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    Bettola

    4.3 (436 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Mamma Mia Pizza
    David S.

    I concur with the averaged out consensus of 4.3. They are doing it right at this little corner spot in Cranston! At first I was planning on hitting Pizza Mamma, but they're hyped bc of RHoRI. At any rate, I'm thrilled I chose Bettola. At the entry is a massive sign that exclaims, 'Best Pizza in RI'. They may not be IMO, but they're up there! The dough is fresh and the pizza is made fresh. The ingredients are above par for sure. The staff are nothing out of the ordinary, neither disgruntled nor overly excited. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend. Mangiamo!

    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.

    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.

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    Matthew L.

    Bettola is a Neapolitan-style pizzeria and restaurant that opened in Cranston, Rhode Island in December 2018. It was founded by the Night Owl Restaurant Group, led by president Alexander Guarino. Born in Italy, Guarino was raised in Rhode Island and has had a long-term relationship with delicious Italian food. His family opened the restaurant Basta in Cranston in 1989. Around 2010, managers Anthony and Joanne Micheletti stepped down after 15+ years, and the younger Guarino took over Basta himself. He completely rebranded and renovated the space. After many years of success, his team decided to open a new venture in Cranston's Auburn/Rolfe Square section. Bettola (roughly translated as "tavern" in Italian) has a menu that features Neapolitan-style pizzas, Italian entrees, pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches, various appetizers, and craft cocktails. The team behind Bettola includes executive chef Steve Boyd, director of operations Justin Braun, and manager Ashley Burba. My family and I recently had dinner at Bettola while we were in the Greater Providence area for the evening. We really loved the interior with its nice design motif. To drink, my wife and I shared the "Cursed Cauldron for 2" (Smirnoff Kissed Caramel vodka, brandy, apple cider, caramel syrup, orange juice, ginger ale, gummy worms). It was a delicious cocktail that was perfect for the Halloween season. For food, we couldn't decide on one dish so we decided to order a bunch of dishes for the whole table to share. For pasta, we shared the "Pink Vodka" (pink vodka sauce, grated Romano, rigatoni) and the "Intrepid Outlier" (rigatoni, sweet Italian sausage, butternut squash, sundried tomatoes, garlic, sage, light cream sauce, shaved pecorino, EVOO). For pizza, we shared the "Margherita" (fresh mozzarella, grana, basil, garlic, EVOO) and the "Fig N' A" (arugula, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, fresh & shredded mozzarella, figs, gorgonzola, garlic, oil, balsamic glaze). Everything was delicious! Each dish was a modern take on classic Neapolitan-inspired staples. We would love to return the next time we are in the area!

    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!

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    Brussels sprouts app

    Jacob was our server. His service was excellent, and he was so personable and kind. Our food was delicious, and the atmosphere is always friendly and welcoming.

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    So always the pizza is so good. I had the fig n a pizza and my husband had the gold digger. Always good and the staff is very friendly.

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    Great food! Never had a bad meal here after going there several times! Would highly recommend.

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    Take out and food was outstanding stuffed shells and meatball were great pizza is terrific

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    Bettola is a gem of Cranston! Our bartender Madison was awesome and the food was delicious! Highly recommend!

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

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    There is a kids menu with three pasta options.

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    Merlino's Pizzeria

    Merlino's Pizzeria

    4.4
    (55 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Merlino's had a nice renovation and went from a takeout place to what is truly a lovely little date…read morespot. The decor is fantastic. Merlino's also added what I think is probably the best tomato pie in Rhode Island. Anytime I'm anywhere in the area. I am absolutely there for this. It's somewhere between a New Haven pizza and the best pizza strip you've ever had in your life. Herby, thick, aromatic, crispy, and absolutely delicious, it's an incredible pizza. We also got one of those fancy sandwich things that are made with a pizza crust. I can never say the name of it, so I don't bother, but let's just say it's freaking amazing. Get the chicken parm. You will not be disappointed. The meatball is also fantastic. The fries that come with it, with a little bit of cheese and aromatics on it, are fantastic. This is one of the best-kept secrets in Rhode Island: truly great pizza and truly great people working behind the scenes. You'll love it here.

    Interesting little place in a small strip. Ordered pizza and side appetizer…read more Place is dark with an aroma of burning oak. Nice bar... check out the beer glass...old school -we affectionately call them "Guido glasses"... Friendly...one guy working the front. Pizza was excellent, great crust and toppings. The meatballs were very good too as was their marinara. I want to go back and try a meal in house. I think it will be a good experience.

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    The Big Cheese & Pub

    The Big Cheese & Pub

    4.3
    (430 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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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.

    WOW! I'm a native NYer who worked at a pizza place for a decade just outside the city. I am usually…read morenot impressed by pizza in New England but Big cheese & pub exceeded my expectations and I'll def be back to try more than just this pizza! I came in for RI food fights and got to pick three toppings for a small pizza. I went with eggplant, chicken and black olives. It was amazing! Honestly I have enough food for the rest of the week! I didn't get my servers name but she was subbing for a sick bartender and she was great! I enjoyed chatting with her. She got me in and out as quickly as she could before my dance class and I greatly appreciated that! Everyone that worked there was super friendly and attentive. I wish i was in less of a rush to have taken in even more. The spot has an old time feel but in the best way possible. It just felt like home. I can't wait to go back for more Italian goodies!

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    Maria's Pizza and Wings

    Maria's Pizza and Wings

    3.9
    (167 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    Maria's Pizza And Wings on Pontiac Ave in Cranston is a neighborhood spot, the kind that's easy to…read moremiss if you don't already know it's there, tucked in and going about its business without asking for your attention. Because I know about this little hidden gem already, I was driving home after a long day and I wasn't going to pass it without stopping. This is what I'd call emotional support pizza. Not a pilgrimage. Not a revelation. Just a really solid pie from a place that knows what it's doing and doesn't need to make a fuss about it. Pepperoni and black olive for me today. The crust had that chew you want, cooked through, some golden brown color on the bottom. The sauce was rich tomato with garlic running underneath the cheese, present enough to know it's there without fighting for attention. The olives were generous and distributed like someone thought about where they landed, not just dropped from a height. The pepperoni is cupped and charred slightly at the edges. The toppings-to-cheese ratio was right. It arrived fast and it arrived hot. This is what a revered neighborhood pizza place is supposed to be. Maria's does it. It's primarily takeout, four tables, busy foot traffic in and out the whole time I was there. They do good business and they know what their business is. I sat down anyway because I tend to be an iconoclast, and it was a fine visit. If you live nearby, you already know about this place. If you don't, that's between you and your neighborhood. Maybe you should move.

    I am hooked on Maria's pizza. I stopped in as the are a contestant in the RI Food Fight's Lord of…read morethe Pies competition and got a small pizza with sausage. I ordered over the phone and was told it would be ready in 20 minutes. I walked into the shop twenty minutes later and it was ready. The staff was very courteous and the whole ordering/paying process was as it should be - easy! I took it home and it had just cooled enought to eat it. This is the type of pizza I love. A thinker crust, loaded with mozzarella, and a nice sauce that was not overwhelming. The sausage had a nice spice to it. (For the record, I am not a fan on New Haven style pizza, which seems to be popular in RI - this is not that. Nor is it New York style - which I do like BUT not over the style that Maria's serves.) I aslo added some wings to the order (this time spicy BBQ). Those were good as always. It also should be said that I had left over pizza and it reheated nicely! They now are my go to pizza place.

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