New York and Chicago may claim to be the authorities, but real pizza comes from the South: south Italy that is. And Bettola's in Pepper Place draws its inspiration from Naples, birthplace of modern pizza. A slightly spongy thin crust, meats and cheeses imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, and fresh herbs make these pies from the wood-burning oven mouthwatering. (They aren't cut into slices either so you'll have to dig in with fork and knife.) The stylish, modern interior and a popular patio also help make Bettola a rising star among Birmingham restaurants.
Beer and wine available. Serving lunch Mon–Fri, dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
Food & Wine: James Lewis, Best New Chefs, 2011
"But when asked where he gets his favorite pie outside of Bottega, [chef Frank] Stitt doesn't even hesitate: Bettola."
— Slice, July 14, 2009
New York and Chicago may claim to be the authorities, but real pizza comes from the South: south Italy that is. And Bettola's in Pepper Place draws its inspiration from Naples, birthplace of modern pizza. A slightly spongy thin crust, meats and cheeses imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, and fresh herbs make these pies from the wood-burning oven mouthwatering. (They aren't cut into slices either so you'll have to dig in with fork and knife.) The stylish, modern interior and a popular patio also help make Bettola a rising star among Birmingham restaurants.
Beer and wine available. Serving lunch Mon–Fri, dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
Food & Wine: James Lewis, Best New Chefs, 2011
"But when asked where he gets his favorite pie outside of Bottega, [chef Frank] Stitt doesn't even hesitate: Bettola."
— Slice, July 14, 2009