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The Forge Pizzeria

14 Armstrong St N, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

Recommended by 73 people

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14 Armstrong St N, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 3 4317 4981
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Forge Pizzeria

Housed in a former antique gallery, The Forge Pizzeria balances rustic warehouse heritage with blistering wood-fired Italian staples. Exposed brick and distressed timber give the dining room an effortless hum, where diners grab tables for thin-crust rounds and hearty bowls of pasta. Pizzaiolos stretch and throw dough in full view of the room, sending out smoky pies alongside creamy carbonara and crisp chips. Between the easy energy and attentive floor staff, meals linger comfortably without fuss. On your way out the door, take-home loaves and pastries sit on a complimentary rack stocked straight from the bakery next door.

  • Wood-fired craft: Pizzas bake with thin, blistered crusts on an open line where cooks stretch and toss dough in view of the floor.
  • Heritage warehouse space: The airy dining room occupies a former art and antique gallery, featuring raw walls, concrete floors, and vintage tables.
  • Complimentary bakery rack: Dine-in guests are invited to grab loaves and pastries from a complimentary bakery rack by the exit.
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Why Choose The Forge Pizzeria

Discover why diners gather at The Forge Pizzeria for memorable Italian meals in Ballarat

  • Expertly Cooked Wood-Fired Pizzas

    Pizzas are prepared in a wood-fired oven with carefully balanced toppings and well-crafted crusts.

    The pizza was well made with a beautifully cooked base and toppings that were nicely balanced in flavour

    Bryan

  • Complimentary Fresh Bakery Treats

    Dine-in guests are invited to take home complimentary artisanal loaves and sweet treats from the bakery next door.

    there was a rack of baked bread and pastries which we were told we could help ourselves too when we were leaving which was amazing!

    Liz Smith

  • Attentive and Caring Service

    The front-of-house team and manager make guests feel welcomed and well looked after from the start of service.

    The manager was especially impressive very approachable, took full responsibility for making sure everything was running smoothly, and was genuinely kind and attentive.

    Ann Revestiene

  • Warm and Intimate Ambience

    Dim lighting and inviting seating provide a comforting refuge from cold regional Ballarat weather.

    The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with dim lighting and intimate seating that's perfect for a romantic evening.

    Jared “Sadyang Bihon” Uy

  • Historic Warehouse Architecture

    The dining space occupies a former antique and art gallery, blending historic industrial elements with relaxed character.

    the building itself is just beautiful — it used to be the old CV Jones Antiques and Art Gallery, which gives it so much character and charm.

    Marisol Lizana

  • Open Dough-Tossing Action

    Diners can watch the pizzaiolos throw and stretch dough in front of the dining room during service.

    Man kann zusehen wie die Pizzabäcker(in) den Teig in die Luft wirft...

    Elke Verheyen

Hand-stretched wood-fired pizzas and fresh Italian pasta dishes

  • Carbonara

    The carbonara was creamy and satisfying without being too heavy

    Bryan

  • Carbonara Pizza

    The crust is perfectly crispy and the toppings are always fresh and delicious, with generous amounts of bacon, egg, and parmesan cheese.

    Jared “Sadyang Bihon” Uy

  • Chicken Fiesta Pizza

    Tried the Chicken Fiesta Pizza and Arancini.

    Foodies Onroad

  • Slow Cooked Goat Tagliatelle

    I had slow cooked goat tagliatelle and it was divine.

    Megan Small

Other favorites

Starters, shareable sides, and desserts to complete the table

  • Arancini

    Both the pizza and the arancini tasted great

    Foodies Onroad

  • Forge Meatballs

    The meatballs were perfectly cooked

    Sharyn

  • Chips

    the chips were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside

    Bryan

  • Nutella and Strawberry Pizza

    It was all delicious, but the Nutella and strawberry pizza was a bit too sweet.

    Monica

Before you head over

Practical planning advice for dining smoothly at The Forge Pizzeria

  • Book Ahead or Arrive Early for Peak Hours

    Reserve ahead or arrive before 6:00 PM on weekends. During peak hours the dining hall fills completely, kitchen waits can increase, and larger group tables book out quickly.

  • Collect Complimentary Bakery Treats Before Leaving

    Dine-in guests can take advantage of a complimentary rack of fresh loaves and pastries supplied by the neighbouring bakery to take home as they depart.

  • Time Family Visits Around Dining Room Energy

    For lower noise levels or a calmer family meal, consider an earlier seating before customer buzz rises across the open warehouse floors, and note that children can be engaged with kid activities and open dough-tossing views.

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