Franco Manca Wimbledon

A sourdough pizza franchise sounded like a crazy and risky idea when the first restaurant opened in 2008 in Brixton Market. Will the general public get and appreciate the difference between sourdough and non-sourdough? Are there sufficient pizzaiolo chefs in the UK to cope with the increasing demand? Is sourdough, a dough that can be so different from one restaurant to another, a homogenous product for a nationwide franchise? These are probably questions that Giuseppe, the founder of the pizza empire, wondered himself by 2008. Franco Manca is a family-friendly restaurant with delicious pizzas, although the dough, I reckon, is a bit chewy and sometimes it comes a bit burnt. I don't go very often because of gluten intolerance. Still, I love this little Italian corner available for everyone who wants to enjoy a cheeky pizza treat on a gloomy and rainy day.

What an amazing experience, I have always been sceptical about sourdough pizza but oh my gosh I am in love. Amazing chilled environment with warm and welcoming staff that make you feel welcomed and are very attentive. They are very good with the little children that just loved their kids pizzas that came in heart and bunny rabbit shapes for the kids and they just loved it. I will definitely be coming back with the whole family soon.

Have tried several of their branches. This one convenient as close to the station and usually quick to get a seat if not immediately. Service was fine. Although where we were sat the table has not been cleaned and got oil and pesto/green sauce over my arm and not enough napkins at the table to clean myself up and use it for the meal. Fan of their pizzas usually when they have new specials I like to try them out. The meat one I had on this occasion was just ok. Have had more exciting ones before for their meat specials. But dough and way it is cooked is still great. Would still recommend going.

Love a Franco Manca pizza. Tasty, chewy, thin wood fired base and a nice variety of available toppings. I like how they try to source local produce, and their non-traditional combinations. There are also a few menu items for people who would prefer not to have pizza (shocking that they exist, I know). It's good value for money too, which is reflected in the fact that tables are quite small and it's a bit cramped. That being said, the atmosphere has a nice buzz and when the weather's good and they open the front it's nice and airy. Besides, you go for the great pizza, not for the elbow room.