Rossopomodoro in Pasay: Authentic Napoletana Pizza Done Right
Italian cooking is deeply rooted in age-old traditions, simplicity, and a profound respect for ingredients. From perfectly al dente pasta to wood-fired pizzas and fresh insalatas made with only a few carefully chosen components, each dish allows natural flavors to shine—much like how nonna would prepare them—with love, care, and a joy in sharing them with others.
This kind of passion, love, and, of course, authenticity are the foundations of Rossopomodoro, now with branches in SM City East Ortigas in Pasig, Festival Mall in Alabang, and BGC in Taguig.
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Originally from Naples, Rossopomodoro has found its way to the Philippines —right at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay—thanks to support of Viva Foods. The rights to the local franchise are part of the culinary empire being led by business magnate and media mogul Vic del Rosario to spread the authentic taste of Naples to the Filipinos.
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Ranked number 20 in the World’s First Top 50 Artisan Pizza Awards in 2023, Rossopomodoro’s menu is an homage to traditional Napoletana cooking. This is especially true of their pizza. When asked what makes their creations special, Master Pizzaiolo Chef Jonathan Marchello proudly shared, “Our dough is fermented overnight to give it that signature chewy bite—it’s one of our little secrets, but it makes a big difference in texture.”
Master Pizzaiolo Chef Jonathan Marchello / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Their Verace Pizza is the quintessential Neapolitan classic: straight, balanced, and with a lot of flavors. It is made with Italian plum tomato sauce, topped with sweet basil, buffalo mozzarella, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on a perfectly blistered Neapolitan crust. It is light, tangy, and delightful!
Verace (Solo – Php 525; Sharing – Php 745) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Why settle for four cheeses when you can have five? Their Cinque Formaggi is loaded with five delightful cheeses: smoked cheese, gorgonzola, provolone, pecorino romano, and parmesan cheese, and is topped off with a great crunch from the toasted hazelnuts. Creamy, nutty, and astoundingly rich, it doesn’t feel too heavy, especially when drizzled with their in-house chili oil.
Cinque Formaggi (Solo – Php 450; Sharing – Php 745) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Old-school and proud, the Napoletana boasts bold, briny flavor with Italian plum tomato sauce with fior di latte mozzarella, fresh basil, olives, capers, and anchovies. It’s very rustic, aromatic, and deeply savory. This is a must-try for any traditional and uncomplicated Italian pizza lover!
Napoletana (Solo – Php 395; Sharing – Php 545) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Aside from pizza, they also serve various antipasti (appetizers), pasta, insalata (salad), dolci (dessert), and others, good for both solo and sharing.
Topping the list of all Caesar salads is their Chicken Cesarona Salad. Tossed with homemade Caesar dressing, anchovies, and grilled chicken breast chunks, the crisp romaine lettuce looks appetizing even before adding the topping of parmesan cheese.
Chicken Cesarona Salad (Solo – Php 395; Sharing – Php 595) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Rigatoni alla Carbonara is the Roman classic made the right way: al dente rigatoni coated in a velvety sauce of egg yolk, crispy guanciale (pork cheek), pecorino romano, and a smack of black pepper. The crispy guanciale in each mouthful makes it impossible to leave your fork down.
Rigatoni alla Carbonara (Solo – Php 495; Sharing – Php 795) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Their Linguine Gamberi e Limone is bright and zingy, with juicy shrimp partnered with lemon zest, shredded burrata, mascarpone, and parsley. The linguine is perfectly cooked, and the citrusy sauce keeps it light and refreshing. It just pops with flavor!
Linguine Gamberi e Limone (Solo – Php 695; Sharing – Php 945) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
For dessert, their Tiramisu is dreamy, creamy, and sweet in a tasty way. As an irresistible finale, cocoa powder tops sponge soaked in espresso and mascarpone cream. Not too sweet—it’s just sweet enough to make you want a second helping.
Tiramisu (Php 250) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Speaking of second dolci helpings, their smooth, silken Pannacotta is served with a berry sauce that cuts through the richness just right. The creaminess and slight tartness deliver with every spoonful.
Pannacotta (Php 195) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Rossopomodoro’s dining space perfectly showcases the open kitchen, a tiled bar counter, warm lighting, and charming wall decorations of framed photographs of iconic Italian cities like Rome, Venice, Milan, and Bari. With 48 seats indoors and 72 outdoors, it can hold parties, gatherings, and even simple catch-ups, all with views of the MOA promenade.
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Have an espresso while passing by, celebrate with pizza and wine, or have a special event planned. Whatever the reason, Rossopomodoro makes sure to highlight Italy’s best with the signature Filipino hospitality.
