Business Details
22 Years
experience
Authentic Wood-Fired Pizza in Pensacola, FL
Founded in 2004 by Ted & Deanna Lamarche, The Tuscan Oven has become a beloved Pensacola dining destination. Our commitment to authentic Italian cuisine is exemplified by our handcrafted wood-fired pizzas, prepared using a traditional 500-degree oven imported from Italy. We prioritize quality ingredients, including house-made dough, zesty marinara sauce, and premium toppings, ensuring every bite reflects our dedication to culinary excellence. Overcoming challenges like Hurricane Ivan's aftermath, we've built a reputation for resilience and community support. Our menu extends beyond pizza to include fresh salads, house-made pastas, and imported wines, all served in a warm, family-friendly environment.Ted's childhood experiences in Italy inspire our traditional recipes, while Deanna's healthcare background instills a commitment to customer care. We offer both dine-in and carry-out options, with a cozy garden patio for al fresco dining. Our catering services bring the Tuscan Oven experience to private events, corporate functions, and social gatherings. Regular patrons praise our consistency, friendly service, and the personal touch that comes from being a family-owned business. We remain grateful for the Pensacola community's support, which has allowed us to thrive for nearly two decades.
Services
Wood-Fired Pizza
Catering Services
Wine Selection
Private Events
Takeout Orders
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We've served authentic Italian cuisine since 2004 with a wood-fired oven from Italy
- Our pizzas use house-made dough and zesty marinara sauce daily
- Family-owned with personal attention to quality and customer service
- Award-winning recipes inspired by traditional Italian cooking techniques
- Offer catering services for events with our signature wood-fired pizzas
What people say
Best pizza in Pensacola
Friendly atmosphere
Fresh ingredients
Family-owned charm
Amazing cannoli
Services
Wood-Fired Pizza
Our signature wood-fired pizzas feature thin crusts with chewy edges, baked in a 500-degree Italian oven. We use fresh mozzarella, house-made marinara, and premium toppings. Customers praise our traditional Neapolitan style and creative combinations like the seafood pizza with shrimp and calamari.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for events with wood-fired pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts. Our team delivers, sets up, and serves at your location. Custom menus accommodate corporate events, weddings, and private parties with advance ordering.
Wine Selection
Our wine program features imported Italian bottles alongside domestic favorites. The selection complements our Italian cuisine with reds for meat dishes and whites for seafood. Staff can recommend pairings for any meal from our menu.
Dessert Options
We offer traditional Italian desserts including house-made tiramisu, cannoli, and gelato. Specialties like Chrisoula's Cheesecake and spumoni provide sweet finishes. Desserts pair perfectly with our coffee or dessert wines.
Custom Pizzas
Create personalized pizzas with four cheese options, six meats, 14 vegetables, and specialty toppings. Choose from classic combinations or invent new favorites using premium ingredients like prosciutto and pesto sauce in our wood-fired oven.
People
Ted Lamarche
Owner
Ted Lamarche brings Italian culinary expertise from his childhood in Gaeta, Italy. He fulfilled his dream by opening The Tuscan Oven in 2004 with a traditional Italian oven. His leadership ensures authentic recipes and quality ingredients in every dish.
Deanna Lamarche
Owner
Deanna Lamarche transitioned from nursing management to co-own The Tuscan Oven with her husband Ted. She focuses on customer service and operational excellence. Her healthcare background informs our commitment to food safety and guest care.
Questions
What makes your pizza unique?
Our wood-fired oven imported from Italy and daily house-made dough create the perfect crust with authentic Italian flavor.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we cater events with our signature pizzas, pastas, and salads, delivering and setting up at your location.
Are there gluten-free options?
We offer a gluten-free cauliflower crust option for our 10" pizzas to accommodate dietary needs.
What are your specialty pizzas?
Try our award-winning Abbondanza with multiple meats or Bianca Royale with artichokes and bacon, both baked in our wood-fired oven.
Do you have wine and dessert options?
We serve imported wines and traditional Italian desserts like tiramisu, cannoli, and house-made gelato.
Reviews (4)
Emmanuel S.
Jan 29, 2022
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5 stars on god. You will not regret your decision to come here. Some of the best pizza I've ever had.
Maggy O.
Jan 27, 2022
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Excellent food, their pasta , appetizers And clearly pizzas & calzones are to die for
Been a fan for years and always try to go by to support this family owned business
Had not ventured since COVID pandemic started in March 2020.... Recently did go and you know food as usual was great!!!! However they could beef up on updating and cleaning the place ( ceiling and vents are very dusty , common areas need a bit of fresh paint , bathroom needs to be kept cleaner and window panes dividing eating tables could use some elbow grease )
Don't get me wrong , This is still the best pizza/ calzone
Been a fan for years and always try to go by to support this family owned business
Had not ventured since COVID pandemic started in March 2020.... Recently did go and you know food as usual was great!!!! However they could beef up on updating and cleaning the place ( ceiling and vents are very dusty , common areas need a bit of fresh paint , bathroom needs to be kept cleaner and window panes dividing eating tables could use some elbow grease )
Don't get me wrong , This is still the best pizza/ calzone
Hiba T.
Nov 30, 2021
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We visited the Tuscan oven pizzeria and really enjoyed our experience! If you're looking for a delicious authentic Italian pizza the Tuscan oven pizzeria is a place to go. It's a beautiful restaurant with very friendly staff. And if you have children they even bring out dough for them to play with which was pretty cool. I would definitely go back there again!
Deborah Y.
Nov 21, 2021
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GreaT pizza! I don't generally like brick oven pizza but this place changed my mind. They use fresh delicious ingredients and yummy cheese. The service was great. The place is very pleasant and tables were spread out enough to feel safe. Love this place. We will be back!
