Nothing brings friends, family and colleagues together better than a good slice of pizza. And nothing is more authentic than wood fired pizza — cooked in an oven that burns wood instead of electricity or gas.

If you’re looking for some of the best pizza in Canberra, there are plenty of options to choose from. Here’s a guide to some of the best places to go.

Grease Monkey

The newest addition to Braddon’s Lonsdale Street, Grease Monkey brings Brooklyn’s old school vibe to the neighbourhood. Originally a refurbished Repco car service workshop, owner Socrates Kochinos isn’t afraid to dish out old style burgers, shakes and jam donuts here.

Authentic wood fired pizza that’ll make Nonna proud. They throw their pizzas in the wood-fired oven daily and stay true to traditional flavours, with no more than four toppings per pizza.

SoLita

A stalwart of Canberra’s Lonsdale Street, this Italian deli is the place to go for wood fired pizzas and other pastas with a meaty twist.

The restaurant is open Mon-Fri, and Sat-Sun for lunch and dinner. Located in the arts district, SoLita encapsulates the spirit of the Italian nation, with a menu full of gastronomical delights to whet your appetite and satisfy your belly.

Powered by wood, this place does it all — from traditional and experimental pizzas to pasta and beer. The most impressive is the display of a swanky new bar area with high end cocktails, a burgeoning craft beer selection and some pretty spectacular pizzas (see what we did there). SoLita has to be in your top five for best wood fired pizza canberra restaurants!

Mama Dough

If you’re after the best pizza in Canberra, look no further than Mama Dough. Located in the cozy strip next door to Edgar’s at Ainslie shops, Mama Dough serves freshly made wood fired pizza from an imported Forno Bravo oven.

It’s the latest venture from well-known restaurateur Frank Condi, the hospitality brain behind Edgar’s, Shorty’s, Public and clubs including Academy and Mr Wolf. The small space seats six inside and 22 outside.

The pizzas are simple and straightforward, featuring a range of classic toppings. But there’s also a section of ’unusual’ toppings, including zucchini cream, sausage chips and smoked mozzarella.

Pizza Gusto

Pizza Gusto provides wood-fired pizza and calzones plus dessert toppings. Crafted in a compact shop with outdoor tables, this quaint little spot is an authentic Italian pizza joint that’s sure to impress.

The pizzas here are impressive — and the ‘rustica’ topped with fior di latte, rosemary, potato and gorgonzola may well be one of the best we’ve had in Canberra.

It’s also got an impressive wood-fired oven that churns out the food in record time, making it a popular choice with locals looking for a quick bite to eat or a light meal after work. The menu includes a range of healthy and organic drinks to go with your pizzas, too.

Dickson’s Mozzarella & Co

A hidden gem in the ACT, Dickson’s Mozzarella & Co is one of those places you would never know about unless you’re looking for it. Located in the heart of Chinatown this slickly designed bar and dining room abounds in cool decor, a snazzy wine list and a well-executed menu.

The oh-so-drool worthy drinks and food menu is accompanied by a state of the art kitchen, making it one of the best places to grab an aperitif or two and a bite to eat. The most impressive piece of kit is their ginormous oven. The best pizza in Canberra can be had from their alfresco wood fired pizza counter, with an array of toppings to choose from.

Department of Pizza

The charming little pocket of a place has been a hit since opening in August last year. It wows with its sourdough bases and hard to find wines, set up in the bustling Campbell Shops.

Inside is warm and minimal, with an uncluttered long narrow dining area. The simple small paper menu has a choice of 11 pizzas and three starter options of flatbread.

Their dough is lovingly made daily using a 35-year-old sourdough starter. The team believe in simple and traditional flavours, finding no more than four toppings per pizza.