Tabelog ratingPizzeria da Ciruzzo (ピッツェリア・ダ・チールッツォ) brings the authentic taste of Naples to Fukuoka, helmed by a pizzaiolo who trained at the renowned Da Gaetano on the island of Ischia. The restaurant holds a certification for authentic Neapolitan pizza, and the owner bakes every pie himself in a wood-fired oven. The defining feature, praised in nearly every review, is the dough: crisp on the outside, yet remarkably chewy and moist within.
Guests consistently recommend classic pizzas like the Margherita, Romana, and Quattro Formaggi. Reviewers in 2024–2026 noted prices around ¥1,600 for a Romana and ¥1,775–¥1,850 for pizzas like the Margherita or Champignon. Beyond pizza, the antipasto plate is a popular starter, and the house-made pastas, such as a thick spaghetti with bottarga (karasumi) for around ¥1,980, also receive high marks. Most visitors find the quality excellent for the price, calling it worth a special trip.
The experience is focused squarely on the food. Several reviewers mention that service can be brusque or impatient, with a fast pace to clear tables. It's a place to enjoy a fantastic pizza rather than to linger. A few guests were also surprised by a table charge (reported between ¥300–¥500 per person) during dinner, which they felt wasn't clearly communicated. A typical meal costs around ¥2,000–¥2,999 for lunch and ¥4,000–¥4,999 for dinner.
- Getting There: A 5-minute walk from Imajuku Station (JR Chikuhi Line).
- Reservations: Recommended. The dining room is small and can be full; walk-ins may have to wait or be turned away. Bookings are cancelled if you are more than 20 minutes late.
- Payment: Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards like Suica, Rakuten Edy, iD), and QR code payments (PayPay, Alipay, etc.) are accepted.
- Table Charge: A table fee is charged during dinner hours. It's best to confirm the amount when ordering.
- Seating: 24 seats, including counter seating. No private rooms.
- Smoking: Prohibited inside. A smoking area is available outside.
- Parking: No dedicated parking. Paid coin parking is available nearby.