PizzaExpress - Reading

#5 - Pizza - Reading, Vegetarian, Italian
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PizzaExpress

PizzaExpress
3.7 / 5 (2025 reviews)

Description

Step into PizzaExpress on St Mary’s Butts and settle into a friendly, bustling slice of Italian comfort in the heart of Reading. PizzaExpress serves up fresh, oven-fired pizzas, crisp starters and a tempting drinks list — from bottled beers to prosecco and strawberry lemonade — all in a lively space where you can peek into the kitchen as your meal comes together. The Fiorentina and garlic-butter dough balls are fan favourites, while the menu also offers vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free choices to suit many diets. Pop in for lunch, book a table for dinner, or join friends after a night out — PizzaExpress pairs approachable flavours with town-centre convenience for an easy, enjoyable meal.

Last update: 27.03.2026 from: Mike

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★ 3.7 / 5 from 2025 reviews

Reviews praise PizzaExpress's pizzas, dough balls and central location but call out variable service at peak times and inconsistent vegan/gluten-free portions.

lgryb-nzmyh
31.10.2017

In our opinion, this restaurant is really good and much better than Riverside.

katrin-krieger
31.10.2017

This restaurant is fantastic - I adore their delicious pizzas and garlic butter dough balls, they are heavenly. The Fiorentina pizza is also outstanding - I always make sure to order it whenever I visit.

romer-friedbert
31.10.2017

I visited Pizza Express during their 50% off promotion, so it was crowded as expected.

mike-d-lawyer8429
22.03.2024

This restaurant is definitely one of the better options out there and, in our opinion, much better than Riverside. It can get quite busy during peak hours, which may slow down the service, but the staff are always friendly.

debbiegibb1808
22.03.2024

This is a fantastic restaurant! I absolutely love their pizzas and the dough balls served with garlic butter—they're divine. The Fiorentina pizza is also incredible. Every time I visit, I make it a point to...

Menu

  • Uncategorized

    Gluten-Free Peroni Nastro Azzurro Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    Gluten-Free Peroni Nastro Azzurro Bundle (330Ml X 4)

    ABV 5.1%; 330ml x 4 The same crisp & light lager; but without gluten

    £10
    Peroni Nastro Azzurro Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    Peroni Nastro Azzurro Bundle (330Ml X 4)

    Peroni Nastro Azzurro Bundle (330ml x 4)

    £10
    Peroni Gran Riserva (330Ml X 4)
    Peroni Gran Riserva (330Ml X 4)

    Full‐bodied + a malty flavour (ABV 6.6%)

    £11
    Coca-Cola Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    Coca-Cola Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    £6
    Limonata Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    Limonata Bundle (330Ml X 4)
    £6
  • Entradas

    Doppio Dough Balls
    Doppio Dough Balls
    £8

FAQ

Yes — PizzaExpress operates both lunch and dinner services with a menu designed for daytime and evening dining.

Yes — there is an open kitchen area where guests can see cooks prepare pizzas and other dishes.

Yes — the restaurant has a spacious layout that can accommodate groups, though busy times may affect table turnaround.

Yes — the relaxed menu and atmosphere make it a good option for families looking for approachable Italian fare.

More information

If you want to avoid peak crowds, midweek evenings before 7pm typically feel calmer and staff have more time to customise orders. Also, if you prefer a generous gluten-free or vegan pizza, asking for an extra topping or for the kitchen to match the regular portion often works in practice — staff are used to accommodating these requests when alerted.

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