Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa

Name: Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa
Address: 514 N. Franklin St. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL, United States, 33602
Telephone: (813) 868-4440 ext. 201
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1238)

$30 and under

Italian

514 N. Franklin St., Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

*Weather may interfere with your reservation, we will do our best to accommodate you.*

Bavaro’s opened its doors in March 2009 as the first traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria in the state of Florida.

A company committed to the art and craft of Neapolitan pizza, Bavaro’s stays true to tradition by using hand-crafted, wood-fired brick ovens designed by third-generation Neapolitan craftsmen, a 100-year-old yeast culture, 100-year-old Neapolitan recipes, and top-of-the-line ingredients sourced directly from Italy.

From a restaurant in downtown Tampa that seats 50 guests, to a global brand with a standard of quality that resonates around the world, Bavaro’s has since built 3 additional locations and continues to commit itself to the high-quality, welcoming experience that guests all around the country have grown to love.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 868-4440 ext. 201
Website
http://www.bavarospizza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Dan Bavaro
Catering
Our restaurant and catering team can host private events up to 75 people, and an unlimited amount of guests off location for catered events such as weddings, corporate functions, and other private parties. Bavaro's offers the finest authentic Italian cuisine prepared with quality ingredients to assure your guests enjoy a true culinary experience.
Private party facilities
Our restaurant and catering team can host private events up to 75 people, and an unlimited amount of guests off location for catered events such as weddings, corporate functions, and other private parties. Bavaro's offers the finest authentic Italian cuisine prepared with quality ingredients to assure your guests enjoy a true culinary experience.

Location
514 N. Franklin St., Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602
Neighborhood
Tampa
Cross street
Twiggs St.
Parking details
Street parking is free from 6:00pm-8:00am. There is a parking lot on the corner of Twiggs and N Florida Ave which is one block east from our restaurant. <br />
Public transit
Bus and Trolley available
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Classic Caesar$12.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Classic Caesar (Half)$9.00
Romaine, crostini, parmigiano reggiano, homemade Caesar dressing
Verde$13.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Verde (Half)$10.00
Baby arugula, heirloom cherry tomato, parmigiano reggiano, lemon, olive oil
Tomato Basil Soup Cup$7.00
san marzano tomato, onion, panna, basil
Tomato Basil Soup Bowl$10.00
san marzano tomato, onion, panna, basil

Pizza Napoletana

8" Margherita$12.00
San marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano reggiano, basil, evoo
8" American Pie$13.00
San marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, pepperoni
8" Diavola$13.00
San marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, fire roasted peppers, spicy fennel sausage, basil, calabrian chilies
8" Tre - Carne$14.00
San marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy soppressata, prosciutto cotto, spicy Italian sausage, basil, evoo
8" Burrata$14.00
Burrata, cherry tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo
8" Wild Funghi$14.00
Cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, garlic confit, leek, garlic thyme infused evoo. Red or white pie
- Red Pie$0.00
- White Pie$0.00

Pastaria

Lunch Penne Alla Vodka$13.00
Contains pork. Bavaro's famous vodka sauce served with imported penne
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Lunch Ravioli Al Formaggio$15.00
6 pieces. Fresh pasta filled with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese served in bavaro's famous vodka sauce
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Lunch Spaghetti$14.00
Fresh spaghetti, one beef & pork meatball, pomodoro sauce, basil oil
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
Lunch Rigatoni Al Funghi$15.00
Rigatoni, chicken, cremini, portobello, and oyster mushrooms, sundried tomato, crema, truffle oil, fried basil
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
- Sub Rigatoni$0.00
- Sub Tagliatelle$0.00
- Sub Penne$0.00
- Sub Spaghetti$0.00
- Sub Ravioli Formaggio$4.00
- Sub Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Sub Shrimp$1.00
- Sub Sausage$0.00
- Sub Broccolini$0.00
Lunch Pasta Bavaro$13.00
Pick your choice of pasta and sauce
- Penne$0.00
- Spaghetti$0.00
- Rigatoni$0.00
- Tagliatelle$0.00
- Ravioli Formaggio$2.00
- Gluten Free Penne$4.00
- Pomodoro Sauce$0.00
- Vodka Sauce$4.00
- Bolognese Sauce$4.00
- Crema Sauce$2.00
- Arrabbiata Sauce$2.00
- Pesto Sauce$2.00
- 50/50 Sauce$4.00
- Butter and Oil$0.00
- Pink Sauce$2.00
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00
Side of Sauce$0.00
select a 4 oz portion of your favorite Bavaro's homemade sauce
- Add Pomodoro on Side$2.00
- Add Bolognese on Side$4.00
- Add Vodka on Side$4.00
- Add Crema On Side$2.00

Panuozzo

Caprese Panuozzo$14.00
fior di latte, pesto, heirloom tomato, evoo, balsamic reduction, basil, sea salt
Chicken Caesar Panuozzo (TPA)$16.00
Italian Panuozzo$15.00
hot soppressata, prosciutto di parma, prosciutto cotto, red onion, parmigiano reggiano, provolone, arugula, champagne vinaigrette
Stracciatella Panuozzo$16.00
prosciutto cotto, heirloom tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo, sea salt
50/50 Special$14.50
Combine any two: half panuozzo, half salad, cup of tomato basil

Portafoglio

Margherita Portafoglio$12.00
san marzano tomato sauce, fior di latte, parmigiano romano, basil, evoo
Meatball Portafoglio$15.00
san marzano tomato, fior di latte, basil, whipped ricotta, parmigiano reggiano
Stacciatella Portafoglio$16.00
prosciutto cotto, heirloom tomato, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, evoo, sea salt

What 1,238 people are saying

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Tampa
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria in Tampa is celebrated for its "amazing pizza" and "delicious Italian food." Guests appreciate the "authentic Neapolitan-style" cuisine and "attentive service." The lively atmosphere is perfect for pre-show dining, though it can be "noisy." Reservations are recommended for this "downtown Tampa gem."

1,238 Reviews

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Gregory VIP
Southwest Florida36 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love Bavaro- the pizza is amazing and I got the special chicken Parmesan which was delicious!! Julie our server was knowledgeable and so friendly, can’t wait to go back!!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded 4 days ago
Gregory, we are glad you had such a great experience with us! We look forward to next time!
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Kimberly VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East37 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always leave a review because the PIZZA IS ALWAYS THAT GREAT!!! Thanks Kendall, until next time!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded 4 days ago
Kimberly, thank you for your loyalty to Bavaro's!
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Christopher
Alabama4 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Staff were great. Food was good, but nothing more special than any other good Italian I’ve had. I’d eat there again next time I’m in town. The Vodka souse was good, but a little sweet and ditch for my taste.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded 4 days ago
Christopher, we appreciate the honest review! We look forward to next time!
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Jennifer
Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I’ve been a patron of Bavarro’s for over 10 years. Ever since the TV was added the atmosphere isn’t great. It changes the lighting, it changes the romantic vibe of not looking at screens and we noticed all the staff stopping working and watching the baseball game. Our server wasn’t very attentive. She took so long to return after dropping the dessert menu we decided against it. I think her name was Caitlin or something similar sounding. Our food was incredible as always and we love the consistency of the food quality throughout the years. This won’t deter us from returning but it won’t be a spot we return to for a romantic atmosphere anymore until that TV is removed.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 20, 2025
Jennifer, we value your feedback and your loyalty to Bavaro's after all of these years! We are so sorry to hear about the service you received and we are addressing this with our team as that is not the service we strive to provide. See you next time!
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Austin VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Cozy Italian, food is clearly made in house and with care. Excellent service in a busy restaurant . Well done
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 20, 2025
Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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bill
Tampa / Central Florida West19 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was great. The food tasted good and the portions were about right. We were seated right next to the entrance and staging area where they place pick up orders and rolled silverware. The constant human traffic inches away from my chair took away from the ambiance. We almost asked to be re seated but decided otherwise. The staff did their best to navigate around us. Just part of a busy Friday night in a quaint restaurant.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 10, 2025
Bill, we appreciate the honest feedback. Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Edward VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West21 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Good good. Very noisy. Difficult to carry on a conversation.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 10, 2025
We appreciate the feedback Edward! Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Sarah
Orlando / Central Florida East9 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great pizza and garlic bread! More than enough for two people to share. The wine was a bit pricey, but if you come at happy hour, it's half off. Great spot.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 20, 2025
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Pamela
Tampa / Central Florida West7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! Thanks. We will be back also so nice on the phone
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 10, 2025
Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Benjamin
Columbus3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great job! We will be back. Good and service were both great
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - TampaResponded on June 10, 2025
Benjamin, thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 868-4440 ext. 201.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa is rated 4.8 stars by 1238 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa

514 N. Franklin St., Twiggs St., Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

Cross street
Twiggs St.
Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking is free from 6:00pm-8:00am. There is a parking lot on the corner of Twiggs and N Florida Ave which is one block east from our restaurant. <br />
Public transit
Bus and Trolley available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dan Bavaro
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(813) 868-4440 ext. 201
Catering
Our restaurant and catering team can host private events up to 75 people, and an unlimited amount of guests off location for catered events such as weddings, corporate functions, and other private parties. Bavaro's offers the finest authentic Italian cuisine prepared with quality ingredients to assure your guests enjoy a true culinary experience.
Private party facilities
Our restaurant and catering team can host private events up to 75 people, and an unlimited amount of guests off location for catered events such as weddings, corporate functions, and other private parties. Bavaro's offers the finest authentic Italian cuisine prepared with quality ingredients to assure your guests enjoy a true culinary experience.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - Tampa

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

8" Margherita

Spaghetti

Cavatelli

Lighter Fare

Classic Caesar$12.00

Classic Caesar (Half)$9.00

Verde$13.00

Verde (Half)$10.00

Tomato Basil Soup Cup$7.00

Tomato Basil Soup Bowl$10.00

Pizza Napoletana

8" Margherita$12.00

8" American Pie$13.00

8" Diavola$13.00

8" Tre - Carne$14.00

8" Burrata$14.00

8" Wild Funghi$14.00

Pastaria

Lunch Penne Alla Vodka$13.00

Lunch Ravioli Al Formaggio$15.00

Lunch Spaghetti$14.00

Lunch Rigatoni Al Funghi$15.00

Lunch Pasta Bavaro$13.00

Side of Sauce$0.00

Panuozzo

Caprese Panuozzo$14.00

Chicken Caesar Panuozzo (TPA)$16.00

Italian Panuozzo$15.00

Stracciatella Panuozzo$16.00

50/50 Special$14.50

Portafoglio

Margherita Portafoglio$12.00

Meatball Portafoglio$15.00

Stacciatella Portafoglio$16.00

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