Our Story
Making genuine Italian pizza with dedication since 1985
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'HolmridgePark started with one ambition: to introduce true Neapolitan pizza to Rome. Established by the Romano family in 1985, our pizza shop began as a quaint, family-operated business with recipes passed down from our ancestors.
Marco Romano, our originator, mastered the pizza craft while exploring Italy, being mentored by renowned pizza chefs in Naples—the pizza's homeland. After coming back to the UK, she was committed to recreating the essence of genuine Italian pizza, employing age-old techniques and the purest ingredients.
From its origins as a humble 12-seat pizza shop, it has expanded into a cherished local establishment, while our dedication to excellence and genuineness has remained steadfast. We still employ traditional wood-burning ovens, prepare our dough from scratch daily, and seek out the best quality ingredients available.
To this day, 'HolmridgePark' is kept in the family, now with the Romano family's second generation managing our devoted crew. Although we've adopted certain contemporary technologies, the core of our operation stays unchanged: we create scrumptious, genuine pizza that unites people.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
We obtain the freshest and highest caliber ingredients, collaborating with local producers and Italian suppliers to guarantee original tastes.
Traditional Methods
We create our pizzas using ancestral practices, with dough that's left to rise for two days and cooked in genuine wood-fired pizza ovens.
Community Focus
Our belief is to be more than a mere eatery—we are an active element of our surroundings, backing local endeavors and providing a hospitable space for everyone.
Sustainability
Our commitment to ecologically friendly principles stretches from minimizing food waste to using biodegradable packaging and advocating for sustainable farming.
Meet Our Team
The dedicated individuals responsible for our delectable pizzas
Marco Romano
Owner & Head Chef
The second-generation proprietor trained in Naples, refining our recipes for more than 15 years.
Alexa Richardson
Executive Chef
Also trained in Italy and contributes over a decade of culinary experience to our kitchen, focusing on seasonal offerings.
Giuseppe Bianchi
Master Pizzaiolo
A Naples native, Giuseppe has been creating the perfect pizzas for over two decades and mentors all our incoming pizza chefs.
Elizabeth Murphy
Restaurant Manager
Her role includes ensuring each patron enjoys a superior dining experience and she leads our front-of-house crew with kindness and proficiency.
Kevin Wong
Sommelier & Beverage Director
Selects our assortment of beverages, with a specialization in Italian sodas and harmonizing refreshments to complement our pizza.
What Our Customers Say
The most genuine Neapolitan pizza I've experienced outside of Italy. The crust is flawlessly tender with those distinctive char marks that only come from a wood-burning oven.
Edward Brown
I appreciate that 'HolmridgePark' opts for local produce and eco-friendly operations. It's noticeable in every serving. Their seasonal creations are always eagerly anticipated!
Rebecca Turner
Have been a patron for years and the standards never falter. The staff makes you feel like kin, and the pizza is sheer bliss, true to its name. The Truffle Mushroom pizza should not be missed!
Andrew Garcia
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Food Honors, 2019-2023
Top 50 Pizza Establishments in the UK
Nationwide Gastronomy Index, 2021-2023
Certification for Authentic Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Award for Eco-Friendly Business Practices
Area Eco-Business Collective, 2022
Come Visit Us
Discover the flavor of real Italian pizza in a cozy, inviting setting