Santa Maria, one of London’s most beloved pizzerias is celebrating its 15th anniversary with the opening of its sixth location in Paddington on Monday, 24th February 2025.
This milestone marks another exciting chapter for founders Angelo Ambrosio and Pasquale Chionchio, who first met in Napoli in the 1990s. Since launching their first pizzeria in Ealing in 2010, the duo has been at the forefront of London’s pizza scene, and their brand continues to grow with this latest expansion.
Santa Maria has long been renowned for its commitment to traditional Neapolitan pizza, and the new Paddington site stays true to that dedication to quality and authenticity. Located within the historic Frontline Club, a renowned hub for journalists and global affairs, the restaurant seamlessly blends rich storytelling with Santa Maria’s signature Neapolitan hospitality, further cementing its place at the heart of London’s food scene.
The journey began with a small 25-seat pizzeria in Ealing, which quickly became an institution after being named London’s Best Pizza by Time Out just two months after opening. Since then, Santa Maria has expanded to Fulham, Fitzrovia, Islington, and most recently, Kew Gardens. With Paddington, the Santa Maria family continues to grow, bringing its world-class pizza to an even wider audience.
With two openings in the past year—Kew Gardens and now Paddington—Santa Maria continues to offer the highest quality pizza in a welcoming and vibrant setting, solidifying its reputation as one of London’s premier pizza destinations. The Paddington location is set to attract both loyal fans and new customers, all eager to experience the exceptional pizza that has been winning hearts for 15 years.
Santa Maria Paddington opens its doors on Monday, 24th February 2025, at 13 Norfolk Place, Paddington, W2 1QJ.
