Pizza Italia

Tucked away on Botchergate, Pizza Italia has been keeping Carlisle fed with its generously topped pizzas for years. While the Google rating sits at a modest 3.3/5 from 141 reviews, the real story is in the kitchen—a spotless Food Hygiene Rating of 5 (Very Good), last inspected in May 2026, which speaks volumes about how seriously they take their prep. This is a proper takeaway joint, the kind where the focus is on getting a hot, satisfying pizza in your hands without any fuss.

The menu leans into the classics—think pepperoni, margherita, and meat feast, all built on a sturdy, foldable base that holds its own under a blanket of melted mozzarella. What sets them apart is the balance of sauce to cheese and the consistently crisp yet chewy crust. It’s straightforward, no-nonsense pizza-making done right. Perfect for a night in when you want something reliable and filling. They cover the Carlisle area for delivery, so you can enjoy that 5-star hygiene without leaving the sofa.