When you’re in the market for something more substantial than a Pimms and strawberries and cream, head to PizzaExpress in Wimbledon Village. Conveniently located on the High Street in the heart of  the Village, a short walk from the station, Wimbledon’s famous common and almost within ball-catching distance of Centre Court, Wimbledon’s PizzaExpress is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing, easy lunch, catch-up with the girls or date night dinner.

Enjoy your Margherita pizza (and perhaps a chilled margarita too…) al fresco and watch the world go by from the sun soaked tables out front, or head inside to keep extra cool. Menus change seasonally so there’s always something exciting new to try, at the moment we’re eyeing up the Soho ’65 calabrese, with fresh buffalo mozzarella, olives and Gran Milano cheese, hello! Also just FYI, Celeb chef and Wimbledon resident Marcus Wareing is partial to an American Hot, so keep your eyes peeled.

Should you be looking to treat (hmm, distract) the kids this summer, take them along before Sun 11 Aug as kids eat free (one three course piccolo meal per adult main) – a great excuse to chill out minus the picky eating protest at home. Plus, if your little one is a masterchef in the making, you might also want to book them and their friends a pizza making party (these can also be booked for adults, just saying.)

With This Wimbledon Village branch a recent recipient of a swanky refurb – it’s now hello plush dining booths and open plan kitchen. Sitting pretty across two expansive floors and serving up all your PizzaExpress favourites (American Hot, buttery Dough Balls, Sloppy Giuseppe) along with a stellar cocktail offering, and stunning sun terrace to boot, PizzaExpress in Wimbledon Village is a destination in itself.

Game, set match!