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A third-generation Naples pizzamaker, Ciro Salvo, has brought his world-famous pizza to London in July. In the private 'pizzaiolo' language of Neapolitan pizzamakers, 50 Kalò means 'good dough'.
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Summary
“The pizza is so good! – with lovely premium ingredients for the toppings too” – at this showcase just off Trafalgar Square for Ciro Salvo’s Naples-based chain. The cavernous space is “very lively”… to the extent it can seem “a little bit too loud”. Top Menu Tip – “great supplí” (Roman-style rice croquettes).
Summary
“Not quite as good as the original in Naples, but still a safe bet if you want a traditional Neapolitan pizza in the heart of the capital” – Ciro Salvo’s offshoot of his award-winning chain (which is indeed headquartered in Napoli) serves “seriously great” pizza “as Naples intended” (using his special long fermentation dough); and its “busy and vibrant” quarters are “an excellent find so close to Trafalgar Square!”. A few pizza anoraks say “it’s fine, just not London’s best”.
Summary
“Properly Italian pizza” – “the best in London, possibly in the UK” – is hiding in plain sight in the heart of the West End, just off Trafalgar Square. Ciro Salvo is a third-generation pizza maestro based in Naples, and his London offshoot showcases his secret-formula high-hydration and long fermentation ‘50 Kalo’ dough. “The dough is the fluffiest ever and every ingredient used is the best of the best, from olive taggiasche to Cetara anchovies to Piennolo pomodori. Incredible!”.
Summary
“Utterly delicious Neapolitan-style pizza” – the highest rated in town – is to be found here, where you’d least expect it – bang in the middle of the West End, just off Trafalgar Square. Neapolitan master pizza-slinger Ciro Salvo’s UK offshoot occupies a huge, “buzzy and lively” space in a hotel with its own entrance. 50 Kalò signifies ‘good dough’ in Napolitano, and Salvo’s secret is ultra-high hydration and long fermentation for a super-light crust.
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7 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY
Restaurant details
50 Kalò di Ciro Salvo Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Lively and full, good pizza, good price"
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £24.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.80 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
7 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
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