Pizzeria Da Moreno

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

On Yaowarad Road in the heart of Phuket Town, Pizzeria Da Moreno has built a reputation solid enough to earn recognition from Gambero Rosso — the authoritative Italian food and wine guide — with a 2-slice award in 2025. That kind of acknowledgement, rare for a pizzeria operating outside of Italy, says something meaningful about what's coming out of this kitchen.

The Pizza

The wood-fired oven is the centrepiece here. Guests who know their pizza — including, according to reviews on the restaurant's own site, an Italian living in England — have described it as the best they've had outside Italy. The calzone draws similar praise. Alongside pizza, the kitchen turns out pasta that regulars return for, making this a reliable address for anyone craving honest Italian cooking in Phuket.

The Place

Da Moreno is a multi-branch operation across Phuket — Patong, Kathu, Koh Kaew, Cherngtalay — but the Phuket Town branch on Yaowarad Road holds its own as a destination in its own right. The setting suits an evening out: table service, a relaxed pace, and the option of takeaway for those who'd rather enjoy their pizza elsewhere. The vibe is straightforward and unpretentious, which is exactly what good pizza deserves.

Recognition

Gambero Rosso's 2-slice rating places Pizzeria Da Moreno in select company globally, and Restaurant Guru has independently ranked it among the top 100 best pizza restaurants in Thailand. For a pizzeria operating in Southeast Asia, that dual recognition reflects a consistent, quality-driven approach to Italian food that goes well beyond tourist-friendly approximations.