Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe
B 1/178, Main Road, Assi Ghat, Varanasi
The wood-fired oven here was set up by Italian students who used to jam on the ghats. You find Pizzeria Vaatika on Main Road at Assi Ghat, B 1/178, with tables set out under neem and amda trees facing the river. Dry leaves scatter the floor and sparrows hop between the branches while the clay oven bakes pizzas and apple pies inside. The space is open-air and the Ganges is right there.The café is known for its thin-crust wood-fired pizzas and its apple pie served with vanilla ice cream. Its open-air seating overlooks the Ganga, making it a popular spot for sunsets, casual meals, and long conversations. Over the years, it has attracted travelers, students, artists, and locals, becoming a landmark in Assi Ghat's café culture. Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe has also received international recognition, including coverage by *The Wall Street Journal* in 1994. Combining historic significance, riverfront views, and consistently popular food, it remains one of Varanasi's most enduring dining destinations.
