We are open

Mon – Thurs 4.30 – 9.30pm

Fri & Sat 4.30 – 10pm

Sun – Closed

You can now book online using this link

For tables of 8 or more, please call first on 01765 602 034 to check availability

Prima on Kirkgate

A Passion for Food

Pietro loved cooking from an early age and this led him to have his first experience at age 15, working in a professional kitchen in his hometown of Canosa di Puglia in Southern Italy. Since then, it’s been his passion. But his greatest food memory is of his mother’s Ragu cooking on the stove, the aromas of that rich sauce filled the whole house.

In 2015 Pietro came to Ripon to work at Prima Pizzeria, where he developed his skills and fired his ambition. He started at the bottom and worked his way up very quickly going from Commis to Head Chef in just 3 years. However, in November 2021, an opportunity to fulfil his dream presented itself. After 37 years, the Fantoni family were ready to hand over the reins. Now Pietro and his team are carrying on the tradition of delivering an authentic Italian dining experience in Ripon.

 Pietro says “Being a Chef and Restaurateur is the ultimate job for someone who loves food. No two days are the same, trying out new dishes, listening to what your customers say, tweaking recipes and constantly looking to improve. But above all, it’s immensely rewarding and great fun”.

He loves to travel, experiencing new food and all types of restaurants. It’s this along with his Italian heritage which inspires every dish. That passion for food which saw Pietro make the move from Puglia to Yorkshire which is at the heart of what a customer can expect from the kitchen.

That’s why he makes a point of meeting all his local suppliers personally to ensure the quality of their produce. From locally reared meat and poultry to his favourite Brymor Ice Cream, Pietro ensures standards are maintained. Even the wine needs the seal of approval before it goes on the list…!

Put simply, Prima Pizzeria serves great food, in a cosy atmosphere, with the buzz of a busy restaurant which makes booking highly recommended – especially at weekends.

The house “Blackboard Menu” is updated on a regular basis to accommodate for fresh seafood and seasonal game. We have an Early Bird Menu from 4.30pm until 6.30pm and a Children’s Menu is available. Prima Pizzeria also has an extensive Take Away Menu if you want the Prima Experience at home.

Located, only a two-minute walk from either Ripon Market Place or Ripon Cathedral, Prima Pizzeria, is at 33 Kirkgate which is a characterful cobbled street packed with small shops.

Pietro and the team are looking forward to welcoming you to Prima Pizzeria 

 

If you would like to make a reservation…

Call us on

01765 602034

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Opening Times

 

We’re open every day except Sunday

Monday – Thursday 4.30pm until 9.30pm

Friday & Saturday 4.30pm until 10pm  

 

We offer an Early Bird Menu from 4.30pm until 6.30pm Monday – Thursday, and until 6pm Friday – Saturday (Not available on Bank Holiday Weekends)

 

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What our customers say about us…

Andrew Passmore
Andrew Passmore
21. June, 2024.
Absolutely fantastic service and wonderful food - we brought a large group, and Pietro and his team were so accommodating. Hope we can visit again soon!
SIMON PRATT
SIMON PRATT
9. June, 2024.
A very good Italian, first class food and service, very nice starter scallops, had a mixed grill (not very Italian I know) all cooked to perfection all meals on adjacent tables looked fantastic too. Very nice primitivo. Couldn't ask for more from our servers. Go and try it.
Matthew Myers
Matthew Myers
28. May, 2024.
Very good Italian. Service was good, food was lovely. Me and my partner had 1 starter each, a main each, a desert and a coffee. All for under £80. Very reasonable. Staff was very helpful with any dietary needs. I would deffo return.
jacky mercury
jacky mercury
14. May, 2024.
Fantastic food, if I lived in Ripon I would be there every week!
Holly Craven
Holly Craven
8. April, 2024.
Always great
Stephen Adams
Stephen Adams
19. March, 2024.
This was our go to Italian restaurant when we lived in Ripon years ago as a family. It only seemed fitting that we had our dad's 80th birthday meal there. From the point of reserving the table to adding an extra seat a day before the pre meal service was excellent. The restaurant was welcoming and still has that atmosphere that we remember. Quality of food was excellent and we hardly had to wait between courses. For me Primas is an easy recommendation for anyone wanting a good meal
  • star rating  Delicious!!!! - Another lovely evening in Prima Pizzeria last night. Warm, welcoming and romantic. The team are so welcoming and helpful. Consistently spot on food and good wine. The lasagna and risotto... read more

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    December 29, 2022

    star rating  Amazing staff, fabulous food and a great wine selection fabulous. We have been here a few time and everything is always tasty and fresh. Super!

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    November 10, 2021

    star rating  I was booked in with a group of friends, some of whom I had not seen for a while in person because of covid.

    I ordered from the early... read more

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    August 22, 2021
  • star rating  What a fabulous night, lovely greeting, chose from the two course early bird menu, prawns and Lasagne, lovely presented , both cooked to perfection and the lasagne omg, I would... read more

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    October 5, 2021

    star rating  Stayed in Ripon 4 days over BH weekend and decided to book this Italian restaurant after reading reviews and glad we did. We had a wonderful meal that was cooked... read more

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    August 29, 2021

    star rating  A second evening out in Ripon found us at Prima Italian restaurant on Monday.
    A warm welcome and excellent service made us relax and enjoy our visit.
    We had booked... read more

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    June 30, 2021
  • star rating  Excellent - Excellent in every way.The service and food could not be faulted.
    Prima certainly lives up to its revues
    a return visit is planned

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    February 18, 2023

    star rating  I went up to Ripon with my parents to celebrate the end of my university exams and booked here as the early bird menu looked good, i had deep fried... read more

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    May 12, 2022

    star rating  ‘Tis rare for me to comment on cafés and restaurants for Tripadvisor when I am not actually on a trip but near home. However, for once, I make an exception... read more

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    August 17, 2021
  • star rating  We were visiting the area and this restaurant was recommended to us by our B&B owners. We were so overwhelmed we visited twice! It is a small restaurant and the... read more

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    September 22, 2021

    star rating  The food, service and atmosphere was Italian at its best. My Lobster Ravioli with a side salad of rocket and tomato was nothing short of fabulous. Thank you for a... read more

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    June 7, 2021

    star rating  This restaurant is our ‘go to’ spot when in Ripon. Not only is the food great and reasonably priced but the service is excellent. It is always full of lively,... read more

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    March 23, 2022
  • star rating  When ever we come to Ripon, Prima is always our number one restaurant. The specials are always different and delicious as well as the very excellent service! Very reasonable price.... read more

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    October 9, 2021

    star rating  Looking for somewhere to eat on a bank holiday weekend in Ripon, noticed the reviews about this place were very good so we called in on the off chance of... read more

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    August 28, 2021

    star rating  Superb food. New decor not quite so. - As fairly regular diners we were curious to see the new look restaurant. Superb food as always - excellent choices and value. However we felt the lighting was a little... read more

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    February 3, 2023
  • star rating  Treated ourselves to a Thursday early evening treat. Great atmosphere, good food and house wine. All very reasonable and as it should be for an authentic Italian meal. Would go... read more

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    October 29, 2021

    star rating  What a delightful cosy authentic Italian restaurant. Fabulous staff, service and food was delicious and very well priced. Although we could have ordered from the Early Bird menu we opted... read more

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    June 12, 2021

    star rating  We always visit on Christmas Eve and as usual had a fabulous time. Food was exceptional and all of the staff were excellent - thank you Prima.

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    December 24, 2021
  • star rating  Dining Solo - I was in Ripon for a family gathering but had an evening to myself. Prima had been recommended by my cousin and didn’t disappoint. They were able to take a... read more

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    March 11, 2023

    star rating  Fantastic New years eve! - Me and a group of friends reserved a table new years eve at prima! The restaurant was booming, was busy all tables full the atmosphere was great. Staff where attentive... read more

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    January 5, 2023

    star rating  Verry Good - What a great experience in Prima Ristorante Italiano the past and the pizza was so delicious. I will come back for sure!

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    November 23, 2022
  • star rating  Superb - First time visitor last night ,the food was superbly presented and cooked,I had the lamb shank best meal I've had in a while,the staff were warm welcoming and friendly...it's definitely... read more

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    January 6, 2023

    star rating  One of my families favourite places to eat, we’ve been going back for years and yet to have a bad meal! Very generous menu and everything we’ve tried has been... read more

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    April 9, 2022

    star rating  Delicious food that we will be back for more of! - AMAZING!!! Most fantastic food, service was impeccable and the spectacle put on for our joint birthday celebration is one that will be remembered for many years to come!
    Thank... read more

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    February 21, 2023
  • star rating  We’d prebooked due to the excellent reviews on here. We had eaten lunch on the way to Ripon so we weren’t starving. I had an excellent pizza and husband had... read more

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    September 3, 2021

    star rating  Pizzas were really good and atmosphere and service excelklent. Small complaint was that wine not available as 125ml which is a bit annoying plus required by law so not good... read more

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    August 22, 2022

    star rating  After our visit to Fountains Abbey we booked to eat at Prima, really good choice. The food and service where excellent, food cooked to perfection. Really worth a visit.

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    June 27, 2021