PizzaExpress Covent Garden is an Italian inspired pizzeria at 9–12 Bow Street, close to the Royal Opera House and several West End theatres. Artwork inside pays tribute to the nearby Bridge of Aspiration, which connects the Royal Ballet School with the opera house. The welcoming dining room suits family lunches, casual dinners and meals before or after a performance.
The famous Dough Balls arrive warm with garlic butter, with sharing portions and changing flavoured versions providing alternatives. Garlic bread, mozzarella, salads and other small plates make easy starters for the table. These familiar openings keep the meal informal and work equally well before one pizza or as part of a larger order shared by a group.
Pizzas can be ordered on the original Classic base or as a larger, thinner and crispier Romana. Margherita and American keep the toppings simple, while recipes such as American Hot and Sloppy Giuseppe bring chilli, pepperoni, beef and bolder seasoning. Leggera pizzas provide a lighter format, and vegan and gluten free choices make the menu accessible to a wider range of diners.
Baked pasta and fresh salads offer alternatives to pizza, while the children’s Piccolo menu brings Dough Balls, a smaller main and dessert together in a family friendly format. Tiramisu, warm chocolate brownie, gelato and small Dolcetti pairings finish the meal on a sweet note. Coffee, soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails round out the choice, with collection and delivery also available from the Bow Street branch.
Address: 9–12 Bow Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7AH, United Kingdom