Tanto Pizzeria

Tanto Pizzeria offers hands down the best pizza—not just in Pondicherry, but arguably in all of India. The authenticity and deliciousness are unmatched; I’ve never had a pizza that truly touches your soul the way theirs does. The masala chicken pizza and fantasy pizza were worth every penny, packed with bold, exciting flavors that delighted every bite. The fish and chips were also excellent—crispy, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. Every dish bursts with incredible flavors that linger on your palate long after the meal—I can still taste it even after a week. This place truly crafts pizzas and dishes that stay with you, and I would love to visit again. Definitely a must-visit when you are in Auroville!

We stopped by at Tanto’s on the way to Auroville and it was absolutely worth it. The pizzas and beverages served here are top notch. A must visit place if you’re in Pondicherry!

Tanto Pizzeria is among the best wood baked Pizzerias in & around Pondy. Has enough car parking space & now also has an alternative dining area with A/C.

Tanto Pizzeria: Good, But Overrated ​I recently tried the large Mediterranean pizza at Tanto Pizzeria and found it to be a decent, but not a standout experience. The overall impression was that while the pizza was good, it didn't quite live up to the hype surrounding the restaurant. ​The pizza's crust was one of its more notable features. It was impressively thin and soft, providing a pleasant base for the toppings. The cheese and vegetables were also excellent—fresh, flavorful, and generously applied. However, the experience was slightly marred by the overcooked and burnt edges of the crust, which detracted from the enjoyment of each slice. ​While the pizza was enjoyable overall, it didn't justify the high praise the restaurant often receives. It was a perfectly fine meal, but it didn't leave a lasting impression or make me feel that it was a must-visit spot. For a simple and tasty pizza, Tanto Pizzeria gets the job done, but it falls short of being a truly exceptional culinary destination.

Great quality of cheese and pesto sauce, considering the restaurant is in India and obtaining good ingredients is challenging. The Spinach Tortellini and Greek Salad were amazing! The pizza (Vegetarian) could have had more vegetables, sauce and Mozzarella cheese. There was too much Ricotta cheese (squeezed) on top of the baked layer of cheese. I loved the whole wheat bread that accompanied the salad- it tasted fresh and homemade.

Great Food, Terrible Service by Supervisor Tanto Pizzeria looked like a lively, happening place — until I encountered the disappointing behavior of the supervisor, Mr. John. Right from the start, he tried to upsell by pushing us toward the AC section, and when I declined, he reluctantly gave us the menu. When I asked for soup, he said it would take time — I agreed — but then suddenly claimed soups weren’t available. It felt like he simply didn’t want to take the order. I finally ordered a Masala Chicken Pizza, which was delicious, and later chicken soup, but he cheated by giving two full portions, saying they were half each. When I asked the manager for a dessert recommendation, after some hesitation, he suggested the Tiramisu, which was actually quite good. To make matters worse, I ordered iced tea, which John ignored and never served, yet it appeared on my bill. Overall, the food was great but the service was unacceptable. The supervisors need serious training in customer handling — or should be replaced if the management cares about maintaining the restaurant’s reputation. Just throw him out..

We visited Tanto Pizzeria for dinner, even though it was a weekday the cafe was full. We ordered a couple of pizzas and french fries with coke. The wood fired pizza was cooked well with fresh ingredients and tasted delicious. They have a unique variety of veg and non veg pizza menu. French fries were superb crispy and tasted amazing with dip. The service was quite late, other than that definitely a must try cafe in auroville.

We had Sea Food World and Margherita pizzas. Both were very delicious. Servers were very polite and were checking with is about our food and needs. Restaurant is just on the side of the road. So it’s dusty and looks dirty. Though the servers cleaned our cable very well. Parking is for 5-6 cars and little tight.