Our Story
Developing genuine Italian pizza with dedication since 1985
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'RiverOakWay originated from a singular vision: to share true Neapolitan pizza with Paris. The Brown family established our pizza shop in 1985, a quaint venue with familial management and age-old recipes passed through generations.
Emily Brown, the progenitor, mastered the craft of pizza construction while journeying across Italy, apprenticing with eminent pizzaiolos in Naples, the cradle of pizza. Post her UK return, she was staunch in her objective to replicate Italian pizza authenticity, adopting age-old techniques and top-tier ingredients.
Initially a humble 12-seat pizzeria, we've expanded to become a cherished community fixture, though our allegiance to quality and genuineness endures. We persist in employing traditional wood-fired ovens, preparing our dough daily, and procuring the best ingredients accessible.
Presently, 'RiverOakWay' is still under the familial wing, managed by the Brown's second generation who steer our zealous crew. Though we've integrated certain contemporary advancements, the essence of our enterprise remains unchanged: producing delectable, genuine pizzas that convene people.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
We procure the most pristine, premium ingredients, partnering with local growers and Italian vendors to guarantee authentic savors.
Traditional Methods
Our pizzas are created following historic practices, with dough that rests for 48 hours and is then baked in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Community Focus
Our belief extends beyond the restaurant; we act as an integral part of the community, upholding local endeavors and fostering a convivial space for everyone.
Sustainability
We pledge allegiance to eco-friendly protocols, from minimizing food squander to selecting biodegradable packaging and endorsing sustainable farming.
Meet Our Team
The devoted individuals responsible for our sumptuous pizzas
Emily Brown
Owner & Head Chef
Second-tier owner and adept of Naples, refining our recipes for upwards of 15 years.
Isabella Ramirez
Executive Chef
Italian-trained with a 12 year culinary track record in our kitchen, focusing on dishes that celebrate the seasons.
Lorenzo Bianchi
Master Pizzaiolo
A Naples native, Lorenzo crafts impeccable pizzas for over two decades and imparts his knowledge to every pizza chef in our fold.
Emma Johnson
Restaurant Manager
Guarantees exemplary dining adventures and helms our service staff with congeniality and adeptness.
Benjamin Lee
Sommelier & Beverage Director
Manages our beverage program with a focus on Italian non-alcoholic drinks and ideal accompaniments for our pizzas.
What Our Customers Say
This Neapolitan pizza is as genuine as it gets outside of Italy. Its dough boasts just the right chejuicess and the signature char marks that only come from a true wood-fired oven.
George Harrison
Admiring that 'RiverOakWay' champions local produce and sustainable actions. The nuance in every slice is palpable. And their rotational menu highlights are always eagerly anticipated!
Lisa White
A patron for many years and their standard is unshakeable. The staff make you feel like part of the family, and the pizza? It's simply divine, befitting the establishment's appellation. Don't go past the Truffle Mushroom!
Edward Diaz
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizza Spot in Karlport
Local Culinary Prizes, 2019-2023
UK's Top 50 Pizza Outlets
National Gastronomy Survey, 2021-2023
Certified Authentic Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Award for Sustainable Business Approaches
District Eco Enterprise Society, 2022
Come Visit Us
Relish the experience of authentic Italian pizza within a comforting, amiable setting