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Alley Cat Pizza
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
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About the Vibe
Alley Cats Pizza brings the chaotic, cool energy of NYC to Chelsea's King's Road. Think red-and-white chequered tables, Sopranos on the brick wall, and groups spilling out onto the pavement. The pizzas are genuinely great—crispy, ballooned crusts with bold toppings like halal pepperoni with honey or Tuna Bonito (yes, real Ortiz tuna). It's not quiet or refined, but if you want a fun, loud night out with solid pizza and garlic mayo for dipping, this is your spot.
Known For
- •NYC-style crispy crust
- •Halal pepperoni with honey
- •Tuna Bonito pizza
- •Garlic mayo dipping sauce
- •Sopranos on the wall
Best For
casual group dinnersdate night (if you like loud)late-night pizzacheeky takeout
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 1, 2026
Loud, fun, and genuinely great pizza
Alley Cats Pizza is exactly what you'd hope for from a Chelsea outpost of the Marylebone favourite: loud, unpretentious, and serving some of the best NYC-style pizza in London. The crust hits that perfect sweet spot—crispy and ballooned at the edges, slightly droopy in the middle, and loaded with flavour. The halal pepperoni with honey and jalapeños is a standout, balancing smoky spice with just enough sweetness, while the Tuna Bonito pizza is a novelty that actually works (they use the fancy Ortiz tuna you'd find in delis, not some sad substitute).
The atmosphere is part of the appeal if you're in the mood for something energetic. The music is turned up, the red-and-white chequered tables are always full, and yes, you'll need your phone torch to read the menu. It's curated chaos, but that's the point. The garlic mayo is a must-order for every pizza—trust us, you'll want one per pie. It's not a quiet romantic spot, but for a fun night out with friends or a cheeky solo pizza, it delivers.
If you're after something more refined or peaceful, look elsewhere. But if you want solid pizza, a lively crowd, and an experience that feels like a slice of Brooklyn in Chelsea, Alley Cats is hard to beat. Just be prepared for the noise and the wait if you're going at peak time.