Foodie guide to pizza in our slice of paradise

On the NSW Central Coast, we've got the upper crust when it comes to pizza restaurants. From fluffy, deep bases to thin and crispy - with flavours inspired from Sicily and Rome - check out some of the places to gather your friends and enjoy a slice of the good stuff.

Tropicana Social Club, Woy Woy 

The name says everything about this Hawaiian style pizza diner Tropicana Social Club. Tropical vintage decor, funky tunes, great pizzas and of course, an array of delicious cocktails, essential for that holiday vibe.

Try the Fisherman’s Wharf with local seafood marinara and the Tropicana Spritz with Averna Amaro, prosecco, grapefruit bitters and lime juice.

The Savoy, Long Jetty

The Savoy Long Jetty is a 1950s theatre converted into a bar and restaurant offering craft beer, cocktails, pizza, and share plates. With a big focus on supporting local producers and using fresh ingredients, their pizzas are perfect to share or keep for yourself. 

La Fiamma, Ettalong Beach

Deserving of emoji flames and hearts, La Fiamma is the perfect place for pizza lovers with dishes guaranteed to fan the flame. Order their classic Margarita (or newbie Verdure) and enjoy the ambience of the Galleria courtyard that feels more like a romantic getaway piazza style location in Naples.

Pinocchios, Gosford

Serving traditional style, thin-base, hand-stretched pizzas - the pizza base recipe served here at Pinocchios in Gosford has been perfected over the last four years to deliver a light crusty flavour. Topping options are influenced by regions all over Italy taking you through a series of aromas and tastes. With over 120 wines to pair, it's perfect for a long lunch, Sardinian style. (And whatever pizza you choose, don't forget to start off with their widely praised arancini balls!).

Terrigal Pavillion, Terrigal

Serving up more than just waterfront views, The Terrigal Pavillion offers pizza lovers a slice to share. It's a holiday year-round, with good vibes, white watched furniture and European styled pizza to match. Check out their 2-4-1 nights while your crew decide whether adding pineapple is a good idea...

Lagune, Wamberal 

Aptly named for its location between Wamberal Beach and the lagoon, you'll find Lagune, complete with woodfired pizza down to the basics. Try the Norma with Fior di Latte mozzarella, eggplant, Grana Padano parmesan, chilli flakes, and olive oil washed down with a glass of Italian Poggiotondo Chianti. Be sure to keep some room for their gelato.

Rhonda's, Terrigal

Rhonda’s delivers a modern take on wood fired pizza, light and breezy cocktails and on the weekends, an open roof seating space, perfect to enjoy some coastal sunshine well into the evening in a Mediterranean setting.

You'll have the choice of both traditional pizza - like the classic Oz with pineapple, as well as crispy fresh insalatas and most excellently, you can build your own antipasti with all your favourites.

The Beachcomber Hotel, Toukley 

We can’t think of a better place for a sundowner staple with water views. Get started with a bucket of succulent local prawns and oysters for entrée followed by the Divola pizza with hot pepperoni, kalamata olives, mushrooms and tomato base. The Beachie's Hamptons-inspired ambience, exclusive pool-club, multiple eateries and bars makes it the perfect place to eat pizza in holiday mode, even if it's just for an afternoon.

Lago Cucina, Budgewoi

With glimpse of Lake Budgewoi, Lago Cucina offer a relaxed contemporary Italian trattoria dining experience unique to the Central Coast. 

Lago’s chic Mediterranean interiors and contemporary Italian inspired cuisine will have you feeling the Mediterranean lifestyle in no time. Their pizzas offer an inviting difference, like black truffle pesto or garlic prawn topped deliciousness, one thing's for sure the bold flavours and classic favourites perfectly paired with cocktails to capture the essence of the Italian coastline. 

Four Hands Pizza, Terrigal

Expect innovative pizzas with seasonal ingredients to try at Four Hands Pizza like this chilli beef, beans, jalapeños, corn chips, sour cream weekly special. It’s also a great place to try a diverse range of craft beers, wines and cocktails. They also have fantastic group bookings menus that do all the hard work for you.

Sorrento Pizzeria, Empire Bay

Sorrento Pizzeria is inspired by Amalfi Coast. The puffy crusted, wood fired Neapolitan style pizza prides itself on its Rustica Napoletana dough that uses a careful blend of imported flours from Italy, elevated with mineral water, to take you back to the farmlands of the southern Italy with every single bite.