Our Journey
Since 1985, dedicated to creating genuine Italian pizza with a touch of passion
From Naples to Your Community
'CommonUtilityIndex sprang from a humble ambition: to introduce true Neapolitan pizza to London. Incepted by the Rossi lineage in 1985, our pizza shop began as a quaint, familial venture with secret recipes passed down generations.
Marco Rossi, the progenitor, mastered the traditional pizza craftsmanship during her sojourns across Italy, apprenticing with renowned pizza artisans in Naples, where pizza was first conceived. On returning to the UK, she was resolute in emulating the spell of authentic Italian pizza, favoring vintage styles and top-tier ingredients.
What started out as a humble 12-seat eatery has expanded to become a cherished local staple, yet our fidelity to superior quality and genuineness has remained steadfast. We persist in using traditional wood-fired ovens, crafting our pizza dough from scratch every day, and procuring the best ingredients available.
Today, 'CommonUtilityIndex' is still a family business, with the Rossi heirs now guiding our zealous team. Although we have integrated some contemporary advancements, the essence of our establishment endures: serving delectable, genuine pizza that unites our customers.
Our Core Principles
Fine Ingredients
We procure the most pristine and highest-caliber ingredients by allying with local producers and Italian suppliers to guarantee authentic taste experiences.
Ancient Techniques
The pizzas we offer are made following ancestral practices, including dough fermented over 48 hours and baked in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Focus on Community
We see ourselves as more than a mere restaurant—we endeavor to be integral members of our community, backing local projects and offering a convivial space for everyone.
Eco-consciousness
Our commitment lies in eco-friendly protocols, from minimizing food wastage to employing biodegradable packaging and endorsing sustainable farming practices.
Introducing Our Team
The enthusiastic individuals curating our scrumptious pizzas
Marco Rossi
Proprietor & Head Chef
Inheritor of the pizza parlour and trained in Naples, perpetuating and refining our pizza recipes for the past 15 years.
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Executive Chef
Italian-trained with 12 years of culinary expertise, specializing in a variety of innovative dishes.
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Chief Pizzaiolo
An original from Naples with more than two decades of perfecting pizzas and mentoring our novice pizza chefs.
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Restaurant Manager
Strives to provide an incomparable dining atmosphere and heads the service staff with cordiality and exceptional efficiency.
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Beverage Director
Curates our selection of beverages, specializing in Italian soft drinks and ideal pairings with our pizzas.
Customer Endorsements
The closest you'll get to a Neapolitan pizza outside Italy. The crust is just the right amount of chewy with the desirable charred spots only achieved by an authentic wood-fired oven.
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I appreciate how 'CommonUtilityIndex' opts for local products and sustainable actions. The distinction is apparent with every morsel. Their rotating specials are a constant delight!
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I've been a regular for years and the standard is always impeccable. The staff makes you feel at home, and the pizza is simply divine. Don't miss out on the Truffle Delight pizza!
