Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete

Name: Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete
Address: 945 central ave, St. Petersburg, FL, United States, 33705
Telephone: (727) 258-7517
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (842)

$30 and under

Italian

945 central ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for groups
Neighborhood gem

For parties of 13 or more please call the restaurant.

*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
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(727) 258-7517
Website
http://www.bavarospizza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
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
While your event is at Bavaro's, enjoy the atmosphere of 100 year old historic brick walls, imported Italian floors, and a hand-crafted mahogany bar with mosaic Italian tiles. Listen and relax with a compilation of Italian music and Frank Sinatra playing in the backdrop; all while you can see and hear the crackling logs on the cooking surface of the 3rd generation wood-fired brick oven.

Location
945 central ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Neighborhood
St. Petersburg
Cross street
9th
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, 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 (STP)$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 842 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

St. Petersburg
Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete delights with "authentic and delicious" Italian cuisine. Known for "spectacular" wood-fired pizzas and "homemade pasta," the restaurant offers a "great atmosphere" and "exceptional service." Standout staff members like Jennifer and Ally enhance the dining experience, making it a "favorite spot" in St. Pete.

842 Reviews

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Elaina VIP
Southwest Florida29 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was fantastic. We had the tagliatelle bolognese and it was delicious. The service was awesome. Nice ambiance. We will definitely be going back. Highly recommend
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Teresa VIP
Tampa / Central Florida West10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our service was excellent. Really attentive for a large party of 7. Apps , chicken wings, were amazing along with the pizza. Italian beer was delicious. My favorite pizza place and our guests loved it too.
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Erica
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went with friends as a party of 8. Everything was spectacular. Can't wait to go back!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on June 20, 2025
Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Moira VIP
San Diego10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at thw bar last night. I believe the name is Janet. She explained everything in such detail, provided suggestions, was very nice and had such a good vibe to her. Wine recommendation was exactly what I was looking for. The food was good but I expected just a notch better. The verde salad had good taste with the EVO and lemon but still a bit dry for the amount of arugula. Now, I had higher expectations for the tagliatelle bolognese. I expected more sauce and definitely more meat. I initially dug with my fork to see if there truly was any meat in it. That said, I probably should have ordered the penne a la vodka looked sauce heavy. The bread was AMAZING.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on June 10, 2025
Moira, we appreciate the honest feedback. We hope to see you again soon!
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Christina
Tampa / Central Florida West13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Bavaro's St Pete is a favorite. We love the Penne al Vodka dish and are pleased that the restaurant offers a gluten-free option, as I have an allergy to it. The best thing about Bavaro's St Pete is Jennifer; she always remembers us, even after our first visit. She had her guests' needs front and center and knows the menu so well that she can help us try new things or adjust for my gluten allergy. Jennifer is a joy, attentive without smothering, and fun to talk to. Great team spirit.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on June 10, 2025
Christina, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this review and recognize Jennifer! Thank you for choosing Bavaro's!
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Shelly Marie VIP
Central Kentucky4 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The service was awful. The time between ordering and receiving even an appetizer was extremely too long. The server was VERY inattentive - cups were empty for quite a while and we even had to ask her to refill them. Two of our entrees were made incorrectly - wrong ingredient or even missing ingredient.
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on June 7, 2025
Hi Shelly, we are so sorry about that! Please reach out to us via our website and let is make this right.
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Andrea VIP
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waitress was attentive and super friendly, the food and drinks came out quickly and accurately! Been here a few times and always a great experience
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on May 30, 2025
Thank you for your loyalty to Bavaro's! We look forward to seeing you again!
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Corryn
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great service and food, one of our favorite spots in St Pete!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on May 30, 2025
We are honored to be one of your faves! See you next time!
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Rachael
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Felt like we were eating in Napoli! Authentic and delicious! Our server Ally was fantastic. Really happy with the wine list and the pricing. The food was spectacular. I can’t say enough.!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on May 23, 2025
Rachael, thank you so much for such a stellar review! We look forward to seeing you again!
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Melissa
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Apps, salads, wood fired pizzas, drinks, and our fav a al vodka pasta in this area!
Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St PeteResponded on May 30, 2025
Melissa, we are so glad you had such a great experience for your special celebration! Thank you for choosing Bavaro's! We hope to see you again soon!
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FAQs

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (727) 258-7517.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete is rated 4.6 stars by 842 OpenTable diners.

Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Google Map for Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete

945 central ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705

Additional information

Cross street
9th
Neighborhood
St. Petersburg
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bavarospizza.com/
Phone number
(727) 258-7517
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
While your event is at Bavaro's, enjoy the atmosphere of 100 year old historic brick walls, imported Italian floors, and a hand-crafted mahogany bar with mosaic Italian tiles. Listen and relax with a compilation of Italian music and Frank Sinatra playing in the backdrop; all while you can see and hear the crackling logs on the cooking surface of the 3rd generation wood-fired brick oven.

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Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria-St Pete

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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8" Margherita

Margherita Pizza

Burrata Pizza

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 (STP)$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

Overall ratings and reviews

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