pronto pizza da gennaro

Just a short drive from Vasto in the charming town of San Salvo, Pronto Pizza da Gennaro has been quietly serving some of the most authentic pizza you’ll find in this corner of Abruzzo. This isn’t your typical tourist spot – it’s the kind of place where locals gather for dinner and everyone knows Gennaro by name. The pizzeria embodies that wonderful Italian tradition of doing one thing exceptionally well, and here that’s wood-fired pizza made with genuine care and quality ingredients.

The menu focuses on classic Neapolitan-style pizzas with perfectly charred crusts and fresh, local toppings. You’ll find all the traditional favorites alongside some creative combinations that showcase the best of Abruzzo’s ingredients. The Pizza Margherita here is absolutely stellar – simple but executed flawlessly with San Marzano tomatoes and creamy mozzarella. Don’t miss their Pizza Diavola if you like a bit of spice, and the Quattro Stagioni is a masterclass in balanced flavors.

The atmosphere is wonderfully unpretentious and welcoming, with that genuine neighborhood pizzeria feel that’s increasingly rare to find. The interior is simple but clean, with a few tables and the mesmerizing glow of the wood oven taking center stage. You’ll hear the satisfying sound of pizza peels sliding across the oven floor and catch whiffs of that incredible wood smoke that makes everything taste better. It’s the kind of place where conversation flows easily and you never feel rushed.

For American visitors staying in Vasto, this is absolutely worth the short trip to San Salvo. It’s perfect for those evenings when you want authentic Italian pizza without the tourist markup or pretense. The prices are incredibly reasonable, the quality is outstanding, and you’ll get that authentic local experience that makes traveling so rewarding. Just remember to bring cash and maybe brush up on your Italian – the genuine article comes with genuine Italian hospitality.