Our Journey
With a devotion to true Italian pizza since 1985, we've been handcrafting pies.
From the Birthplace of Pizza to Your Local Area
'Crust & Craze Pizzeria' started with a vision: to deliver genuine Neapolitan pizza to Venice. The Bianchi family established our pizzeria in 1985 as a quaint, family-run business carrying time-honored recipes through the ages.
Marco Bianchi, our pioneering founder, mastered the pizza craft on her Italian tours, learning from esteemed pizzaiolos in Naples, where pizza was conceived. She returned to the UK, set on reproducing that singular Italian pizza allure, adhering to classic techniques and selecting only the best ingredients.
Our humble 12-seat establishment has expanded into a cherished neighborhood staple. Nonetheless, our pledge to prime quality and genuine practices remains intact. We continue embracing ancestral wood-fired oven methods, preparing our dough from scratch each day, and acquiring top-notch ingredients.
To this day, 'Crust & Craze Pizzeria is still kept within the family, with the Bianchi legacy pushing forward with a team that's imbued with fervor. While we have adopted some new refinements, the core of our mission endures: piecing together sumptuous, authentic pizza that unites folks around.
Our Ethos
Premium Ingredients
We obtain the utmost fresh and high-caliber ingredients, collaborating with regional growers and Italian suppliers to guarantee genuine tastes.
Artisanal Techniques
Each pizza is made following long-established practices, including a 48-hour dough fermentation and baking in genuine wood-fueled ovens.
Focused on Our Community
We're more than just a dining spot – we're a proactive segment of the community, backing neighborhood causes and crafting a space where everyone feels at home.
Eco-Consciousness
We are dedicated to ecological stewardship, from diminishing food leftovers to using recyclable materials and championing sustainable farming.
Get Acquainted with Our Crew
The group of dedicated individuals behind our appetizing pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
This second-generation proprietor has honed our recipes for more than 15 years following training in Naples.
Victoria Sanchez
Culinary Director
A gastronomic maestro from Italy, Victoria lends 12 years of her culinary wisdom to our eatery, focusing on dishes that celebrate the seasons.
Leonardo Bianchi
Chief Pizzaiolo
Hailing from Naples, Leonardo crafts flawless pizzas for over two decades and is the mentor for our pizza-making staff.
Claire Bennett
Operations Manager
Claire ensures customers enjoy remarkable dining and oversees the front house with a blend of hospitality and proficiency.
Edward Zhu
Beverage Connoisseur
Edward curates our assortment of juices, specializing in juices drinks that are the perfect accompaniment to pizza.
Our Customers' Impressions
This Neapolitan pizza is the closest I've come to what I enjoyed in Italy. The crust strikes the perfect balance of chewy and crisp, showcasing the distinctive marks of a true wood-fired oven.
Oliver Smith
Appreciation for 'Crust & Craze Pizzeria's dedication to local, sustainable measures is evident in every slice. The exquisite seasonal pizzas are what I eagerly anticipate!
Isabella Brown
I've patronized this place for ages, and the pizza excellence maintains a constant. It's like visiting relatives, and their pizzas—undoubtedly divine—as the establishment's name implies. Can't miss the Truffle Mushroom pie!
William Garcia
Commendations & Honors
Foremost Pizzeria in Karlport
Neighborhood Food Honors, 2019-2023
Leading 50 Pizza Houses in the UK
Statewide Restaurant Index, 2021-2023
Genuine Neapolitan Pizza Endorsement
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Award for Sustainable Enterprise Practices
Area Eco Business Forum, 2022
Plan Your Visit
Savor the essence of Italian pizza within a cozy, inviting ambience.