Restaurants

Alessandro's Pizzeria Napoletana

15 Joll Road, Havelock North 4130

Rating: 4.7 ★ (810 ratings)

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Alessandro's Pizzeria Napoletana, a delightful Italian eatery in Havelock North, offers a distinctive experience, bringing a true taste of Italy to Hawke's Bay. With a clear motto of 'Respect the craft', this venue prides itself on combining authentic ingredients with traditional techniques to create a genuine slice of Italy. The setting is enhanced by the presence of an authentic Acunto brick oven, alongside flour and San Marzano tomatoes sourced directly from Naples, ensuring an exceptional culinary foundation.

The restaurant specialises in wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and classic pasta dishes. Patrons can anticipate handmade, wood-fired pizzas crafted with naturally leavened sourdough, which is fermented for a minimum of three days for a flavoursome and easily digestible dough. These pizzas are typically adorned with few, light quality toppings, showcasing a thin crispy outer crust, a moist base, and a satisfying stretchy chew. Beyond pizza, the menu extends to hearty pasta options, including spaghetti and meatballs, refreshing salads, and a selection of antipasti and dolci, all perfectly complemented by Italian or local wines.

This authentic establishment is ideally suited for anyone seeking a genuine Italian dining experience in a relaxed environment. It caters well to casual diners, with walk-in seating available, while also accommodating larger groups of eight or more with prior bookings. Whether for an intimate meal, a family outing, or a gathering with friends, Alessandro's Pizzeria Napoletana provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for enjoying traditional Italian fare.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM | Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM | Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM | Thursday: 4:00 – 9:30 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

Contact

+64 6 877 8844 | http://alessandrospizzeria.co.nz/

Comments

Abigail Martin
15 Jul 2026
5.0 ★
What a fantastic, vibrant place to catch up with old friends while enjoying incredible pizzas and pasta. We started with the focaccia, which was absolutely delicious, and the three different pizzas we ordered were all outstanding.

I really appreciated the honesty of the staff letting us know that tomatoes are currently out of season before ordering the bruschetta. They left the decision up to us, and I’m so glad we ordered it because it was absolutely delicious.

Despite the restaurant being packed, the staff were brilliant, friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and calm throughout the evening. The atmosphere was buzzing, the food was exceptional, and the service was just as impressive. An outstanding dining experience that we’d happily return for!
Camila Tula
13 Jun 2026
4.0 ★
We arrived quite late, but we were still kindly served. A very friendly staff member from India was extremely welcoming, explained the menu to us, and treated us warmly. It was a shame we came so late, so we didn’t get to try more of the food, but we would definitely come back earlier next time to try more dishes.
Andreea Gabriela
25 May 2026
5.0 ★
We went to Napoli and couldn’t find better pizza than this. Amazing, most delicious pizza you can get in the world. And we did try a lot of pizzerias, including in Italy. Delicious well made sourdough base, great quality cheese and toppings! Have been faithful clients for more than 10 years. We are so so so lucky to have Alessandro’s in Hawkes Bay! Must try!!
Jenny Vernon
18 Apr 2026
5.0 ★
OMG this place is world class Italian. The food was just sensational. We shared the meat balls in an amazing tomato sauce. then the GF Vegetable Lasagna. It was soooo light and tasty . It just melted. Just amazing.
And their Tiramisu was world class . Light and sensational flavours. We enjoyed as we do
in Italy a glass or two of the Montpulciano - excellent . Great find
Mitchell Dyer
15 Apr 2026
5.0 ★
I spent many years in Europe and one of the hardest things about coming back home to NZ was finding good pizza. Alessandros knock it out of the park every time. Whenever me and the Mrs want to celebrate a win, this is our spot. Consistent when it comes to food quality and great service.

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