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22/05/2026
FRANCO’S FORECAST:☀️
This is our order to bring the heat 😎
🧡Start with a Spritz, even better enjoy 2 for £13.50 with us
🧡Get a platter for the table, or for yourself we won’t judge.
🧡Try the Spring Lamb Pea-zza, seasonal and fresh.
🧡Dig into a burrata with our Caprese salad 🍅
🧡Don’t skip dessert! Our pistachio cannolo is the perfect finish (with another spritz of course).
Perfetto 👌
20/05/2026
After initial sightings, tonight there’s a half moon in the sky…and across our pizzerias.
The Mezzaluna. Half pizza. Half calzone. Half moon.🌛🍕
The perfect pizza for any Gemini moon who can’t decide what they want.
18/05/2026
A new phenomenon has been sighted. One small fold for pizza, one giant leap for flavour. 🔭🌛
15/05/2026
It’s written in the stars 🌛✨ Have you spotted it yet? 🔭
12/05/2026
You need this ASAP - a spritz and pizza. (Psst get 2 spritz for £13.50 all may 🍹)
08/05/2026
Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.
Pulled lamb ragu? Pea and mint cream? (Actually) Groundbreaking.
22/04/2026
Our new menu just dropped and girl dinner got a glow up 🤌🏼
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20/04/2026
No tubes? No problem. The perfect last minute London marathon training 💪🏼 Reward yourself with free pizza for medal holders this Sunday and a Monday🏅
24/11/2025
Enter code FMBLACKFRIDAY2025 at checkout ✅
Get 25% extra free with every online gift card purchase made until Sunday 30th November.
Stocking fillers just got tastier 🍕
14/11/2025
He said it was just luck. We’re not so sure… 🤔
Order Franco’s Christmas set menu, play a round of Tombola and see if you have what it takes to take home a prize - from Italian staples, to a few surprises we couldn’t resist throwing in. 🎁
Available at all Franco Manca restaurants, T&C’s apply.🍕
12/11/2025
Christmas at Franco’s has never looked so good. 🎄
Get 3 courses for £25 - including our limited edition star of the season:
White béchamel pizza with crispy pancetta, wild mushrooms, stilton, cranberry & smoked almonds. 🍕
Order from our set menu and play Franco’s Tombola to be in with a chance of winning Franco goodies! Available in all restaurants from today. 🎁
30/10/2025
👻 Spooky szn is amomg us, and what better way to celebrate than with our Autumn special? Turns out it *is* to die for...
Sweet purple potato base, mozzarella, tropea red onions, roasted butternut squash, semi dried tomatoes, zafferano & grana dressing and dry chilli threads. 🔥
27/10/2025
Win a trip to see in London or on the UK and Ireland Tour! Enter via the link in our bio and look out for activity sheets in our pizzerias this half-term. 👀
We were joined by the RSC’s Mrs Phelps and 4 Matilda’s in our restaurant in London - what better way to celebrate than with a pizza masterclass 👩🍳
Enter our competition now, good luck!
21/10/2025
FRANCO’S TOMBOLA IS ARRIVING TO FRANCO MANCA 🎁🎄
Our Christmas menu is almost here - and this year, we’re bringing a little Italian tradition to the table…
Book your Christmas set menu at Franco Manca, and after your dinner you’ll get the chance to play Franco’s Tombola - Italy’s festive game of luck, laughter & prizes!
Win goodies like:
🫒 Extra virgin olive oil
🥖 Our iconic Regenerative flour
🥓 Chorizo (for our No.6 lovers)
🍷 Campari from our friends over at
… and plenty more 👀
Book your table now via the link in bio. Don’t miss out. 🎅🍕
10/10/2025
Made with regenerative flour, naturally fermented, and proved for 24 hours. It’s handmade & good for your gut… it’s the dough that loves you back. ❤️
23/01/2020
In partnership with Uber Eats we will be donating £1 to FareShare for every order for one week, starting today. FareShare redistribute surplus food which would otherwise go to waste to charities and food banks. We will also add free Nocellara green olives to every order. Available only when you order on Uber Eats before 27th Jan 2020.
21/08/2019
👨🎓👩🎓GCSE students it's your turn - join us for a pizza on the house tomorrow (Thursday 22nd Aug 2019) at any of our pizzerias. Simply show us proof of your results to redeem. More info: https://bit.ly/2KGeH8P
21/08/2019
Tomatoes matter. Our red piennolo DOP are filled with flavour thanks to the long Italian summers. Say no to average tomatoes 🍅https://bit.ly/2NohQNI
15/08/2019
Franco Manca Salina, our summer Italian outpost for when the British summer isn't really cutting it. https://bit.ly/2Z62gs7
14/08/2019
Sourdough for the students 👩🏼🎓if you’re receiving your GCSE or A Level results this year, join us for a pizza on the house on Thursday 15th 2019 (A Level) and Thursday 22nd 2019 (GCSE) at any of our pizzerias. Simply show us proof of your results to redeem. More info: https://bit.ly/2KGeH8P 📷: / .justjoe._
01/08/2019
Our tiramisu - a classic Italian post pizza dish, handmade every day by our pizzaioli ☕ https://bit.ly/2OwQ2c0
31/07/2019
Our new menu is here 🙌 Our new No.7 was created by Roy Caceres. It’s got lightly spiced Ventricina salami, green peppers from Vesuvio, mozzarella, wild mizuna & rocket leaves and a
roasted baby plum tomato & spicy n’duja drizzle. https://bit.ly/2YdcYRY
23/07/2019
Leeds - we're open! For the first two weeks all of our pizzas will be £5 (dine in only), and for every pizza sold, we'll donate a pizza to those in need: https://bit.ly/2SAYTYz
23/07/2019
Our Nero d’Avola. Made in Alcamo, a small town in Sicily, it’s round and medium bodied. Great with sourdough, if you ask us. https://bit.ly/2XZPI9Z
12/07/2019
Our mozzarella - enough to make any Italian proud. Read more about our ingredients: https://bit.ly/2Jug5vM
05/07/2019
WIN FREE PIZZA 👏🏻 Our new No.7 is on it's way. Created by Roy Caceres, it's got lightly spiced Ventricina salami, green peppers from Vesuvio, mozzarella, wild mizuna & rocket leaves and a roasted baby plum tomato & spicy n’duja drizzle. Enter our competition to try it first: https://bit.ly/2Jqnz1Q
01/07/2019
Our Negroni Sbagliato - now available - find it on our blackboards 🙆
Address
1-5 Catherine Street
London
WC2B 5JZ
If you are planning to use public transport, the nearest tube station is Covent Garden which is served by the Piccadilly line. From there, walk south towards Catherine Street for approximately 7 minutes until you reach your destination.
Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, there are several car parks nearby such as NCP Covent Garden and Q-Park Chinatown which are both just a few minutes' walk away from Catherine Street. However, please note that parking in central London can be quite expensive and traffic can be heavy during peak times.
Another option could be to use a bike or a scooter rental service like Lime or Bird which are available throughout the city. There are also several bicycle stands located on many streets in this area where you can park your rented bike or scooter safely.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 11pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 11pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 11:30pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 11:30pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 10:30pm |
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What people say
If you're looking for delicious, authentic Italian pizza in London, look no further than Franco Manca on Catherine Street. This pizza place prides itself on simplicity and quality ingredients, with a focus on sourdough crusts that are made fresh daily. The oven used to cook the pizzas is heated to an impressive 500°C, ensuring that each pie comes out perfectly crispy and full of flavor.
What sets Franco Manca apart from other pizza places is their commitment to keeping things simple. They don't overcomplicate their menu or overprice their dishes, making it an affordable option for anyone craving a delicious slice of pizza. And while they may not stuff their crusts like some other places do, the sourdough crusts are so flavorful and satisfying that you won't even miss the extra toppings.
The slow-quick process used to make the pizzas means that the flavors and aromas are locked in, resulting in a truly mouth-watering experience. And best of all, you won't have to wait long for your food - Franco Manca prides itself on quick service without sacrificing quality.
Overall, if you're looking for authentic Italian pizza made with high-quality ingredients and cooked to perfection, Franco Manca on Catherine Street is definitely worth checking out.
