Port’Alba is a historic pizzeria on Via Port’Alba in Naples’ old town, with origins as a street-food stand in 1738 and a restaurant from 1830. Its long history is part of the visit, but the draw is still the pizza: choose a classic Margherita or Marinara, or browse a menu with more than 100 options. The pizzas are cooked in a wood-fired oven, and you can also look for pizza a portafoglio, folded and wrapped for eating on the go.
A pizzeria with roots in street food
Port’Alba’s history begins in 1738, when it operated as a street-food stand. It became a pizzeria in 1830. The address is Via Port’Alba, 18, in Naples’ historic center, beneath the archway on the street connecting Piazza Dante and Piazza Bellini.
Its place in pizza history is closely tied to the name Port’Alba. The pizzeria is regarded as one of Naples’ oldest, and is often associated with the city’s first pizzeria. The claim to being the first in the world is part of its story, though accounts of pizza’s origins are not always consistent.
What to order
The menu lists more than 100 pizza options, so start with a familiar Neapolitan choice if you want to keep things simple. A Margherita brings tomato, mozzarella and basil; a Marinara pairs tomato with garlic and oregano. Marinara with mushrooms is another option.
The pizzas are cooked in a wood-fired oven lined with volcanic rock. If you want to try more than one style, sharing can help: portions may be larger than expected. The menu also includes items such as arancini, calzone and fritto misto, alongside wine and beer.
Pizza to eat on the go
Port’Alba is also linked to pizza a portafoglio, a pizza folded into quarters, wrapped in paper and eaten while walking. The name means “wallet pizza,” referring to its folded shape. It offers a different way to try pizza here than sitting down for a full meal.
If you are exploring the old town, lunchtime or early evening can fit a stop into a street-food crawl. You can choose a folded pizza to carry on, or settle in and take time over a whole pie. The broad menu makes it easy to keep the order classic or ask the staff for suggestions.
Preguntas frecuentes
Where is Port’Alba in Naples?
It is at Via Port’Alba, 18, in the historic center, on the street connecting Piazza Dante and Piazza Bellini.
What should I order at Port’Alba?
Try a classic Margherita or Marinara, or choose Marinara with mushrooms. Pizza a portafoglio is a folded, paper-wrapped option for eating on the go.
How long has Port’Alba been open?
It began as a street-food stand in 1738 and became a pizzeria in 1830.
Does Port’Alba serve food to take away?
Pizza a portafoglio is folded, wrapped in paper and served to eat on the go.
