Pinsa Romana in Vienna — Lighter Than Pizza, Authentic Enjoyment

Pinsa Romana is a distinct dish with a long tradition. At Pasta e Basta in Vienna Währing, we serve authentic pinsa variants: with a dough made from a special flour mixture, shaped by hand into its characteristic oval form. The result? A base that is crispy on the outside and light and airy on the inside — and particularly digestible.

What Distinguishes Pinsa Romana From Pizza?

The differences start with the dough. While pizza dough typically consists of pure wheat flour, pinsa dough uses a special flour mixture. This ensures a lighter texture. The shape is also different: pinsa is shaped oval, not round.

Why Pinsa Romana at Pasta e Basta?

Our team prepares the dough fresh daily. The toppings consist of high-quality ingredients also used in our pasta: Prosciutto di Parma, fresh burrata, Italian cheeses, and seasonal vegetables.

Our Varieties

From the classic 'Margherita' (€9.50) to the 'Quattro Formaggi' with gorgonzola and ricotta (€11.50) to the savory 'Pinsa Prosciutto e Rucola' (€13.90) — discover the variety of our pinsa menu.

From Our Menu

PINSA ROMANA

Pinsa Margherita

€9.50

The classic with tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil and a touch of olive oil (A, G)

Pinsa Vegetariana

€10.50

A colourful combination of seasonal vegetables, finished with basil pesto (A, G)

Pinsa Quattro Formaggi

€11.50

A delicious blend of four cheeses — mozzarella, gorgonzola, Parmesan and ricotta (A, C, G)

Pinsa con Pollo e Pesto

€12.90

With grilled chicken, fresh pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and rocket (A, G, N)

Pinsa Prosciutto e Rucola

€13.90

Topped with paper-thin Parma ham, fresh rocket and Parmesan (A, G)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinsa Romana gluten-free?

No, Pinsa Romana contains wheat flour and is therefore not gluten-free. However, many guests find it more digestible than conventional pizza due to the special flour mixture.

Are there vegan pinsa options?

Our 'Pinsa Vegetariana' with seasonal vegetables can be prepared without cheese upon request. Just speak to our team.

Where does the name "Pinsa" come from?

The name is derived from the Latin word "pinsere", which means something like "to press" or "to crush". It describes the way the dough is pressed by hand into its oval shape.

What are the most popular toppings?

Our 'Pinsa con Pollo e Pesto' with grilled chicken and sun-dried tomatoes is very popular, as is the classic pinsa with paper-thin Parma ham.

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