Franco Manca, Italian pizzeria in Camden, England
Franco Manca is an Italian pizzeria in Camden that makes pizzas with handmade sourdough bases prepared fresh daily through a 24-hour fermentation process. The kitchen sources ingredients from small producers across the UK and Italy to maintain its traditional approach.
The restaurant began in 2008 when Giuseppe Mascoli and Bridget Hugo renamed and took over Franco's, a pizzeria that previously operated in Brixton Market. This takeover marked the start of its current operation and eventual expansion to its Camden location.
The establishment maintains traditional Neapolitan pizza-making methods while sourcing ingredients from small local producers across the United Kingdom and Italy.
The restaurant opens from noon and operates until 10 PM Sunday to Wednesday, with later hours until 11 PM Thursday to Saturday, accepting both reservations and walk-in customers. Peak times can fill quickly, so arriving early or booking ahead is wise if you want to avoid waiting.
The sourdough starter dates back to the 18th century and continues to be used today, giving the pizzas their distinctive flavor and texture. This centuries-old microbial ecosystem influences every pizza that comes out of the kitchen.
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