Original Tony’s is a casual pizzeria in Brighton’s North Laine, located on Trafalgar Street and known for its chef-led approach to pizza. Led by executive chef and co-owner Toby Cackett, a fine dining chef turned master pizzaiolo, the restaurant focuses on doing one thing well, serving carefully crafted pizzas with an emphasis on quality ingredients, flavour and technique.
The space has a relaxed, neighbourhood feel, somewhere between a classic diner and a laid-back Italian pizzeria. A green-tiled facade leads into an interior of white and green tiled walls, small wooden tables and an open kitchen where pizzas are made to order. The atmosphere is warm and informal, with a sociable, lived-in feel that makes it popular for casual dinners, date nights or low-key gatherings with friends, family or colleagues.
The menu is concise and centred around a selection of pizzas that balance familiar favourites with more inventive combinations. Classics include Margherita, pepperoni and American Hot, while Tony’s Favourite features tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, jalapenos, hot honey, stracciatella and a distinctive parmesan crust.
Specials change regularly and may include combinations such as Sussex Blue with roasted pears, blue cheese and zhoug, or fig with goat’s cheese and truffle honey. Guests can customise their order with house sauces including garlic and herb, Negroni hot sauce, original ranch or a signature secret sauce.
Drinks include wines, beers and cocktails, with options such as spicy margaritas adding to the relaxed, sociable feel. Soft drinks are also available, and both dine-in and takeaway options are offered, with the restaurant typically open for dinner and additional lunch service on Saturdays. It's a great one for dropping in with friends, impromptu date nights, or birthday dinners when you'd rather keep the atmosphere casual but upbeat.