Wood-fired pizza in Des Moines
Looking for the best pizza in Des Moines? Franka is an independent wood-fired pizzeria in Clive, on the west side of the Des Moines metro: handcrafted dough, cooked over an open fire, in 10" and 14" sizes.
Open Mon–Thu 10am–9pm · Fri–Sat 8am–9pm · Sunday 8am–7pm · Wood-fired pizza, brunch & full bar
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12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325
(515) 274-7005
Wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizza
Every pizza at Franka starts with handcrafted dough, hand-stretched in front of you, and is cooked over an open wood fire. The result is a soft center and a blistered rim, in the spirit of the Neapolitan tradition, with toppings that range from a simple Margherita to signature pies like Butter Chicken and Thai Chicken.
Pizzas come in 10" and 14" sizes, with gluten-free crust for $2 more (we are not a gluten-free kitchen). Once ordered, they are ready in about 5 to 10 minutes. Read more in our Neapolitan wood-fired pizza guide, or see the full pizza lineup.
Dine in at our Clive restaurant
Franka Pizzeria is at 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325, on the west side of the Des Moines metro, convenient to West Des Moines, Urbandale, Waukee and downtown. Hours are Mon–Thu 10am–9pm, Fri–Sat 8am–9pm, Sunday 8am–7pm. Lunch runs 11am–4pm every day; dinner is Monday–Saturday 4–9pm and Sunday 4–7pm.
There is ample parking in front and along the patio side. Most guests are seated right away; for Saturday dinner, reserve a table or call (515) 274-7005.
Delivery and pickup
Delivery is available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and Franka’s own direct delivery at order.frankapizzeria.com. Check the app for your address. Pickup is always available in Clive: order ahead and collect your pizza at the counter.
Guests in downtown Des Moines, Waterbury and Beaverdale can start from our delivery areas, including downtown Des Moines delivery. Order direct at order.frankapizzeria.com to earn Franka Rewards (1 point per $1).
Signature pizzas
- Butter Chickenour signature butter chicken sauce, grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, pickled onions, cilantro10" $20 · 14" $26
- Margheritasan marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt10" $18 · 14" $24
- Thai Chickenpeanut sauce, grilled chicken, red onion, fresno peppers, fresh mozzarella, finished with peanut cilantro soy honey drizzle10" $20 · 14" $26
- Taco Pizzataco sauce, seasoned beef, crushed nacho chips, fresh pico, roasted corn topped with cilantro lime crema10" $20 · 14" $26
- Half Pizza & Half Salad Combohalf pizza of your choice + half salad of your choice (Caesar, apple, chopped, or house)$18 · lunch 11am–4pm
Questions, answered
What's the best wood-fired pizza in Des Moines?
Franka Pizzeria in Clive is a top pick for wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizza in the Des Moines area: handcrafted, hand-stretched dough cooked over an open fire. Signature pies include Butter Chicken, Thai Chicken, Taco Pizza and Margherita, ready in about 5 to 10 minutes.
Does Franka deliver in Des Moines?
Yes. Delivery is available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and Franka’s own direct delivery at order.frankapizzeria.com. Check the app for your address. Pickup is also available in Clive.
Can I order pizza direct?
Yes. Order direct at order.frankapizzeria.com for pickup or delivery and earn Franka Rewards points on every order (1 point per $1). First-time guests get $7 off a first order of $35 or more. Franka is also on DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub.
Where is Franka relative to Des Moines?
Franka is at 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325, on the west side of the Des Moines metro. Dine in, pick up, or order delivery and check the app for your address.
What time do you serve pizza?
Pizza is served at lunch, 11am–4pm every day, and at dinner, Monday–Saturday 4–9pm and Sunday 4–7pm.
See you at Franka.
12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive · (515) 274-7005