Neapolitan crust
The pizzas are praised for a light, airy crust with a well-charred finish and classic Neapolitan texture.
L'antica Pizzeria da Michele - City Walk
Al Wasl
L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele is a Neapolitan pizza restaurant in City Walk, Al Wasl, with pizzas baked in a visible oven alongside fresh pasta and Italian dishes. Reviews particularly highlight the light, airy crust, Pizza Margarita, tiramisu and attentive table service.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
3,250 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh baking
Pizzas arrive straight from the oven, which helps preserve their freshness and texture.
Gluten-free care
A coeliac diner reported that the restaurant takes care to avoid cross-contamination with its gluten-free pizza.
Strong desserts
The tiramisu gets unusually strong praise, with one reviewer calling it the best in the city.
Quick meals
One visit reported less than 10 minutes for appetizers, with the main meal arriving before they were finished.
Burj view
Outdoor seating can provide a pretty nighttime view of the Burj Khalifa.
Family welcome
Families are made to feel welcome; one diner specifically praised the warmth shown to their two-year-old.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check availability. Before choosing a pizza, ask whether every listed ingredient is available and confirm any substitutions and extra charges.
Visit off-peak. For a calmer experience, consider visiting when it is less crowded; one family review specifically preferred those quieter periods.
Choose outdoors. Pick outdoor seating if the Burj Khalifa view matters to you, especially at night; indoor seating may be more comfortable in windy weather.
Use dressings. If you like extra seasoning, try the table dressings with your pizza; a reviewer found them an excellent complement.
Ask gluten-free. If you have coeliac disease, ask about the gluten-free pizza and cross-contamination precautions before ordering.
Consider lunch. For a midday visit, ask about the executive lunch menu; one family enjoyed its pizza and sea bass selection.
Plan the visit
Practical details
CW2 RETAIL - Shop B11-00 - 04 Al Madina St
Al Wasl, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Salty risotto
The mushroom risotto was described as only okay because it was too salty.
Pesto bitterness
The kids' pesto pasta was reported to be bitter rather than especially child-friendly.
Ingredient changes
A diner was unhappy that unavailable ingredients were replaced without advance notice and changes required an extra charge.
Burnt crust
One visit found the pizza crust mostly burnt, with the smell affecting the meal.
Muted ambience
One reviewer felt the music and lighting did not match the quality of the food and service.
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The Bottom Line
L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele is a City Walk, Al Wasl destination for Neapolitan pizza, with pasta and other Italian dishes alongside it. The clearest draw is the pizza: reviews describe a thin, elastic or light and airy crust, fresh ingredients and pizzas arriving straight from the oven. Pizza Margarita is a recurring favourite, while the tiramisu also earns standout praise.
There is more to order than pizza. Reviews mention tagliatelle alla bolognese, fettuccine, seafood risotto, sea bass and Spaghetti Carbonara, with several diners finding the pasta fresh and flavourful. Families are welcomed, and one two-year-old particularly enjoyed the sea bass.
A gluten-free pizza is available, with a coeliac diner reporting careful attention to cross-contamination. The setting is warm and relaxed, with indoor and outdoor seating; the terrace can offer a nighttime Burj Khalifa view. Service is often attentive and helpful, though experiences are not perfectly consistent.
Check ingredient availability before ordering, since one diner encountered substitutions and extra charges. Prices are described as somewhat high by some reviewers, but reasonable or worthwhile to others given the quality. A few dishes have disappointed, including salty mushroom risotto, bitter kids’ pesto pasta and, on one visit, a mostly burnt crust.