L’Artista brings authentic Neapolitan pizza artistry to Stuttgart’s Plieningen district, earning acclaim from locals and visitors as possibly the best pizza in the city. Run by Chef Nico Zingariello, this family-run pizzeria adheres strictly to traditional Neapolitan techniques – 48-hour dough fermentation, baking at 450 degrees in a wood-fired oven for just 90 seconds, and using only classic high-quality ingredients like fior di latte, San Marzano tomatoes, and imported Italian specialties. The characteristic dark bubbles on the pizza crust signal quality craftsmanship and proper fermentation. The small, intimate restaurant features a rustic contemporary atmosphere where diners can watch dough being freshly prepared before their eyes in the open kitchen. With Chef Zingariello’s reputation established through his previous “Streetfood Society” venture, L’Artista has become an insider tip for pizza enthusiasts willing to make the journey to this Stuttgart location.
Restaurant Menu
L’Artista focuses exclusively on Neapolitan pizza with classic preparations and traditional Italian ingredients.
Classic Neapolitan Pizzas form the foundation. Pizza Margherita (€13) features fior di latte, tomato sauce, parmesan, and fresh basil – the quintessential Neapolitan classic. Pizza Marinara showcases tomato datterino del Vesuvio, garlic, capers, black olives, anchovies, oregano, and basil. Bufalina (€15) features fior di latte, cherry tomatoes, basil, and creamy buffalo mozzarella.
Specialty Pizzas include Paradiso alla Salute (€16) with fior di latte, tomato sauce, fresh arugula, Parma ham, and buffalo mozzarella. Truffle cream base versions feature mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, and parmesan for earthy richness. Tuna-topped pizzas combine Vesuvio dried tomatoes, tuna steaks, red onion, and Gaeta olives.
Gourmet variations push creative boundaries while respecting Italian traditions. Pistachio cream base pizzas feature mortadella, lemon, pistachio grains, and parmesan flakes. Pecorino cheese cream base carbonara-inspired versions include guanciale (cured pork jowl) and pasteurized egg yolk cream. Homemade pulled pork pizzas offer cheddar cream, jalapeño mayo, and BBQ sauce for bold American-Italian fusion.
Appetizers include traditional bruschetta, arancini (Sicilian fried rice balls with meat ragù), potato croquettes stuffed with pulled pork, and eggplant millefeuille prepared according to grandmother’s recipe. Tiramisu receives specific praise for excellent authentic quality.
Pricing: Most pizzas €13-€16, averaging €10-11 per dish. The quality-to-price ratio earns consistent praise, with authentic Neapolitan principles creating light, fluffy crusts with characteristic dark bubbles from proper fermentation.
Reservation and Delivery Options
L’Artista operates as a small restaurant requiring advance reservations due to consistently high demand.
Hours: Mon-Fri: 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM Sat-Sun: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Phone: +49 (711) 456-8777 Email: [email protected] Website: lartista-pizza.de
Reservations: Highly recommended – restaurant is small and always full. Takeout/pickup available if fully booked.
Seating: Very small capacity creates intimate, cozy atmosphere with rustic contemporary decor and visible open kitchen.
Parking: Available approximately 590 meters away at AP+S Airport Park + Shuttle Service. Near Stuttgart Airport – accessible via bus, Uber, or walk.
Service features friendly, attentive staff with Italian charm. During peak periods, table turnover may be limited to approximately one hour due to high demand.
Location & Information
Address: L’Artista Pizza Filderhauptstraße 12 70599 Stuttgart-Plieningen, Germany
Secondary Location: Eberhardstraße 69-71, 70173 Stuttgart
Phone: +49 (711) 456-8777 Email: [email protected] Website: lartista-pizza.de
Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Filderhauptstraße+12+70599+Stuttgart+Germany
Located in Stuttgart’s Plieningen district, worth the 30-minute trip from city center according to reviewers.
Ratings: 5.0/5 TripAdvisor (3 reviews, #574 of 1,159 restaurants), 5/5 Speisekarte.de (2 reviews), 83 Falstaff points, 4.7 Facebook
Chef: Nico Zingariello (88K Instagram followers @lartistapizza.official)
Cuisine: Neapolitan Pizza, Italian
Specialties: 48-hour fermented dough, wood-fired oven at 450 degrees, 90-second bake time, imported Italian ingredients
Recognition: Featured in Falstaff’s “10 Best Pizzerias in Stuttgart.” Considered by many locals as the best pizza in the city.
Customer highlights: Called an “absolute insider tip” and “hidden gem.” Native Neapolitans praise authenticity, particularly the light, fluffy crust from multi-day fermentation. Described as “the best pizza I’ve ever had.” Many feel transported to Naples. Consistently noted as worth making a special 30-minute journey.
L’Artista represents Neapolitan pizza tradition at its finest – small, authentic, and uncompromising in quality.
