Tabelog ratingPizzeria Beatrice (ピッツェリアベアトリーチェ) is a celebrated pizzeria in Akashi, officially certified by the 'Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana' as a purveyor of true Neapolitan pizza. The heart of the kitchen is a wood-fired oven imported directly from Naples, which produces a crust that guests consistently praise: perfectly charred and crisp at the edges, yet soft and chewy toward the centre.
While the classic Margherita is a popular choice, the restaurant's signature pizzas draw the most acclaim. The 'Beatrice' is topped with generous amounts of local Akashi octopus and smoked mozzarella, while seasonal specials frequently highlight other local catches, such as the shirasu (whitebait) marinara. Other often-mentioned favourites include the Pizza Etna and the Quattro Formaggi. The convivial, trattoria-style dining room with its colourful tableware adds to the authentic experience.
The restaurant is small and popular, and some guests note that service can slow down during busy periods. Pizzas are often brought out one at a time, and there can be an expectation that each diner orders their own pie. While most staff are friendly, a few reviewers have mentioned brusque interactions. Despite these minor points, most diners consider the restaurant excellent value for its high-quality, authentic pizzas.
Reviewers in 2024–2026 reported lunch prices between ¥1,000–¥1,999 and dinner from ¥2,000–¥2,999. Specific dishes included the shirasu-rich marinara for around ¥1,550 and the signature 'Beatrice' pizza for approximately ¥2,400.
- Reservations: Reservations are strongly recommended as the restaurant is small and often full. Online reservations are accepted for weekday dinners only; for lunch, weekends, and holidays, please book by phone.
- Getting There: The pizzeria is a 10-minute walk from Okuradani Station (Sanyo Electric Railway) or a 14-minute walk from Asagiri Station (JR Line).
- Payment: Credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards, iD), and QR code payments (PayPay) are accepted.
- Seating: There are 17 seats, including counter seating. No private rooms are available.
- Children: Children, babies, and strollers are welcome.
- Parking: Limited parking is available, with 9 spaces in total across two nearby lots.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Takeout: Takeout is available.
