Renaissance Pizzeria is a contemporary Italian restaurant on Battersea Rise, just a stone's throw from Clapham Common. The pizzeria is the brainchild of Marco Fuso, a Lecce-born, award-winning pizzaiolo.
With expertise extending across Europe, South America and the Middle East, Marco Fuso draws on his reputation as a master of dough and founder of MFP Consultancy - alongside creator of the professional-grade ‘MFP Pizza Flour’ - and designed the restaurant to embody both artisanal tradition and artistic flair.
Set within an elegant, Renaissance-inspired dining room, the restaurant is perfect for both casual midweek dining and date night dinners. Décor features artful touches, while the atmosphere encourages casual gatherings from mid-day through to late evening.
The menu celebrates gourmet-style pizzas using premium Italian ingredients. Highlights include the bella e buona, featuring San Marzano D.O.P. tomatoes, stracciatella, parmesan and basil, and inventive combinations such as nerano a modo mio, a vegan-friendly pizza topped with courgette cream and fried courgettes. Look out for the indulgent porcina, featuring porcini mushroom cream, smoked mozzarella and crispy guanciale, while a selection of 'classic' style pizzas cater to more traditional tastes. The menu also houses plenty of fresh pasta dishes, house salads and smaller sharing dishes.
Each pizza is finished with 100% Italian extra-virgin olive oil, and all dough is made fresh on-site using a slow fermentation process for the best possible flavour. The restaurant also offers takeaway and delivery for those wishing to enjoy their gourmet pizzas at home.
Renaissance Pizzeria offers a well-curated drinks list, including wines, cocktails and craft beers, many catering to gluten-free and vegan diners. If you're hungry for great pizza and modern Italian cooking in the heart of Clapham, this popular neighbourhood spot is known and loved amongst locals.