Pizzeria with strong Mayo links ranked one of the best in Europe

A PIZZERIA operated by two brothers with strong Mayo links has been named as one of Europe's best.

Big Seven Travel, the international travel outlet, have named their list of the 50 Best Pizzas in Europe, with Galway-based The Dough Bros named at 27th - out of thousands of pizzerias in Europe.

Ran by Eugene and Ronan Greaney, whose roots are in Swinford, The Dough Bros are the only Irish restaurant to make the list, with Big Seven Travel praising the company for going 'from strength to strength'.

It's not the first time the Dough Bros' talent has been recognised at an international level: last year, they made history by being named in the prestigious 50 Top Pizza (Europe) for 2020, the first time the west of Ireland featured in the awards.

Speaking on their number 27 placing, Big Seven Travel said of The Dough Bros: “It’s well known for its Neapolitan-style pizza, topped with Italian and local Irish salami and cheese. Not only have they mastered the art of woodfired pizza in the restaurant itself, the Dough Bros expanded during the pandemic to offering DIY at-home pizza kits. The perfect amount of char, chew and flavour.”

Commented Eugene Greaney: “Being named No. 27 Best Pizzeria in Europe is genuinely a dream come true for us lads. When we set out in 2013, we wanted to put Irish pizza on the map. We wanted to show people that pizza, when made with passion, dedication and craft, can be celebrated like any other food.

“We knew that with our training in Naples and the world class ingredients that we have on our doorstep here in Ireland, that if we applied ourselves and gave everything to it, we could make a real difference. Thankfully the hard work seems to be paying off and we could not be prouder.

“When we started the goal was to someday have one of the best pizzerias in Ireland. When we got into the Top 100 restaurants in Ireland, we set our sights on Europe. So, to be named No. 21 and No. 27 in two separate listings in the last year alongside the likes of Di Michele’s and 50 Kalo in Naples, Baest of Copenhagen is Roy of the Rover stuff.

“We will enjoy the moment but work has already begun on how we can get even higher on the list and see how far we can push this. We believe with the world class dairy, meat and veg we have here in Ireland we have a chance.”

In 2020, the Bros created their very own DIY pizza kits, so everyone in Ireland can enjoy one of the best pizzas in Europe in the comfort of their own home.

“The DIY kits started with single orders to homes across Galway and from here, we started delivering to people all across Ireland. We have worked with international brands like Guinness and with Michelin Gourmand Kai Restaurant on collaborations, which were incredible exposure and great learning experiences.

“Due to the success of the DIY kits, we are looking at securing our own new production outlet and will be looking to hire another 15 people. The meal kits are an exciting space and we want to be at the forefront of that. The kits have become our main income and allowed us to bring back 25 staff full-time. This combined with our takeaway offering in Galway City meant we can continue to do what we love,” said Ronan.