Naples, Campania
Salita S. Anna di Palazzo 1/2, 80132 Naples (NA), Italy
Pizzeria Brandi is one of the historic names of Neapolitan pizza, tucked just off elegant Via Chiaia near Piazza del Plebiscito. The restaurant is closely associated with the famous 1889 story of Raffaele Esposito preparing a pizza with tomato, mozzarella and basil in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy; Brandi preserves documents and traditions connected with that episode. Today the atmosphere combines old Naples with the energy of a busy city-center pizzeria, and the menu goes well beyond the classic Margherita, while keeping traditional dough, wood-fired baking and Campanian ingredients at its heart.
From Napoli Centrale, take Metro Line 1 from Garibaldi to Municipio or Toledo; from either station the pizzeria is about a 10-15 minute walk through the historic center toward Via Chiaia. A taxi from the station is also straightforward. From Naples Capodichino Airport, the simplest option is a taxi, normally around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Alternatively, take the Alibus to Piazza Garibaldi/Central Station, then continue by Metro Line 1 and walk the final section. Its central location also makes Brandi easy to combine with the Royal Palace, Teatro di San Carlo and the waterfront.