Capizzi Pizzeria
Rotorua
Wood Fired Pizza in the heart of Tutanekai street Rotorua
Hand stretched dough home made sauce cooked in wood fired wood in front of you.
At Capizzi Pizzeria Rotorua, we’re passionate about keeping the true spirit of Italian pizza alive — fresh ingredients, wood-fired perfection, and a lot of love in every slice. What began as a simple dream has grown into one of Rotorua’s favourite spots for authentic Italian dining, where every pizza tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship.
Our owner and head pizza chef, Vasu, discovered his passion for pizza-making more than 15 years ago while working at a pizzeria in New York. Inspired by the art of handcrafting pizzas and the joy of sharing great food, he brought that passion to New Zealand and joined Capizzi when it first opened in 2014 turning his vision of serving genuine Italian flavours into reality.
At Capizzi Pizzeria Rotorua, every pizza is made the traditional way — using hand-stretched dough, fresh house-made sauce, and quality toppings sourced from trusted local suppliers and Italian producers. Each pizza is baked in our wood-fired oven, giving it a crisp base, smoky aroma, and rich, authentic taste that keeps locals and visitors coming back.
Vasu’s personal favourite, “The Capizzi,” perfectly captures the restaurant’s essence — a hearty blend of pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, red onion, capsicum, and olives. It’s a flavour-packed tribute to everything we love about real Italian pizza.
Today, Capizzi Pizzeria Rotorua continues to serve the community with warmth, flavour, and passion. Whether you’re dining in, grabbing takeaway, or just sharing a meal with loved ones, we promise every bite will remind you why good pizza is meant to be shared.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday: 12.00pm - 9.00pm
