Rays Curry Base Pizza (Roman Road)

Just off Roman Road in East London, Rays Curry Base Pizza has been quietly winning over locals with its wonderfully unexpected mash-up of Italian and Indian flavours. This is no ordinary pizza joint — they've built a loyal following by swapping tomato sauce for a spiced curry base, then piling on toppings like tandoori chicken and paneer. With a solid Food Hygiene Rating and consistently happy customers, they’ve carved out a genuine niche in the neighbourhood’s takeaway scene. It’s the kind of place that rewards curiosity.

The signature move here is the curry base pizza, and it’s as bold as it sounds — think a crispy, charred crust supporting a rich, aromatic sauce, molten cheese, and punchy toppings. The Chicken Tikka Masala version is a crowd-pleaser, but the Lamb Keema option brings serious depth. They also do classic Italian-style pizzas if you’re feeling less adventurous, alongside a few curry house staples like bhuna and jalfrezi. Whether you’re ordering for a Friday night feast or a midweek treat, this Roman Road gem delivers something genuinely different. Best enjoyed fresh and hot, straight from the box.