Franco Manca Brighton occupies 1–2 Regent Street near the North Laine and Brighton Dome. Spread across two floors with a back garden, the pizzeria provides an informal setting for families, friends and anyone seeking a straightforward meal in the city centre.
The restaurant is known for Neapolitan-style pizza made with slow-fermented sourdough. The naturally leavened base is baked at high heat and paired with concise combinations of quality ingredients, keeping the crust and individual toppings central to each pizza.
A deliberately focused menu is supported by seasonal specials, starters and desserts rather than an oversized selection. Vegetarian and vegan choices broaden its appeal, while the simple format makes sharing several pizzas across a table easy.
Guests can eat in, collect an order or arrange takeaway and delivery where available. Families are welcome, and anyone with allergies or dietary requirements should review the current allergen information and speak to staff before placing an order.
Address: 1–2 Regent Street, Brighton BN1 1UL, England
Franco Manca Brighton Menu
Perfect for Sharing
Nibbles Trio
Mixed olives, tarallini, smoked almonds | VG CS
Caprese Salad
Burrata, vine & baby plum tomatoes, basil pesto, toasted pine kernels w/ charred sourdough | V
Antipasti Platter
Buffalo mozzarella, vine tomatoes, marinated roasted peppers, grilled artichoke, Kalamata olives, rocket, Franco’s Grana, balsamic glaze, basil, sourdough bread | V CS
Charcuterie Platter
Italian cured meats, baby plum tomatoes, marinated roasted peppers, Kalamata olives, rocket, Franco’s Grana, balsamic glaze, sourdough bread | CS
Dips
2.00 EACH / 3 FOR 5.00
Basil pesto
V
Scotch bonnet chilli
VG
Garlic
VG
Hot honey
V
Spicy ‘nduja
Salads
Mediterranean
Bulgur & quinoa mix, marinated roasted peppers, Kalamata olives, baby plum tomatoes, caramelized onions, spinach, rocket, citrus dressing
Yellowfin Tuna
Kalamata olives, capers, vine & baby plum tomatoes, marinated roasted peppers, spinach, rocket, citrus dressing | CS
Side Salads
Franco's
Kalamata olives, baby plum tomatoes, cucumber, rocket, spinach, citrus dressing | VG CS
Rocket
Franco’s Grana, balsamic dressing | V
Breads & Bites
Pizza bread w/ rosemary & salt
VG
Garlic bread w/ a light tomato base
VG
Garlic bread w/ basil pesto & mozzarella
V
Burrata, spicy ‘nduja from Spilinga & baby plum tomatoes on sourdough bread
Bruschetta Marinara
w/ vine tomatoes, Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, oregano, rocket, basil | VG CS
Bruschetta Napoletana
w/ Cantabrian anchovies, burrata, vine tomatoes, Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, oregano, rocket, basil | CS
Tuscan sausage, crusco peppers, Franco’s Grana, mozzarella, crispy pancetta, chilli flakes
Aubergine parmigiana
V
Sourdough Pizza
DOUGH MADE FRESH ON SITE DAILY & PROVED 24HRS
Marinara
100% Italian tomato, garlic, basil, oregano | VG
Margherita
100% Italian tomato, mozzarella, basil | V
Franco’s OG Margherita
100% Italian tomato, buffalo mozzarella, red Piennolo tomato from Vesuvio D.O.P, extra virgin olive oil, basil | V
Prosciutto & Funghi
Roasted cured ham, ricotta, 100% Italian tomato, mozzarella, wild mushrooms (white base)
Napoli
Cantabrian anchovies, 100% Italian tomato, mozzarella, Kalamata olives, capers, garlic, oregano | CS BN
Chorizo
Cured Iberico chorizo (dry & semi-dry), 100% Italian tomato, mozzarella
Spicy Salami
Smoked spicy salami, 100% Italian tomato, mozzarella, caramelised red onions, basil
Mezzaluna
Part pizza w/ Ventricina salami, “ciccioli” (slow-cooked pork), 100% Italian tomato, mozzarella, ricotta, basil. Part calzone filled w/ ricotta, spinach & Franco’s Grana
Tre Porcellini
Yellow tomato base, mozzarella, Tuscan sausage, crispy pancetta, hot honey & ‘nduja sauce, basil, chilli threads
Truffle & Burrata
Wild mushrooms, truffle pesto base, mozzarella, burrata, truffle oil, basil | V
Parmigiana
Aubergine parmigiana, 100% Italian tomato, buffalo mozzarella, ricotta salata, basil | V
Pulled Lamb
Lightly spiced lamb ragù, ricotta, marinated roasted peppers, mozzarella, fresh pea & mint cream, basil (white base)
Extra Toppings
Any meat +3.15: Neapolitan salami, roasted cured ham, marinated chicken (H), yellowfin tuna, Cantabrian anchovies, ‘nduja, spicy salami, Tuscan sausage, mortadella, lightly spiced lamb ragù (H), chorizo, Ventricina salami, ciccioli (slow-cooked pork). Any veg +2.60: Wild mushrooms, Kalamata olives, caramelised onions, grilled artichokes, capers, roasted peppers, baby plum tomatoes, 3 chilli mix, rocket. Any cheese +2.85: Ricotta salata, mozzarella, vegan cheese, ricotta.
Any meat
Neapolitan salami, roasted cured ham, marinated chicken (H), yellowfin tuna, Cantabrian anchovies, ‘nduja, spicy salami, Tuscan sausage, mortadella, lightly spiced lamb ragù (H), chorizo, Ventricina salami, ciccioli (slow-cooked pork)
Any veg
Wild mushrooms, Kalamata olives, caramelised onions, grilled artichokes, capers, roasted peppers, baby plum tomatoes, 3 chilli mix, rocket
Any cheese
Ricotta salata, mozzarella, vegan cheese, ricotta
Desserts
Affogato
Madagascan vanilla gelato w/ an espresso shot | V
Cannolo
w/ ricotta & dark chocolate drops, pistachio crumbs, icing sugar | V
Baked cheesecake w/ Amarena cherries
CS V
Chocolate cake w/ Madagascan vanilla gelato
V
Our signature tiramisù
made fresh everyday by our chefs, the way it’s meant to be | V
Gelato + Sorbetto
4.65 each
Madagascan vanilla
V
Chocolate
V
Raspberry sorbetto
VG
Aperitivo
Aperol Spritz
Lager (330ml)
Homemade lemonade (250ml)
Mixed olives
VG CS
All Spritz
8.50 each
Aperol
Aperol, Prosecco, sparkling water
Hugo
Elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, sparkling water, mint
Sarti
Sarti Rosa [fruity & tangy with blood orange, mango & passion fruit], Prosecco, sparkling water
Limoncello
Limoncello, Prosecco, sparkling water
Cocktails
Negroni
Campari, Gin, Vermouth Rosso
Negroni Sbagliato
Campari, Gin, Vermouth Rosso, Prosecco
Moth: Margarita
Tequila, triple sec, lime
Gin & Tonic
Sipsmith Gin, tonic
No + Low
Botivo Spritz
Bittersweet herbal aperitif with a bright refreshing citrus finish
Nojito
Honey syrup, lemon juice, sparkling water, mint
Crodino Spritz
Italian aperitif with a unique bittersweet flavour
Freeglider Pink Spritz
Sipsmith Freeglider, pink grapefruit juice, lemon juice, sparkling water
Wine
All wines are Italian, & organically farmed. Also available in 125ml.
Grillo DOC: Sicily
Light | crisp | zesty
Pinot Grigio IGT: Sicily
Fresh | dry | elegant
Trebbiano: Abruzzo
Rich | floral | balanced
Pinot Grigio IGT: Sicily
Fresh | pale | dry
Beer & Cider
All draught beers served as half pints or pints, where available.
Lager (330ml)
Pale Ale (330ml)
Galipette Cider (330ml)
Lucky Saint Unfiltered No Alcohol Lager 0.5% (330ml)
Soft Drinks
Homemade lemonade (250ml)
Orange juice (250ml)
Apple juice (250ml)
Coffee
Pure Arabica, Gianni Frasi flame roasted beans from Verona. Oat milk available.