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ZipPicks Awards
Best BBQ Ribs in the Excelsior
Best Date Night Italian in the Excelsior
Best Family Friendly Italian in the Excelsior
Best Family Friendly Pizza in the Excelsior
Best Late Night Pizza in the Excelsior
Best Cheap Eats Pizza in the Excelsior
Best Happy Hour Wings in the Excelsior
Best Italian in the Excelsior
Best Pizza in the Excelsior
Master Critic Review
Bravo Pizza & Taphouse
7.7
Neighborhood Italian spot that also serves saucy BBQ pork ribs as a full entrée with pasta and vegetables. It’s an unexpected rib option when the group wants pizza and you want ribs.
Must-Try Dishes:
BBQ Pork Ribs entrée, New York Steak dinner, Garlic bread with house salad
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Full rib dinner inside a long-running neighborhood pizzeria.
Who should go: Groups wanting pizza plus ribs
When to visit: Weeknights after 7pm for easier seating
What to order: BBQ ribs entrée; garlic bread; Caesar salad
Insider tip: Call ahead for large parties; they’ll hold tables when possible.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Geneva and nearby residential blocks is free but competitive after 6pm; no valet or private lot.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual—jeans and polos are fine, but many locals dress up slightly for dinner.
Noise level: Moderate—family chatter and background music allow normal conversation without shouting.
Weekend wait: 30–45 minutes without a reservation, especially for large groups.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; steady but not crowded.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several pasta and pizza options can be made vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited—request cheeseless pizza or vegetable pasta with marinara.
Gluten-free options: Partially—gluten-free pasta available on request, but pizza crust not GF.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? It’s casual and comfortable rather than romantic—best for relaxed, low-pressure dinners where conversation matters more than ambience.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes for small parties; call ahead for groups of six or more to ensure space, especially on weekends.
Is it kid-friendly? Very—high chairs, quick service, and pizza favorites make it easy for families with kids ages 3 and up.
Best For
Better for: Ideal for groups that can’t agree on one cuisine—great balance between Italian comfort dishes and hearty BBQ ribs.
Skip if: You’re looking for a specialized BBQ joint or outdoor rib experience; this is a pizzeria first.
Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday4pm - 10pm
Wednesday4pm - 10pm
Thursday4pm - 10pm
Friday4pm - 11pm
Saturday12pm - 11pm
Sunday12pm - 8pm