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    Bettola

    4.3 (422 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Bars
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    BETTOLA ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Braised Short Rib
    Bre B.

    Another spectacular dinner and adult beverage at Bettola. Kudos to you chef/kitchen staff and bartender. I had a chop salad, it was huge!! Lots of bacon bits, pickled onion, egg, and veggies. Loved it! The shortbread old fashioned intrigued me. So glad I ordered it!! Sweet, lovely bourbon heat and the shortbread rim was sensational. Loved it!! Could have had another.

    A plate of pasta with grated cheese and a fork, accompanied by a slice of bread and a glass of beer, on a dark wooden table.
    Nick C.

    Bettola never disappoints. I first came here after a yelp experience and recently went with a large group of family members (15 ppl) - they accommodated us seamlessly. All the pizzas were delicious and I loved my sandwich. I got the Sophia ($13) the eggplant was so juicy and paired with vodka sauce is a killer combo. The drinks were well made and every item here is very well priced. We could've paid so much more at other places and not be as satisfied. The staff members were friendly and atmosphere was fun & lively.

    This is the pasta with bolognese. Dry and the meat was old.
    Marcy N.

    I am typically not one to complain, but this was truly terrible food. I'm going to let the pics speak for themselves. We ordered take out on a Friday evening and what we received was garbage. The pasta with bolognese was so dry and the sauce tasted funky like it was old meat. Even worse was the veal and eggplant. It was overcooked in dirty old fryer oil. The smell was awful and the food was like leather. We called to let the manager know and the reaction we got from the woman who answered the phone was rude and defensive. I would not have wrote this review if she had responded in a professional way. I would stay away from this place.

    Kim S.

    Another delicious meal at Bettola. We did have to wait approximately an hour to get seated. The broccoli appetizer and Cesar salad were great. We also got the meatball appetizer which was good but lacked a little flavor. The gnocchi special was tasty and light. The chicken Parmesan did not disappoint but my family orders it with the pink sauce instead of the traditional red sauce. Prices are reasonable. On-street parking.

    Abe Froman
    Victoria K.

    They don't take reservations. Tried the Abe Froman pasta and it tasted like orecchiette with broccoli rabe and sausage had a baby with pasta fagioli. It was delicious. We weren't offered bread but saw another table eating bread and asked for it. The bread was fantastic. Definitely ask for bread. I haven't tried the pizza yet but I definitely plan to try it next time!

    Jennifer P.

    Stopped in last night since we haven't been again a while & it didn't dissapoint! It was packed wall to wall but we got seats at the bar which we always love! Evie was the bartender and she was incredible running the bar for the whole place with such ease & still so attentive to serving the whole bar too! We ordered a fig pizza & the cranberry nut something salad & both were seriously amazing ! Plenty for two people! The music is great , food amazing , service is the best & such a fun atmosphere can't wait to go back asap.

    Games on
    Holly W.

    I have been to Bettola on 3 different occasions: RI Food Fights- Lord of the Wings 2023 Elite Event 2024 RI Food Fights- Lord of the Pies 2024 This place is consistent! They are constantly pumping out great service, good food in a modern/sheik atmosphere. This place is well worth visiting. Drinks! Mystery beers. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle T's. The pop culture place mat's. The celebrity bathroom photo's that adorn the bathrooms. Cannoli's! The Marilyn Monroe pizza is delish!

    Gold Digger Pizza
    Jamie A.

    Just my favorite pizza place around! Ordered the gold digger pizza which had my least favorite ingredient, mustard, but this pizza was really good! The mustard was bad, it was fresh, hot, and savory. The bang broccoli is my favorite appetizer. I always don't fail in ordering this crispy, crunchy, fresh green~ makes my meal feel healthy ~ Wednesday mid week dinner treat was the place to be~ clean, warm, there wasn't a crowd, or a wait time, and the staff were patient and chill today. On my random pizza craving we're giving another pizza a try until we can confidently say we tried everything and have a favorite.

    Sarah F.

    ** Ordered delivery so I can't speak to the service or the physical restaurant. The pizza was really good and we were able to add basil for free! Pasta was good but not great- the bolognese didn't have much sauce but the pasta was well-cooked. Overall I feel like we got a good bang for our buck and I recommend!

    The Big Short sandwich. Phenomenal!
    Katie D.

    Sat at the bar here one night and had the most delicious sandwich called the big short and a side of Brussels sprouts with bacon. Muah! Magnificent! I ate every last bite. Had a mock-tail called how about them apples. Sweet and delicious. Took my parents back for dinner and had the amazing pizza. Dying to go back and try everything else. Bartenders and servers were all pleasant and timely. The bathroom was clean and had funny pics on the walls (pics posted) There's a small lot in the back to park but out front is free street parking. They do have some sort of mug club but I'm not sure about the details. Lots of beers on tap as well. Great date night spot.

    Bangin' Broccoli
    Kent S.

    Rating 4.3 Came back to try Bettola again but with a review this time. Bettola is a popular Italian restaurant located in the corner of Cranston. You enter through small side door and inside is moderate size with some seatings. They also have some decor and have fun paper table cloth with funny ads. Usually, the place is busy and there are waits but today was not bas because it was Wednesday night. We were quickly sat down. I've tried few things here but decided to try some things new. We ordered bangin broccoli, gold digger pizza, and truffle maker pasta. Bangin broccoli is my partner's favorite. It's like spicy garlic soy chicken but is broccoli. Tasted good and feels less guilty. Gold digger pizza was pretty good. Sweetness of BBQ sauce mixed with slight mustard flavor paired with chicken, bacon, peppers and onions. Nice chewy dough works great with twist on BBQ chicken pizza. The truffle maker was also pretty good. Looked and tasted similar to mac and cheese but with truffle flavors. Pastas were perfectly cooked and not too soft. Service was pretty good for the most part. Wet napkin would have been nice to have after eating as pizza gets messy which i noticed were available on the way out. Overall, the place is pretty solid as Italian restaurant with good service and food. Would come back to try other dishes on the menu when it's not too busy.

    Meatball appetizer was great. Delicious.
    Tim C.

    In Cranston, where their pizza can trade punches with Providence like a heavyweight brawl, Bettola doesn't just throw its hat into the ring--it sticks its chin out and dares you to throw your best shot. Under industrial dome lights, with Marilyn Monroe watching from the wall and a 90s alt-rock soundtrack cutting through the air, the vibe is deliberate and confident. It's the kind of place that knows exactly what it's doing--and doesn't need to tell you that you're going to like it. Then the bread hits the table. It's not just bread; it's a declaration of intent. Fresh from the oven, it's hot, airy, almost shocking in a way that tells you someone in the kitchen understands fermentation like a jazz musician understands rhythm. It's a detail most places would ignore, but here? That bread lets you know what you're in for: precision, care, and a refusal to settle for "good enough." And then the pizza arrives. It's the kind of moment that makes you sit up, because this isn't just food--it's art. Think of a Ferrari idling outside a café in Milan, sleek and purposeful, every detail designed to turn heads. That's what Bettola's pizza looks like. Gorgeous. Effortless. Confident without trying too hard. The crust? It's not just a base--it's the star of the show. Most places treat crust like a conveyance, just there to deliver sauce and toppings to your mouth. Not here. Here, the crust is everything. Light, airy, and perfectly chewy, it's the kind of crust that makes you reach for the ends--not to finish what's left, but to savor it. No butter. No sauce. Just dough, pure and perfect, pulling you into its orbit. The sauce follows, bold and brassy. It's not sweet, not overly acidic--none of those shortcuts that plague lesser pies. It's tomato as it's meant to be: fresh, deep, and slightly salty, with just enough heat to keep you coming back for more. And the pepperoni? Generous. Well-distributed. Crisped at the edges like it's fresh from some wood-fired fever dream. The cheese ties it all together, playing its part without stealing the spotlight. Every element feels deliberate, purposeful, and executed with the kind of precision that demands respect. When it all comes together, it's not just pizza--it's harmony. Every bite is a reminder of what happens when someone refuses to compromise, when every detail matters. The crust, the sauce, the toppings--they don't just work together; they sing. For my.money, when Bettola is on its game, it proves that Cranston's pizza scene can go slice-for-slice with anyone in the state. This isn't just pizza; it's craft. A manifesto for why good enough will never be good enough. In a state where pizza is a religion, Bettola doesn't just rise to the challenge--it rewrites the commandments.

    Great craft beer options ! - A tall, slender glass filled with cloudy, yellow beer sits on a bar counter, with a small pumpkin behind it and a napkin underneath.
    Liz M.

    What a great place ! We have eaten here probably about six times and each time always have an excellent experience. There is a parking lot out back and you can park on the street if it's full. It's not a huge place so you may have to wait for a bit. But it's worth it. We usually get pizzas and they are always well Cooked with generous toppings. The staff are helpful and friendly and make sure your glass is never empty. They have a decent sized menu so there is something for everyone. It's a great option for a meal and I highly recommend it.

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    Ask the Community - Bettola

    How's the parking?

    There is a small parking lot behind the restaurant. Otherwise, there is free Street parking.

    Is this place good for kids?

    There is a kids menu with three pasta options.

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    Merlino's Pizzeria

    Merlino's Pizzeria

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    Oh my goodness, we had some of the BEST sandwiches here! We hadn't been to Merlino's for a few…read moreyears, but visited this past week with our RI Food Fights sandwich coupons. We were pleasantly surprised to see the restaurant had expanded and now has a bar, a very attractive seating area, and a much larger menu than the last time we were there. We were warmly greeted by a very friendly server who also was the bartender for the night, and she did a great job in both roles. We both ordered The Josephine sandwich: breaded chicken cutlet (poinded nice and thin and was well seasoned and crispy), fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper, arugula, and balsalmic glaze. We opted for getting our sandwiches Panuozzo style, which meant that all of the ingredients were folded into freshly baked pizza dough. This was what made the sandiwch expecially incredible! I will definitely go back to eat this again, and I wish they were open at lunctime since I work nearby. Merlino's also has highly rated pizza, and their desserts are house made. SO glad we stopped in and looking forward to going back!

    My second trip in was much better! The food was still really good! This time the wait time as far…read morefaster! The waitress was great and took good care of me. I know she put in no peppers on my sandwich, but they were on there. Hoping my third trip will warrant 5 stars, but it was certainly an improvement from the first time. Food is all 10/10 though for quality. Some of the best Italian around for sure.

    The Big Cheese & Pub

    The Big Cheese & Pub

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    This place is great ... you can tell not too much has changed since the 1970's and unintentional…read moreretro/vintage is my thing. This place could be so perfect with only a couple small changes! - There are white flourescent style lights on the ceiling. This really kills the vibe. It's almost like the top of the restaurant and the bottom don't match. You have cozy, 70's style wood paneling with dark wooden booths and stained glass lights hanging over the tables. Warm, cozy and intimate. Then, bright white lights above. I'd love to eat here with those bright lights turned off sometime. - Probably not economical but red checkered tablecloths, like vintage Italian restaurants used to have would make this place look like a movie set in a good way. That being said, everything else about this place is cool ... you know a good spot by how many regulars are there and everyone seemed to know everyone else by name on a Tuesday night. It wasn't crowded ... but it wasn't empty on an off-night. - The staff is exceptionally good. The waitress and hostess couldn't have been any sweeter and more helpful. Fast refills on the soft drinks and helpful without being intrusive. - The pizza is good. I have to admit, I am not sold on the cheddar cheese vs. mozzarella. I thought it would give the cheese an interesting, sharper taste but it seemed a bit bland. I will do the Italian-style next time with mozzarella. I liked my pizza but there was just something different about it. The crust is Greek-style ... kind of like the old Pizza Hut, when it was actually made fresh. Back in the 1980's and 90's there was nothing better than a golden, buttery light and crisp pizza crust from Pizza Hut, before the brand went to shit. This reminds me of that goodness of 1980's pizza crust. I'm not a thin crust guy ... but if you are, they have a thinner crust on the menu as well. Topping was good, maybe a bit spicier pepperoni would be a bit better ... toppings are a tad expensive for a few slices of pepperoni. A 3-topping pizza adds around $5. The small is good for two-people with light/moderate appetites. I wouldn't be able to eat a small and a salad by myself. Speaking of the salad ... one of the best regular house salads I've ever had. The dressing is amazing ... tangy, salty, perfectly done. I know it's hard to get all worked up over a standard Italian dressing but often the simplest things in cooking are the hardest to get right ... and they get the dressing right! Also, the lettuce was super fresh and the tomatoe slices were as well. The only issue I had was there was no 'side salad' version. There was a 'small' salad for around $8 ... but that could easily feed 2 - 4 people. Overall, this place gets just about everything right. It doesn't change or modernize. It's portions are great ... the food is very good ... prices maybe a bit high compared to other spots ... but you can tell they don't cut corners and everything is freshly made. The bar is where I'd want to sit normally ... but the seats are very close together and I didn't want to be elnow to elbow with strangers, so I snagged a small booth, which was also fine. The customers seemed nice ... but they all seemed very 'Cranston'. If they could deal with the lighting situation and make it less bright, I'd eat here 2 times per week. You can't beat a classic ... and this place is a classic.

    One of my favorite pizzas in Rhode Island. I love the old school, no frills ambiance and classic…read morehometown friendly service. They also have one of my favorite salad dressings- I would go there for that alone! I can't recommend this place enough- the delicious food and comforting vibes keep me coming back!

    Bettola - pizza - Updated May 2026

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