Vesuvio Pizzeria Napoletana

This place honestly surprised me in a very good way. Even though it’s small, the pizzas were way better than expected. Thin crust, true Italian style, and packed with flavor. The taste, freshness, and overall quality really caught us off guard. The vibe is nice and laid-back, nothing fancy, just good energy. One thing to keep in mind is that it’s pretty much self-service, you do most of it yourself but once the pizza hits the table, all is forgiven. At the end of the day, the flavor is what matters, and these pizzas deliver. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to many times. This one is legit.

Dough was soft and crisp, mozzarella was incredibly fresh. My only complaint with the food is the sauce could use a little more flavor. Small cute spot with minimal parking, indoor and outdoor seating.

This is by far the best pizza in all of Atlanta. No question. I have been eating here since I moved to Kennesaw in 2022, and I can not attest to the quality enough. Massimo is the most gracious business owner I have ever met and has trained his staff so well on making the perfect Neapolitan pizza. I'm from Long Island, and I have eaten at all the typical spots in Atlanta, but Vesuvio is in a class of its own. Make the drive, it's worth it. Also, the lunch special is the best deal ever!

I googled Best Margherita Pizza near me and there’s a reason why Vesuvio popped up first! Very very delicious with fresh ingredients! We ordered to go which was easy via their page. We will return ASAP! Outstanding crew 👏🏼 🍕

Have had a lot of pizza in my life (much of which is Neapolitan style) and this place hangs with the best of places. Taratufa and diavola *add ricotta were great. Not much atmosphere but quick service inside.

I love ❤️ Vesuvio Pizzeria 🍕Napoletana!! Authentic pizza that tastes so good 😊 . The family who owns this business are incredible and generous people. A family business with the support of the local community is more of what we need. The restaurant is clean, cozy, and great for small gatherings or quick business meeting. Thank you so much Vesuvio Pizzeria for making my Bday so special, you and the staff deserve 5 ⭐️Stars!! 👏👏👏Everytime I eat here, I’m never disappointed. Fresh Pizza straight from a brick oven made in Naples, 🇮🇹!! If you want quality and freshness with real ingredients, I recommend Vesuvio Pizza Napoletana in Kennesaw, GA they are The Best Pizza in town! 🐴 FH—>

We ordered takeout and while the pizza was a little underwhelming, the Lasagna was AMAZING. Truly one of my favorite lasagna dishes I’ve ever had. My wife enjoyed her pizza it I thought the spicy pepperoni pizza was a little disappointing (and not at all spicy). The staff was very friendly and seem like a fun group when I went in to grab our pizzas. The pizza oven is also really cool (see pics). All in all, I give Vesuvius a very positive rating g because the ingredients definitely seemed fresh and everything homemade/from scratch.

AMAZING PIZZA!!! I ordered a large Porcellina pizza last night via DoorDash and was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the food tasted. The wood fired oven makes a ever so slightly charred crispy crust on the bottom and perfectly chewy above. Super rare combination. The toppings were higher quality than most places as well. Will absolutely be ordering from Vesuvio Pizzeria Napoletana again.

This is a very unassuming pizzeria nestled in a small borough of Kennesaw. From the outside is doesn't look like much. On the inside it's a quaint dining area with a parlor style, very simple chairs and tables. You've got full view of their pizza oven which is engraved with Vesuvio on the front. Sparsely decorated with vintage and photos reminiscent of Napoli Italy. They host Neapolitan style pizza which includes simple and fresh ingredients and a thin crust making it easy to fold a piece of their pies together to prevent spills. There is a small fridge with drinks on the side. You go up to the counter, grab a menu and tell the cashier/hostess what you want and you pay right at the counter. Tipping is optional. We ordered the margherita and porcillina pies. The first had all the expected toppings. I really liked the taste of the fresh mozzarella and they didn't heavily sauce it so it was a delicate balance. Topped with marzano tomatoes and basil was so delicious. The second was topped with Italian sausage and spicy salami. Just a slow heat that wasn't overpowering which I really liked. The crust on both were very evenly cooked, a wonderful blend of chewy and crispy. I also didn't feel like these pies were heavy. They didn't weigh down your stomach afterwards. I was also eyeing their homemade bruschetta which I think I would try next. The prices here were also quite good, no higher than 16 dollars making an affordable night out. The simplicity and freshness of the food makes it worthwhile to visit and try for yourself!

Pizzeria Vezuviana is very good, and in a great location. The dough is light and well balanced, with a clean bake and quality ingredients. Everything is done properly and stays true to the Neapolitan style. It's also about a five-minute walk from the train station, which makes it a great option if you're short on time and want a reliable, classic pizza without going far. Solid execution, even if it didn't quite stand out compared to some of the top spots in the city.

Charming place ! We passed diners sitting outside...It was a nice evening and very inviting--why didn't we sit outside!? Ok, next time! Nice decor inside! Loved it. I didn't like that we had to order from the counter. But, I got over it ! We found seats then ordered. We had bruschetta and pizza. Amazing! I usually like a thicker crust... But I think I changed my mind. It was delicious. The pizza oven they have is quite beautiful . Everyone was super nice. FYI, we tried to order pizza on a Sunday evening. They were sold out! What? What? Yes I tell you they were sold out. That's how good it is ! Ciao and chow down.

Kylie provided absolutely excellent customer service and recommendations! The ingredients are fresh and seeing your build your own pizzas (one for me and precious son) go into the wood fire oven right in front of you (by the chef who was also very friendly) was nothing less than beautiful. A few minutes later freshly boxed up to go for our lazy Saturday afternoon/evening to indulge watching college basketball and NFL football games! Ambiance is very nice inside as well as outside. Will definitely be back for more!! Bravo Zulu is deserved here!

I'll drop a five star on them. Stopped in on a mid week evening. Comfortable outside seating. Had a couple of decent beers, wine was nothing special but good enough. Margherita pizza was amazing. Crust was perfect and so flavorful, loved the basil on top. What was really amazing was the affordable price. I guess they can do this with no frills service and I am fine with that. Great value, great price.

We finally found a place that brings us memories of our favorite depot back home. The brick oven pizza and authentic taste is so yummy. The service is great and the food is even better. Its a nice place to go with the family or a group. Its your mom and pop feel. Delicious.

Vesuvio's is our go to neighborhood Pizzeria! Small, cozy, clean, authentic Italian with an outstanding staff. Fantastic pizza, with a nice selection of other Italian favorites. Give the cannolis a try as well. We love them!

Amazing brick oven pizza. Fast friendly service. I came in on a business trip, called them and they had my pizza ready to go. It was oh-so-good. Very down to earth ambiance parking isn't bad. Didn't try anything else, but if you're looking for some pie in Atlanta area, you can't go wrong here.

Italy pizza was delish!!!! The place caters to carry out. Super busy. We dined in which was super loud, super busy, flies, paper plates and water in the center to help yourself. Price for Salad and a pizza was very reasonable. The salad had fresh parmesan thinly sliced and just the right about of dressing. The pizza dough was fresh and definitely home made. We ordered the Pompeii and we enjoyed the fresh mozzarella and basil! do wish there was more basil and a side of red sauce would Have made it 5 stars. We read about this place and came to try just the pizza. It was delicious might want to sit Outside in cooler weather. Inside was super Hot with the oven.

Delicious Neapolitan pizzas! + Ambiance is friendly small pizzeria in downtown Kennesaw. Vesuvio has a Napoli themed indoor DR and an outdoor patio. +++. Food is Neapolitan pies which were the 2nd best pizzas I've had around Atlanta metro. We tried Capricciosa and Bufalina and both were delicious! Their pizze are single or about 10-12" personal size. The dough was perfectly charred, soft and chewy and nothing was over salted. They actually serve buffalo cheese on Margarita called Bufalina (unlike the place that starts with A* mixes it with cheaper cheeses). Both pizzas were well executed with balanced toppings by a chef who knows Neapolitan pizze. ++. Price is reasonable in the teens and is a good quality to value. It is refreshing to find a solid alternative to those over priced Neapolitan pizza joints around Atlanta. There is an additional fee, a few % for credit-cards, however, VPN does NOT disclose this until after your card has been charged! They NEED to disclose it upfront rather than surprising their customers! +++. Service is cheerful, friendly and prompt. You need to order at the counter next to the entrance, pay and then they will deliver your pies to your table. ++. Parking is free in a shared lot. Food is 5* all the way but had to take1* star off for their card fee SurpriSe. Even so, VPN is definitely worthy of repeats :). Enjoy!

Pizzas were extremely wet/soggy, dough was underbaked, way too much cheese to be Naples-style pizza, both pizzas were unbalanced and soupy. Won't be back.

Very good for what it is, I like the personal sized pizzas and they really quick. I would definitely recommend.

Excellent pizza!! True Italian style pizza and sandwich's. Pizza is cooked in a wood fire oven, only takes a few minutes. Crust light, airy, with just the right amount of char and sparsely sauced. Staff were friendly and the inside is nicely done. Will definitely be going back.

Food: 2 Service:2 Ambiance:1 My hubby and I have been searching high and low for GOOD pizza! I'm not sure how we missed this awesome place in our own city!!! We ordered pizza and bruschetta! Both were delicious! I even ate the crust and that's saying something! We will definitely be back!

Cute little place that feels very coastal Italy. Can get a bit loud inside. The only weird thing is the television that shows not an aesthetic travel documentary of Naples but what looks like a GoPro on top of some tourist's head so that it kind of bounces and shows weirdly unattractive parts of the city. So random! But, the inside and outside are sooo cute and photogenic, and the patio is super quaint and inviting. This is a counter-service place. The pizzas are good coming out of that beautifully tiled pizza oven. Do not miss the burrata pizza!!!! Holy cow! Also, I'm honestly so picky about cannolis, but theirs are divine! They even let me pick up a dozen for a party I was hosting. We'll probably be regulars here!

This was an unexpected gem !! What looks to be a family quiet diner filled up all tables around dinner time. We started with one order of pizza but ended up finishing two. It reminds me of pizzas from rome, Italy, more sauce , ingredients slide off (good thing!!) and was just so delicious. It's no frills, you order at the counter and they bring it to you. Parking spots around the restaurant and nice outdoor seating We will be back !

We were travelling through Kennesaw and stopped at Vesuvio for dinner. We love Neapolitan-style pizza and were excited to give it a try. We ordered the Bruschetta Con Burrata, Caesar salad, Margherita pizza, and Capricciosa pizza. Everything was delicious. The Caesar salad was lightly dressed which I prefer but it did need a hit of salt and pepper. The bruschetta was amazing and although I really enjoyed both pizzas, the winner between the two for me was the Margherita. Service was excellent - everyone was so nice and helpful. It has a small dining room, but this made cozy and felt "family-style" which was nice. We struck up conversations with two different couples sitting nearby. Great atmosphere, service, and food.

I visited this pizza place in Kennesaw today and now appreciate its stellar 4.7 review. The pizza was outstanding. Although white pizza is typically my preference, the Margherita was a pleasant surprise. Having sampled numerous good pizza places, I can confidently recommend this one as a standout. The atmosphere was nice and the pricing wasn't bad either. I think it was $30 for two pizzas and a drink. The service was really good too!

Absolutely delicious pizza, with a casual cool vibe. Service has always been great. Would definitely recommend!

I have only visited once but felt like have been several times. The pizza was delicious with fresh and hot ingredients!

Great pizza and a reasonable price. The atmosphere is not great; it's a little tight and noisy. As mentioned, the pizza really is quite good. It'd be nice if they used organic ingredients, but that is rare these days so no knock on them really. Service is friendly and prompt.

Arguably the best pizza I've had in the U.S. So I grew up in Europe in a country heavily influenced by Italian culture, almost every pizza restaurant had a wood fire brick oven so I'm pizza picky I've also been to Italy a several times, so I have high expectations. A friend lives in Kennesaw and we were craving pizza so we tried it out and oh my gosh am I glad we did. Inside you'll be greeted with a smile and a greeting by the owner/head shelf. I feel terrible for forgetting his name, but he's from Napoli. Along with the smile, there's several several other comforts of feeling right at home in an Italian/european pizzeria. There's an Italian soccer jersey hanging on the wall, there's Italian music playing in the background, you can see the wood fire brick oven and watch your pizza being made, all incredible touches. The pizza is to die for. It's everything you want from a neapolitan pizza, and quite literally from the hands of a Napoli native. I usually go for the margarita. In my opinion, if your sauce and mozzarella are both high quality, a margarita is all you need. And boy is this amazing. The sauce is well flavored, and blends perfectly with the fresh mozzarella. Don't quote me on this but I think I remember hearing they import a lot of their ingredients are imported, which makes sense. I have had their Diablo as well and it's also stellar (sorry forgot to photograph that one). They've got all the toppings you'd want, olive oil, oregano, salt & pepper, chili flakes, and Parmesan cheese. I've since moved out of state but any time I have a craving for Neapolitan style pizza, vesuvio is what I crave!

This is an amazing pizza restaurant. The place is impeccably clean and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. We've been to all the hyped up wood fired pizza places in Atlanta and Vesuvio is better than all of them. It's worth a drive if you're looking for a great pizza place!

Best pizza in the neighborhood. Top ingredients, craft preparation, thin crust, nice people.

Excellent pizzza, , plus a wonderful Ravioli. The owner was so friendly, and very nice to me and my daughter. Great place, very casual!

We had the margherita pizza and it was very authentic. Lite crust and well balanced and we added sliced Italian sausage for added flavors. Nice cozy seating area and just up the street from an amazing ice cream stop.

Great pizza and dessert. I would highly recommend this restaurant in downtown Kennesaw

My wife and I decided to try Vesuvio Pizzeria Napoletana this evening for dinner. What we found was Margherita Pizza Paradise :) We ordered Rucola Salad - Arugula topped with shaved parmesan, cherry tomatoes, and a lemon dressing. Margherita Pizza - San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, and olive oil. We have tried Margherita Pizza's at about a dozen places in Atlanta including Campania in Milton, Varuni Napoli in midtown and Antico at Avalon and Vesuvio's Margherita Pizza is better than all of them or any other place we have tried in the metro Atlanta area. The tomatoes/sauce are absolutely a perfect blend of sweetness/saltiness and the crust was amazing as well , so light and airy with the slightest char and with just the right amount of crispness/firmness throughout! The Rucola salad was excellent as well and has a nice light lemony dressing and everything in the salad was very fresh Even though they were really busy we had our food really quick (probably about 6 to 7 minutes or so after ordering and the pizza was perfectly cooked! If you love Margherita Pizza you have to try Vesuvio Pizzeria Napoletana !

Overall outstanding! Opted for the build your own pizza. Rose sauce, truffle oil garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, and mushrooms....yum! Hot and ready in 10-15 minutes. Great service and in a super cute area! Go and get cha some!

Super good pizza! I came here twice. I ordered online and then later ate in store. Both experiences were wonderful and pizza absolutely delicious!

I love this place. They are professional and my stylist is great. I have gone there twice and will definitely go back again.

By FARRRR the best pizza in Kennesaw. Excellent service - high quality food / ingredients Large variety of authentic pizza cooked in a 1,500 degree Firestone oven. Absolutely incredible place to eat. This is the only place we will be getting from now on. Enjoyed the environment as well. Great family place. The cannoli is incredible too, best I've ever had.

Sat in the restaurant for 40 mins waiting for my pizza (which only takes a few minutes). Place maybe only 20% capacity. I watched 10 other people walk in, order, get their food, and walk out while I was waiting. If you're hungry and want your food shortly after you order it, go somewhere else.

Champagne comes from Champagne France; Tequila generally from Jalisco, Mexico, and a Neapolitan pizza is from Naples, Italy of course, unless you managed to get your license or came from Naples which is Vesuvio clearly managed. Over the course of two days I ordered three pizzas and a salad for myself and family. Each time I used the online ordering application which was fairly quick. By the time I got there the pizzas were done. The pies were like papa made them from Naples. Just lovely leopard print doughy dough and flavorful sauce, not too thick. I didn't stay to dine in but it looked like there was good seating inside or out. Staff were friendly. I would come again the next time I'm in Kennesaw.

Amazing Margherita pizza. Service was great and the food came out quick. Nice order at the counter spot that is perfect for a quick lunch.

My rating is due to a lack of gluten free options and the price point, so I'll admit upfront that it isn't a completely fair review. PIzza, pasta, bread, are not conducive to the celiac life, however some options would be nice; I had Buffalo Mozzarella with Parma Prosciutto and a salad as an option. I'm used to it, just wish I didn't need to be, which brings me to the price point. If I'm going to pay $16 for cheese and prosciutto, without the bread, I expect a lot more of it. Cute place, friendly people, and the pizza was well enjoyed by my companions, just not a place for gluten free.

I have this habit of searching out the best pizza spot in any city I'm in. Was happy to land on this place. Pretty quick pickup order but man that was a great pizza. Last time I had pizza this good I was in NY. The pizza dough pretty much melts and the sauce is indescribably good. Only thing that sucks is that I live 1.5 hrs away from this place. Will try again the next time I get the chance.

Enjoyed this first visit. Didn't realize they take reservations (it's very small inside, so reservations are a good idea). I got the Porcellina, minus salami. Wife got the Vegeteriana & liked. Plenty to bring home. It was a chilly night & the door opens & closes a lot so the pizza cooled quickly. The drink situation was a mixed bag: wine for $7 a glass - I've seen much worse; peach or lemon tea (no non-flavored options) for $3.50 - a bit high; sodas for $2/can. We chose to fill small cups from the big water container in center of restaurant. Give it a try. We'd probably go more if it was closer.

Best Italian Pizzeria in Kennesaw hands down. This quant little establishment is tucked away in downtown Kennesaw, but is well worth the visit. Seating is available on the covered patio outside, or inside at a handful of tables with clear views to the traditional Italian wood fired pizza oven. Ordering is done at the front counter with food brought to the table afterwards. Drink options include a few delicious imported Italian teas as well as your basic sodas. The bruschetta is fantastic, with freshness of tomatoes and basil on perfectly toasted bread. The margarita pizza is a staple in our household, with us often trying to decide whether to order one or two so we don't have to share. Vesuvio's is a regular visit for us and highly recommended.

I got the Tartufata which was pretty tasty. Could have used more speck. The pizza would also pair well with peppers. But I did t see anything on the side. Lots of parking available for lunch on a Saturday. Might be because it's really close to Christmas. The style here is Napiletana. Think Antico style if you've eaten there. The pizzas come out quickly, because they are cooked in a special oven. So if you're looking for something quick and tasty, I'd recommend.

Cute little place with great staff and an awesome atmosphere. Pizza was some of the best we've had. Definitely recommend this place. I'm glad we found it. It's a true gem!

Definitely an unexpected surprise. I've went to a few pizza places in my area and this place blows it out the water. I don't want to get too deep into a review because I've only visited here one time but it was great enough for me to take my time and share about it. The pizza I tried was the tartufuta. A pizza with Smoked mozzarella, Taleggio cheese, speck (smoked prosciutto), and truffle oil. A delicious white pizza that was enhanced with the truffle oil and smoke prosciutto. I originally wanted to get the sandwich, Burrata Crudo Rucola & Tartufo Panuozzo, but for some reason it wasn't available so I tried something similar with the tartufuta. Overall, this place is pretty tasty and still not well known but with the near 5 star reviews and growing number of reviews, this place will soon be very busy.

Ordered carryout on the way to Blueridge, and was blown away! One of the best pizza I had around or in Atlanta. It was so good, we stopped on the way back home. Definitely a place to try out.

Order at the counter and take your wine to the table kind of place. Went there with family, including 4 adults and 2 kids. The pizza for one is huge! Caesar salad is to share. We liked our pizza but the salad lacked enough dressing. Price was reasonable.

The pizza is excellent. You have to try the lasagna. The atmosphere is nice and the staff is incredible. We came during the Big Shanty Festival.

The bruschetta with burrata is fantastic, so fresh. Pizza was made with all fresh ingredients as well and was really tasty. We had the Margherita pizza. My wife would have liked a little more tang/acid to the tomato sauce but I liked it. Cute little place!

The small little place is very much a taste of Italy. When you walk in the door, you will order at the counter and be ready for the pizza to come out in minutes. Staff is very nice. The one thing the place could use is maybe a few draft beer options and a possible kids friendly option. Again, those would just be bonuses. The place is simple, great and we will be back for sure. Price points are very fair.

Maximo is one of a kind pizzaolo and a great community man. His story is inspiring and his Italian roots run deep. Everytime I see him I always catch up with him, I haven't been back in a while, so I definitely need to come back for sure. The one thing I would like to see is a more expansive menu, I'm telling you, this guy's food is that phenomenal. Like we say in Italian, il cebo e delicio e non deludera.

Absolutely worth the drive! Massimo uses all the right ingredients to make a fantastic pizza that tastes like ITALY! We cannot wait to go back and try more! Bravissimo Massimo! La tua pizza ha conquistato tutta la mia famiglia!