Alfa Ciao Wood Fired Countertop Pizza Oven - Fire Yellow

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Overall Dimensions: Oven top approx. 39.25 x 24.8 x 46.3 in (W x D x H to the flue cap), per the Alfa Ciao data sheet

The Alfa Ciao is a compact, Italian-made wood-fired oven top for a counter, table or outdoor kitchen, sized for families who want real wood-fired pizza without building a masonry oven. Its 27.5 x 15.7 in refractory floor bakes two pizzas at a time, and the stainless steel dome with ceramic fiber insulation reaches cooking temperature in about 15 minutes on a small load of wood. This listing is the Fire Yellow oven top, supplied with a free cover.

Features

• Two pizzas at a time on a 27.5 x 15.7 in (70 x 40 cm) floor of interchangeable 3 cm refractory tiles
• Heats in about 15 minutes; Alfa rates the maximum oven temperature at 500 C
• Stainless steel dome and ceramic fiber insulation hold heat in the cooking chamber
• Built-in thermometer shows the chamber temperature at a glance
• Door with wooden handle regulates draft; two slots under the mouth hold the door when it is not in use
• Bakes up to 2 kg (4.4 lb) of bread per batch, plus roasts, vegetables and desserts
• Burns logs and trimmings up to 1.9 in (5 cm) in diameter; average use about 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) of wood per hour
• Arrives ready to use: set it in place, fit the flue and light it

Key Specifications

Dimensions and Cutout

What Is Included and What You Will Need

• Alfa Ciao wood-fired oven top in Fire Yellow with refractory tile floor, door and thermometer
• Flue pipe and chimney cap
• Alfa cover (the only variant on this listing is "With Free Cover")
• You will need: a fixed, non-combustible counter or table that can carry 176 lb, dry hardwood or trimmings up to 1.9 in in diameter, a natural fire starter, and pizza tools

Optional Accessories

• Alfa Cover for Ciao Countertop Pizza Oven (CVR-CIAO-T), as a replacement cover
• Alfa Grilling Grate for Nano and Ciao Pizza Ovens
• Alfa L37 Wood Holder
• Pizza tools such as the Alfa 36-Inch 4-Piece Pizza Peel Set
• For a table option, see the Alfa 28-Inch Multi-Functional Base and Prep Station

The pizza peels and pizzaiolo tools shown below are sold separately.

Installation Notes

The Ciao is an outdoor wood-burning oven. Set it on a flat, stable, non-combustible surface at least 8 in (20 cm) from walls and other equipment, and keep anything flammable at least 3 ft (1 m) away. The outer shell gets hot in use.

Do not use it in an enclosed room. Under a roof or pergola, Alfa calls for a UL103HT double-wall chimney in place of the supplied single-wall pipe, with 3 in of clearance around it and at least 3 ft of rise above the roof it passes through. Rules on wood smoke, terraces and rooftops vary by building and town, including in New York City, so confirm with your building and local authority before you install.

For help planning placement or a full outdoor kitchen, book a design consultation.

Documentation

• Alfa Domestic Ovens User Manual (North America)
• Alfa Ciao Data Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pizzas can the Ciao bake at once?

Two. The cooking floor is 27.5 x 15.7 in (70 x 40 cm), and Alfa rates it for 2 pizzas at a time or 2 kg (4.4 lb) of bread per batch.

How long does it take to heat up?

Alfa lists a heating time of about 15 minutes. Build a small, lively fire to one side and feed it small pieces of wood to hold temperature.

Does it need a stand?

Yes, it is an oven top. Place it on a fixed, fireproof counter or table rated for its 176 lb weight. Alfa also sells the Ciao on its own freestanding base as a separate model.

Is a cover included?

Yes. This listing ships the oven with an Alfa cover at no extra charge.

Related reading: Outdoor pizza oven buying guide, Gas vs wood pizza ovens, Alfa vs Gozney pizza ovens.

Warranty

Alfa warrants the oven for 2 years against defects in materials and workmanship (parts and components); gas burners, such as the optional hybrid kit, carry 3 years. Labor, shipping and assembly are not included. Coverage does not apply to improper installation or use, damage from exceeding 500 C, use of liquid fire starters or chemicals, unapproved replacement parts, or a removed or altered rating plate. See the Alfa user manual for full terms.