Franco Manca Islington is a sourdough pizzeria at 72 Upper Street, a short walk from Angel station and Regent’s Canal. The bright dining room places the pizza oven and kitchen at its centre, allowing guests to watch the pizzaioli shape and bake each order.
The foundation of the menu is Franco Manca’s 24 hour sourdough, prepared by hand for a light Neapolitan style base with a raised cornicione. A concise selection of toppings keeps attention on the dough while allowing meat, vegetarian and plant based combinations.
Seasonal specials supplement the core pizzas and make use of ingredients sourced for the time of year. Starters, salads and desserts make a longer meal possible, while dietary and allergen information is provided through the current main menu.
The restaurant welcomes dine in customers and also offers collection, takeaway and delivery. Outdoor seating, a welcoming team and pizza making masterclasses add to its neighbourhood appeal, making the Islington branch useful for anything from a quick lunch to a group meal.
Address: 72 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0NY, England
Franco Manca Islington Menu
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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, any veg +2.60, any cheese +2.85, any whole cheese: Buffalo mozzarella +3.95, Burrata +4.50
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
Buffalo mozzarella
Burrata
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
Madagascan vanilla
V
Chocolate
V
Raspberry sorbetto
VG
Aperitivo
Aperol Spritz
Lager (330ml)
Homemade lemonade (250ml)
Mixed olives
VG CS
Coffee
Pure Arabica, Gianni Frasi flame roasted beans from Verona. Oat milk available.
Espresso
Macchiato
Cappuccino
Flat white
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)
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water (500ml)
All Spritz
8.50
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
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