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    Bettola

    4.3 (435 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Bars
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    The bar area
    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!

    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.

    only thing good about this place is the design and placemat. if you're gonna sell "pizza", it better taste better and different from digiorno... bolognese was awful. server sucked and didn't come back for anything; drinks sat empty since before we got entrees. save the money and preheat the oven to 425; you're better off going to the grocery store and making a pizza for one at home.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

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    7 months ago

    Consistent food, cozy atmosphere, & great team! Madison is the best! Highly recommend for takeout or dine in.

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    6 months ago

    Great whether dine in or takeout. Highlights are margerita pizza and sophia eggplant sandwich.

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    8 months ago

    Madison is great! Food and service awesome as usual. Recommend the Sophia sandwich , Abe Forman, Goodfella, bang bang broccoli.

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    8 months ago

    Food is fantastic, service even better. Especially with Madison at the bar. Specials every weekend.

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    8 months ago

    Get on the email list because the specials are FIRE !! Smash burger was amazing! Love this place!

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    Nice atmosphere. Great staff. Great food.Madison is awesome! Smashburger special was fantastic!

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    We found this place by accident and enjoyed it. Great craft beer selection and food was excellent. Will certainly return.

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    Some of the best pizza in RI! Kind service always from Katie and Madison. Love this spot!

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    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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    Tavern in the Square was an amazing place to eat. As soon as we walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewelcoming and energetic. The restaurant has a modern but cozy style, with lots of seating and a lively vibe that makes it perfect for hanging out with friends or going out with family. It felt comfortable but still exciting at the same time. The food was definitely the highlight. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and you can tell they care about quality. The portions were generous, and the presentation looked just as good as it tasted. There were so many options on the menu, so it would be easy for anyone to find something they like. The service was also great. The staff was friendly, attentive, and quick without making us feel rushed. They checked in at the right times and made sure everything was correct. It made the whole experience even better because we felt taken care of. Overall, Tavern in the Square is a restaurant I would absolutely recommend. Between the fun atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service, it was a really enjoyable experience. I would definitely go back again.

    Date night at Tavern in the Square was a nice meal, good service, in a modern industrial…read moreatmosphere. It was a bit noisy from the hard surfaces bouncing sounds. The dining area has honeycomb, black and white tile floor, the reclaimed wood slats on the benches and tables and big metal bowl lights all made for vibe cool. The bar is Big & oval bar must seat 20 people, It's a good spot too. Our libations were very tasty, I enjoyed one of the best Aperol spritz ($12) I have tasted and my date had the old-fashioned banana foster $14. We were both very happy with these choices. For a meal we ordered bowls, $25 each. I had the ahi Tuna bowl and she had the salmon bowl. They really cut back on the fish in these bowls... shrink- flation? Added lots of rice and I had to ask for more kimchi and carrots just to see more vegetables, but in general, it was fine. The Salmon bowl on the other hand had so much broccoli that it was overpowering the entire balance of the dish. I'll pick differently next time. The good service and the convenience of the tavern in Garden City will bring me back.

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    Topgolf

    Topgolf

    3.5
    (95 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    Such a fun place to hang out with friends or coworkers! Service is usually quick and very attentive…read morein the bay areas, although it seemed a little less so on my most recent visit. I seem to only come here in extreme weather - on a freezing day on January, we were able to stay warm from the heaters that blast from the ceiling, even though you're 60% outdoors. However, when I went in the heat wave last week thinking they'd surely have just as strong air conditioning, I was sweating like crazy. There doesn't seem to be any air conditioning in the bays, and the fans rotated and only hit you briefly before moving on - not super helpful. I wish there was a better way to regulate the temperature in the heat. The appetizers are amazing here despite my incorrect assumption that it'd be mid bar food. I, unprompted, will rave about the queso here to anyone who even so much as whispers the word "Topgolf". The pizza was kind of meh, it reminded me of middle school cafeteria pizza (which hey, sometimes I'm in the mood for that, but it was not super fresh seeming?) We got a big assorted platter and the Mac n cheese bites were yummy, although I wish they didn't have a bit of kick to them. They really need a marinara sauce to come on the platter to dip them in though- the salsa it came with wouldn't go (and wasn't amazing), and the ranch also on the platter felt like creamy overkill to pair with them. The pretzel bites with cheese dip are the perfect size, never too dry or salty, and the dip is incredible, just make sure you eat it before it cools and gets harder because it's significantly less yummy that way. The donut bites with syringes of different fillings (what a fun format!) are a MUST, my coworkers and I have almost gotten into fights over the last shot of creme filling LOL I got the Tito's Mango Frozen Lemonade and it was fantastic, not too boozy (which was perfect for my needs) and helped cool me down. I always want a Jack and Coke when I'm here for some reason, but they only have Pepsi, and it's just not the same (and far inferior, let's be honest). The games are fun, although the instructions on the new soccer game they added for the World Cup and the Angry Birds games are not very clear and left our party confused. I've never handled the booking process, but it seems the standard time slot is 2 hours, after which the screens promptly boot you off. This never feels like quite enough time and I always wish we could stay for 2.5 or 3 hours! The parking lot is spacious and bathrooms are always clean. It can be a little pricy but they run promos. This would be a great spot for a birthday party, friend reunion, or I've been on multiple work team bonding trips.

    Fun different and family friendly. Had a blast with my hubs and two grands ages 11 and 12. We…read moreenjoyed 3 rounds of golf games in a reserved bay booking a 90 min slot. We enjoyed an order of the donuts that you inject with filling. They arrive warm and it's both fun and delicious. The kids want to come back again.

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