Gigis Pizza Shop — Restaurant in Bristol

Pizza. It’s no longer just food, is it? It’s a way of life. A cultural moment. Where once you’d pop out for “a pizza,” now you find yourself wading knee-deep in existential questions. What sort of pizza are we talking about here? Is it artisan? Sourdough? Neapolitan? Detroit-style? Vegan? Bristol, the city that could gentrify a traffic cone and make it Instagrammable, has embraced this pizza zeitgeist and, naturally, turned it up to eleven.

Enter Gigi Pizza. In a city that has made a habit of transforming derelict corners into gastronomic temples, Gigi’s has found its place with ease. The design is stripped back and minimal, the kind of aesthetic that suggests the focus is firmly on the food. A few industrial flourishes, some sleek seating, and a vibe that says, “We know we’re cool, but we’re not trying too hard.”

But here’s the twist. Gigi’s sells slices. Yes, slices (whole pizza’s too). In America, this is as common as ketchup on chips, but here? Revolutionary. Game-changing. It’s perfect for the indecisive eater who wants a snack or a smorgasbord of different toppings without committing to the marriage of a whole pizza. It feels casual yet curated, playful yet precise.

The pizza itself? Oh, it’s good. It’s really good. The Margherita? A classic done perfectly, with tangy tomato and creamy mozzarella. The vodka pizza? A revelation—silky, rich, and utterly addictive. These are slices you’ll want to come back for again and again.

The drinks menu eschews mainstream soft drinks for the sort of artisanal sodas and craft brews that come in matte glass bottles with labels you’ll want to photograph. San Pellegrino? Please. Try the kombucha or the Gigi’s peach iced tea and tell me it doesn’t taste like the future.

Bristol, with its ever-evolving food scene and its knack for turning empty shopfronts into hotspots, didn’t need another pizza place. But Gigi’s isn’t just a pizza place. It’s a statement, a snack, a movement. So, go on. Have a slice. Or two. Or three. You’ll leave feeling cooler than when you walked in—and that’s saying...

Came here on a whim with some mates on a day out in Bristol. We'd just completed an escape room and were in need of something to celebrate our victory! Gigi's was the perfect place! Why? Upon entering, you're met with a buzz of locals queuing up for slices (what a novelty that you can pick up individual slices) groups sitting down at tables having a great time and all the staff behind the counter wonderfully executing their craft of pizza making.

We were able to grab a table shortly after arriving as a group were leaving, booking isn't a thing here and you have to turn up and hope for a table which isn't great but I guess from a business perspective it removes a lot of admin. Anyhow, we deliberated on our order but opted for two 18inch pizzas between the three of us not realising how big they would be. 1 was margherita and 1 was the beef ragu. Ordering is done at the counter but the pizzas and drinks are brought to the table. When the pizzas arrived we were in awe of their size and beauty, not to mention how ludicrously thin they were! Both pizzas were wonderfully crisp without being floppy, soggy, chewy or dry. They had managed to get the perfect balance. You could hold up a whole slice without it flopping over, a rare thing! The sauce was exceptional along with the quality and quantity of cheese used. No condiments were required which is a testament to the great quality and taste of the pizzas.

The dough was aerated, seasoned and I noticed a chef preparing the base, light was coming through the sheet of dough without breaking which was crazy to see! Just shows how thin they were able to get it. We just about managed to finish the pizzas with a few crusts left over. My only gripe would be that the crusts could be reduced but given how amazing the dough tasted, it's not really an issue. Anyways, thank you so much to the team at Gigi's for making my day out with friends...

If you're a pizza lover, Gigi's Pizza Shop is an absolute must-visit! After my husband discovered this gem through the YouTube channel Only Scrans (their Scrans Away series, we're located in Bristol), he was eager to check it out, and it turned out to be the perfect lunch spot for our date day this week.

I ordered the Cacio E Pepe, while my husband opted for the Ragu, accompanied by a side of their garlic and herb dip. Let me just say, WOW! Both pizzas were not only delectable but also incredibly refined. Each bite was a taste sensation that left us both in awe. I genuinely can't describe how amazing they were—you simply have to try them for yourself!

We are already planning our return trip to explore the other flavours on the menu (I'm particularly eyeing the Onion pizza!). I can't recommend Gigi's highly enough—if I could give it 10 stars, I absolutely would. Don't miss out on this...