Via Napoli Pizzeria

Via Napoli Pizzeria

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Posted 2013-01-17 by Katherine Thomasfollow
Whilst Leichardt may be known as the 'little Italy' of Sydney, Lane Cove is bringing the authentic Italian touch to the North Shore.

Via Napoli is a lively pizzeria that has revived the Longueville Road and Austin street corner junction in Lane Cove; alfresco tables dominating the footpath, whilst the smell of wood fired dough sets nostrils alight.



Via Napoli has managed to distinguish itself amongst a plethora of pizzerias through offering the true Italian experience; from menu right through to décor and staffing. The tables are small and tightly packed.

The waiters all have loud, thick Italian accents and offer charming (albeit bustling) service with a smile. However the food is the absolute trump card! Tangy prosciutto, smooth mozzarella and drool-worthy pizza abound.

The menu is simple with a heavy emphasis on pizza using the traditional Neapolitan specifications; the pizza being baked for no more than 60-90 seconds in 450 degree heat. These gems are available in 3 sizes with the largest being 1 meter long. Where else can you find a 1m pizza that you can have up to three types of toppings?

The experience was rather like an edible catwalk, each step up the base a new combination of loveliness fringed with puffy crust. We sampled the Quattro Salumi (unanimous favourite), Salsiccia & Friariella & the Caprese flavours all on our meter ($60) along with 3 entrees; calamari, rocket salad and prosciutto.

The combination was more than enough to sustain 5 of us; and the loosened belt buckles signalled that it really would have been enough for 6 of us. Re-loosening the buckles again after squeezing in some delicious tiramisu affirmed this even more!

A large tick in this restaurant's favour is that whilst they are licensed they also are BYO for wine which can slash the cost of your evening quite considerably; so don't forget to bring a nice bottle with you.

All of these factors would explain why the place is always buzzing so do book ahead to ensure you can get a table as word spreads about this not-so-secret-anymore North Shore Italian hotspot!



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