Spring Street Pizza
Bankside, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Spring Street Pizza is a practical Southwark choice for a casual lunch or early dinner when ease matters more than ceremony. Use it as a low-friction stop around Borough Market plans; cross-shop Barrafina for Spanish counter dining, Casa do Frango for a bigger group meal, or Kolae for Thai cooking nearby.
About Spring Street Pizza
Spring Street Pizza is a London venue with a casual dress code and a direct set of published opening hours. Use the hours and the casual setting to decide whether it fits your day rather than relying on assumptions about format, menu, price or service style.
For comparison planning, it can sit alongside other London dining options such as Barrafina, Casa do Frango, Heard, Kolae and O Ver Borough. The better choice will depend on what kind of meal you want, but for Spring Street Pizza specifically, the key planning points are when it is open and that the dress code is casual.
Use it for a casual London meal, with the hours doing the planning work
Spring Street Pizza is closed on Monday, opens 5–10 PM on Tuesday, 12–10 PM Wednesday to Saturday, 12–9 PM on Sunday. That makes it easier to plan around on days when it opens from midday, while Tuesday is an evening-only option.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose Spring Street Pizza when you want a casual London option and its published hours suit your schedule. If you are still deciding, compare it with Barrafina, Casa do Frango, Heard, Kolae and O Ver Borough as other named options to consider.
For broader planning, the London restaurants guide is the better route if this stop is part of a fuller itinerary. The main takeaway for Spring Street Pizza is simple: casual dress, closed Monday, evening hours on Tuesday, midday-to-evening hours from Wednesday through Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- Arch 32, Southwark Quarter, Southwark St, London SE1 1TE, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- springstpizza.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Spring Street Pizza occupies an arch beneath the Thameslink and Jubilee viaducts, and the site’s industrial infrastructure shapes the experience: think low-slung ceilings, exposed brick and a focus on one thing done well. The write-up frames the operation as a single-focus, independent operator in a market-savvy stretch of Southwark, where Borough Market’s provenance expectations rub off on nearby kitchens. The kitchen’s allegiance to Neapolitan technique and wood-fired cooking gives the pizzas a classically crafted edge, so the overall impression is of a straightforward, workmanlike spot where technique and ingredient quality are the main attractions.
Best For
This is a neighbourhood go-to for people who want serious pizza without pretense. Its location in Arch 32, close to Borough Market, makes it a natural stop for market visitors and locals alike, and its single-focus format suits casual groups looking to share a few pies. The emphasis on provenance and Neapolitan technique means it also appeals to diners who care about flour, tomatoes and char — not just speed or convenience. Expect it to work well for relaxed group meals and informal daytime or evening visits rather than formal dining occasions.
Ordering Tips
Spring Street’s strengths are plain in its signature pies; the Margherita and Marinara are the clearest statements of its approach, so start there to judge crust, tomato and char. The write-up highlights Neapolitan technique and wood-fired cooking, so expect blistered crust and focussed toppings rather than overloaded pizzas. If provenance matters to you, ask staff about flour and tomato sourcing — the neighbourhood’s market culture makes those questions relevant. For groups, order a couple of different pies to share so you can compare how the kitchen handles classic templates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back and energetic atmosphere in a compact 19-seat space beneath arches, perfect for casual dining and fun nights out.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Margherita
- Marinara
Planning details
Location
Arch 32, Southwark Quarter, Southwark St, London SE1 1TE, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is full
Try O Ver Borough first if the group wants to stay close and keep the meal Italian. Choose Casa do Frango if the party is larger or wants a more shareable Portuguese-style dinner.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Southwark
Spring Street Pizza is the easier, more casual choice if the plan needs to stay flexible. O Ver Borough is the more direct Italian cross-shop nearby, while Barrafina is stronger for diners who want Spanish small plates and a counter-led room rather than a quick pizza-led meal.
For groups, Casa do Frango is the safer pick when shared plates and a more expansive Portuguese-style format suit the table. Kolae is the better move when the draw is Thai cooking and a more flavour-driven dinner plan. Heard is another London alternative to check when availability or mood makes Southwark less convenient.
The practical verdict: choose Spring Street Pizza for ease, location and a casual meal; choose Barrafina or Kolae when the food style is the reason for going; choose Casa do Frango when the group needs a more flexible shared format.
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Compare Spring Street Pizza
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Street Pizza | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| O Ver Borough | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Casa do Frango | London | Piri-piri chicken / Portuguese-style | ; | No published awards |
| Heard | London | ; | ; | 2026 World's 101 Best Burgers · #542025 World's Best Steaks 25 Best Burgers · #25 |
| Barrafina | London | Tapas Bar, Spanish | ££ | No published awards |
| Kolae | London | Thai | ££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2025 National Restaurant Awards Top 100 · #33The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Spring Street Pizza open?
Spring Street Pizza opens from 12 PM Wednesday to Sunday, closes at 10 PM Wednesday to Saturday, closes at 9 PM on Sunday. Tuesday is evening only, from 5–10 PM, Monday is closed.
What are alternatives to Spring Street Pizza in London?
Other London options to compare include O Ver Borough, Casa do Frango, Barrafina, Heard and Kolae. Choose based on the kind of meal you want, check each venue's current details before booking.
Is Spring Street Pizza good for solo dining?
Spring Street Pizza has a casual dress code and published opening hours that may suit a straightforward solo meal.
Is Spring Street Pizza good for a special occasion?
What should a first-timer know about Spring Street Pizza?
Spring Street Pizza is in London, the dress code is casual, Monday is closed. The hours are Tuesday 5–10 PM, Wednesday to Saturday 12–10 PM, Sunday 12–9 PM.
