At Base Face Pizza, they take their pizza as seriously as they take their puns (and trust us, they’ve nailed both). This Putney gem is the love child of jazz bassist Tim Thornton and his pandemic-fuelled passion for sourdough pizza. What started as a lockdown driveway pop-up has now evolved into a small string of buzzy, laid-back pizzerias across Putney, Hammersmith and Barnes, dishing up slices that hit all the right notes.
The secret to Base Face’s pizzas? It’s all about that dough. Fermented for a cool 48 hours, the dough is light, digestible, and worth the wait. When they sell out, that’s it for the day - because good things take time. Each pizza is topped with local ingredients and sourced from independent producers, ensuring the quality is as high as the vibes. The menu sings with flavour. Purists will love the Marinara, a simple symphony of tomato, basil, oregano, and garlic oil. Feeling meaty? The Double Salami layers Cobble Lane fennel salami and pepperoni over gooey mozzarella. For a cheeky twist, there’s the Carbonara, featuring crispy guanciale, a perfectly cooked egg yolk, and a dusting of pecorino.
Vegetarians aren’t left out either - the Parmigiana brings aubergine, parmesan, and mozzarella together in one saucy, garlicky masterpiece. Start with burrata or a rocket salad, and end on a sweet note with their house-made tiramisu, available in clotted cream or pistachio for a British spin on the Italian classic. Or, if you’re feeling fancy, drown your dessert sorrows with an affogato.
The vibe at Base Face is casual, cool, and a little cheeky, a perfect reflection of its jazz-playing founder. Whether you’re popping in for a midweek treat or gearing up for a full-on pizza party, you’ll find yourself tapping your toes, licking your fingers, and probably ordering seconds. At Base Face, the dough rises, the jazz flows, and the pizza hits all the right high notes.