There’s no doubt that Manchester loves a good slice and luckily the city has plenty of pizzerias to choose from ranging from Neapolitan to deep pan. However, Manchester pizza institution Ciaooo is set to bring a new kind of pizza to the city for the very first time in the form of authentic Romana pizza al taglio served by the slice.
Pizza by the slice isn’t new to Manchester – but Roman pizza is. Baked low and slow on large trays in an electric oven, then cut into generous 9×6” slices, pizza al taglio (which translates to “by the cut”) is known for its crispy base, light and airy dough, and fresh Italian toppings. Ciaooo By The Slice will serve a daily line-up of eight flavour-packed toppings, from pulled pork and truffle oil, pepperoni and homemade hot honey, to being loaded with a fresh chicken salad (a Roman staple), alongside Margherita and Marinara-based vegetarian and vegan options.
Opening on June 6, the new sister concept from Ciaooo will take over their Shudehill venue that was home to Ciaooo’s Loaded Garlic Bread. But with diners continuing to choose the original restaurant on Manchester’s Swan Street for pizza and garlic bread together, co-founders Stefano Mordecchi and Lory Grigorie saw an opportunity to try something different – and return to their roots.
Originally from Rome, the duo previously ran two Roman pizza shops in the capital, with Stefano training under renowned Roman chef, Gabriele Bonci. After moving to Manchester, Stefano earned his crust as head pizza chef at Double 00 in Chorlton, before launching Ciaooo in 2018. The brand quickly developed a loyal following for their creative Neapolitan pizzas and fully loaded garlic breads, but now they’re going back to where it all began with Ciaooo By The Slice.
Founder Lory Grigorie said: “We’ve always been passionate about Roman pizza – it’s where we started. Opening Ciaooo Loaded Garlic Bread gave us the chance to try something new, and while people loved the garlic bread, they still wanted great pizza too. That made us realise it was time to bring something different to Manchester – something that really reflects our roots and what we love.”
In addition to pizza, Ciaooo By The Slice will serve Lory’s handmade tiramisu – a fan favourite in its own right – in flavours including Classic, Biscoff, Pistachio, and Kinder Bueno and also serving up a rotating special – kicking off with a combination of banana, salted caramel and crispy pancetta. An indulgent treat, served in bespoke and branded, travel-friendly tins, these tiramisus are ideal for enjoying in, grabbing on the go, or taking home – for those with strong willpower.
📍Ciaooo By The Slice, 93–95 Shudehill, Manchester, M4 4AN.
🕛 Opening hours will run from 12pm–10pm, Monday to Sunday.