paige and fede). Simplified pizza. You made us feel extremely welcome, but most importantly it was creative. The ambitious design of pizzas created a taste that was unforgettable. But don’t forget, you did the right thing by giving us free shots. A great experience all round.

Had an amazing experience at Franco Manca Battersea on Saturday! The pizza was absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection as always. What really made the evening stand out though was the service. Alisha was incredible – charming, attentive, and genuinely lovely. She made us feel so welcome and went above and beyond to make sure everything was just right. You can tell she really cares about her customers. We’ll definitely be back – thank you Alisha and the team for a fantastic night!

Great Prices Great Pizza Easy atmosphere. Chili oil, Garlic oil, nice wine, fresh ingredients. Always crowded, food comes quickly, and is faaaantastic. Highly recommended local spot. We'll be back... Often.

My brother told me about this place and I came by for take away one night. The restaurant was pretty busy that evening, but the worker was quick to help me and very friendly. The chef special sounded really good with sausages, but I went with the ham pizza instead, I think #6. I waited about 15 minutes for it to be ready. The pizza was delicious and light. Not covered in fatty oil like a lot of pizza in the United States. The only thing I noticed was it was still doughy as if undercooked. But my brother said that's how they are. Great value too as they are usually under £10 but can be shared or saved for a second meal.

Wanting some quick food, we stopped by Franco Manca to get a sourdough pizza for both of us. We ordered a Margherita pizza and a mixed greens salad. Both were excellent with good flavor and taste. I think the salad was under 3 pounds and the pizza was under 6 pounds. I don't think anyone can beat that. Everything was better than expected and service was fast and friendly.

Pro : Nice pizza All workers seem to be Italian which makes it feel and seem more authentic Fresh Quick Organic!!! Great prices -£6-7.95 for a pizza Cons : No delivery :( why?!! They could make more money if they offered this Limited menu... No starters, no desserts, no sodas and only about 6 different types of pizza One size only ! Should create two sizes This place is good and I will be trying again. My pizza could have benefitted from a few more slices of chorizo and a little more cheese as there where a few large gaps with just tomato sauce and bread.

Its good expensive pizza. Better than ordering from Dominos or pizza hut. Its great for kids, families, casual lunch etc. Nice decor, service is fast and friendly. The meat pizzas are very salty but besides that no complaints.

Pizza, presented with a sort of brutal efficiency- don't expect anything sodden in cheese or over stressed with toppings( although quality is key). Expect to pay about £8 per pizza. More or less always busy; popular with the Nappy Valley crowd and hip young things alike.

There's not much I can say about Franco Manca that hasn't already been said - it's a trusty mainstay which always delivers. Their model is pretty simple - one ridiculously hot oven, pretty inexpensive (£4.50 - £7.50) sourdough pizza, high turnover, and it works rather well. The Clapham branch is housed in a relatively narrow space but it extends quite far down the back so there's a decent number of tables. And, as mentioned, the staff I've run into are super Italian, adding to the whole authenticity thing. The pizza menu is limited - 6 standard options, plus two specials (one meat, one veg). I've never been disappointed by FM - ok, they're not the most generously topped pizza in the world (you're paying less here than you would for Pizza Express, people), but they're a decent size and the pizza base is excellent - the sourdough has a great texture and the heat of the oven does wonders for the crust. The toppings are simple and of good quality - the simplicity doesn't detract from the experience whatsoever. The greatest pizza in the world? No. But FM are very good at what they do and I've enjoyed their fare far more than places such as Pizza Pilgrims; at the prices they charge, I really can't complain. And on top of all of that, I rather enjoyed my espresso there too (I can't say I'm surprised). Cheap, good, and reliable, it really is one of those perfect local places. Their takeaway orders seem to be ready pretty quickly too (last time was 10 minutes at 7:30pm). Of course, all of this adds up to a single question: Why Does Domino's Exist? Discuss.

It was ok and certainly better than ordering from a local chain, but for 4 stars you have to stand a head above the crowd even just a little bit. Franco Manca did not do that for me. I ordered the wild broccoli and mozzarella with old spot sausage which is meant to be a white pizza but I asked for it to be with tomato sauce instead. It was a lot of dough and not a lot of ingredient. Very little cheese or sauce and the broccoli seemed to be chinese style with long stems that stuck out from all angles of the pizza. Spot was decent but lacked some flavour. Not good enough to solicit a comeback.

Got some very delicious pizza here, takeaway for a hungover lunch in my friend's flat. Unfortunately it wasn't hot by the time we got it home in the car, but it was still absolutely delicious. My pizza was a tomato base with some kind of hard sausage, and broccoli. The sausage was really fantastic though a bit greasy. It's massively cheap for what you get. 5-7 pounds gets you a personal pizza that will fill you up unless you're a massive pig. I'd love to come back and get some piping hot and enjoy it even more!

Best pizza I have ever had including in Tuscany and many other places around the world! Two thumbs up!

OMG!!! This is probably one of the best pizza I ever had in my life ... definitely it was the best pizza base I have ever bitten in my life: soft, tasty a masterpiece. Simple toppings...I want to go back right away ;-) they have their own beer, which is pretty cool. (be aware of the crowd.)

Great sourdough pizza, great price, they even have tumblers of wine for a couple of pounds - it's always a great night at Franco Manca's!

Excellent pizza with the right price and great service. The menu items were super interesting and delicious. Absolutely recommend!

The pizzas are very good and the prices are very cheap for the area. The food arrives quickly when compared to other pizza restaurants. The service is reasonable, but nothing to write home about.