Where to find the Italian classic made the South West way.
Winter is all about slow meals, warm drinks, and cosy corners with crackling fireplaces.
The Margaret River Region is where growers, winemakers and brewers obsess over provenance and craftsmanship.
The same consideration is now being kneaded into dough, built into fires, and scattered through toppings. From north to south, here’s the region’s most memorable Italian-style pizzas worth seeking out.
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Next to the iconic Busselton Jetty, Shelter Brewing Co. is all about good times by the bay. The heroes of the open kitchen are a bright yellow Marana Forni oven imported from Italy, and the bags of Caputo Saccorosso Tipo ‘00’ flour, clear signs they take pizza seriously. Their bases are the perfect balance between soft and crispy, with toppings that showcase fresh local ingredients – there’s even gluten-free bases on offer. Paired best with one of Shelter’s crisp lagers or hop-forward pale ales.
Set among vines and wide-open paddocks, family-owned Lentedal Vineyard are serving woodfired pizzas crafted with the same care their hand-harvested wines receive. Using authentic Buvetti sourdough bases, creamy fior di latte and premium Mondo Doro meats, each pizza is finished in their Pavesi Twist oven – all the way from Modena- delivering that perfect woodfired char. Enjoy a tasting, then settle on the deck with a pizza while the kids meet the farm animals.
With sweeping views over rolling farmland and the Indian Ocean, Eagle Bay Brewing Co is the kind of place where a quick beer and a bite easily become an entire afternoon. Family-owned and operated, they have called this patch of Eagle Bay home for more than 60 years, and that homely touch is felt through everything – from their naturally brewed beers to the seasonal produce on the menu. Order a woodfired pizza, grab a paddle of beer and settle in on the deck.
+81 is the latest venture from the team behind Sons of Naples and Bella Napoli. – Champions of true, Neapolitan style pizza, their thin, elastic bases are cooked hot and fast in a roaring oven, before being dressed in a mix of timeless and inventive flavours. Think San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte and prosciutto alongside bold combinations like blue cheese, smoked brisket and rocket.
Just ten minutes north of Margaret River, CBCo Brewing is all about easy, good times with 24 beers on tap, around half of which rotate regularly, alongside share-style food made to match. Driven by a regenerative farming operation, their paddock-to-plate philosophy takes shape in a menu that sits perfectly alongside a cold brew. The pizzas here are ideal fuel before or after a hit at the onsite six-bay short iron range. It’s a great all-rounder for groups and families who want space for the kids to roam and adults to linger over a tasting paddle.
The Brewhouse philosophy is simple – good vibes, great beer, and tasty food. Set on the northern edge of town right next to mountain biking and walking trails. Drop in after a ride or hike and enjoy a woodfired pizza with a cold pint – it doesn’t get much better than that.
So good they do it twice. Swings & Roundabouts can be found at two locations across the South West – their laid-back Margaret River Taphouse, and their family-friendly Yallingup winery. Swings are a go-to for delicious woodfired pizzas, and a large selection of their wines from three distinct ranges and styles. At both venues, expect charry-edged bases, generous toppings and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
If you’re craving a slice of Italy in the heart of Margaret River, Sons of Naples delivers in spades. This is a place where handmade pastas and traditional pizzas share the stage, backed by a curated list of local and Italian wines. There’s something for everyone here, with vegan and gluten-free options across the menu. Dine in for warm, buzzy hospitality and that authentic Italian crust aroma, or order via their app and take pizza night back to your accommodation.
In the heart of Witchcliffe, Dear Darnell’s serves flame-kissed woodfired pizzas topped with delicious combinations like romesco, charred leeks and mushrooms; Shark Bay prawns with smoked tomato; and lamb with braised fennel and mint labneh. Pair with a cocktail or local wine and soak up the cozy, rustic neighbourhood vibes.
10 minutes south of town you’ll find Mr Barval’s new food van CIBO – an Italian-inspired eatery slinging hand-stretched, slow-fermented, woodfired pizzas. With a focus on seasonal ingredients from their newly planted kitchen garden, expect an ever-changing menu featuring items like La Delizia burrata, preserved orchard citrus, cured Italian meats, garden-fresh greens, and farm honey. Open Friday to Sunday, this truly is the perfect spot for a lazy afternoon with a glass of vino.
