Bella Gusto Urban Pizzeria

Everything here is tasty and I haven’t had a dish I wouldn’t order again. My favorite is the prosciutto pizza with fig jam, though my husband always sneaks a slice and the gnocchi is also really good. We like going on Wednesdays for the buy one get one deal since it’s a fun way to try new pizzas.

This place was a very cute bar area & eating area very cute & welcoming. Our waitress Kayla was an amazing server & extremely friendly & helpful on what to order for our first time there. I had the amazing Chocolate martini & was even delivered extra chocolate & a strawberry with my drink. Our pizza was amazing & we loved everything about our Happy Valentine's date night. Thanks for a fun evening forsure & will be back again💕🥰💙

Stopped by for dinner on a Sunday and snuck in right before they stopped serving food and boy were we thrilled! Bread was fantastic. My cacio was really good and my husband loved his gnocchi! We got the peppermint cheese cake to go which I’m really excited about ◡̈ we will definitely be back!

Great food, service and experience. We went there on a Friday around 5pm. Not busy at the time, but started filling up by the time we left. We ordered a seasonal bruschetta and split a white pizza - Cacio E Pepe Pizza. Both were very good! The bruschetta bread was a little soft, which was different and so was the pizza. Regarding the latter, the server explained how the pizza was made and what to expect, so it was all good. Regarding the taste, both items were very flavorful. The pizza was a little oily, but that's kind of the nature of buttery white pizza's, so zero complaints. Also, the music was awesome! Just a great mix of New Order, Depeche Mode and good variety of alternative tracks. Truly enjoyable experience. Will be back!

Wow! What a pleasant surprise. This place is definitely under the radar. My wife and I ate here for the first time and it was delicious. We had the house bread, shrimp scampy and the flavor town pizza. De-li-cious! Drinks were great too. I had the espresso martini and my wife had some red wine. Great service, great food (thanks gentlemen) and the perfect vibe inside. We are lifers now. See you next weekend!

Incredibly delicious food, friendly staff and great service. Had their Burrata for an appetizer. It came with wilted kale, apricot jam, house-made bread and balsamic glaze. The plate was delicious. I enjoyed all the different spices in the burrata along with the apricot jam. The mix of the two was incredible. The balsamic glaze added a little kick, which was delightful. It was a decent portion, so it’s a filling appetizer. For my entrée, I had their Shrimp Scampi. I loved the delicious white wine lemon sauce along with the shrimp. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and meaty. The tomatoes were on the sweet and sour side, which complemented the dish well. The dish was delicious over all and was also a decent portion. Very tangy. I also got to try their Gnocchi Gorgonzola. The creaminess on the sauce was unbelievable and flavorful. The gnocchi was perfectly cooked and had the perfect texture. The pancetta was delicious and its saltiness added lots of flavor to the dish. The arugula refreshed the palate from all the creamy goodness. To drink I had their Red Sangria. It was delicious, fruity and strong. It was so chilly and refreshing. I recommend. I also had the best server. She was very sweet, patient and attentive. She was very welcoming and made many recommendations. She knew the menu pretty well and was able to help me decide on what to get since it was my first time at their restaurant. Thank you for a great time and such delicious food. Will be back. Totally recommend.

Took a girl out to dinner for the first time, she is vegan, so we searched around and landed upon this incredible place, Britney, our server is so awesome, she is the best. So, we went back again tonight and had another great time, the food is incredible, the atmosphere is so relaxing, and the owner is a great guy. Everyone that worked there smiled when they walked past our table and it felt like being home, where people care about you. I have a lot of famous friends in the movie and acting world that do signings at my record store and plan on bringing them here for dinners in the future. 5 stars from me and my date for sure⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What a pleasure to find a place with authentic Italian flavored pizza. We spent a few weeks in Italy this summer and the favors of the food at Bella Gusto Urban pizzeria was spot on. This is my new favorite pizza place in the valley.

I invited my wife's coworkers to help celebrate a milestone birthday, as she truly values and enjoys their company. It was a surprise party, and she was genuinely thrilled and touched! Everyone enjoyed the food and service, and it made my wife very happy to celebrate in such a pleasant setting. Some guests ordered pizza, others chose pasta, and three of us wine lovers shared a nice bottle that was also reasonably priced. The appetizers were a big hit--we even had to order a second round of the calamari! We were all too full for dessert, but the restaurant kindly brought out a gelato with a candle for my wife, complimentary. It was a thoughtful gesture that capped off a wonderful evening. They also provided me with a veteran's discount!

Oh what a tasty Thursday night we had last week! My hubs and I popped in at around 6pm and were seated immediately. The place was a bit empty but based on a previous attempt to get a table last minute on a Sat, I suspect that weeknights just are not high traffic nights for Bella Gusto. The ambience was delightful. Good music and soft lighting- which I love, I do not like heavy bright lights boring a hole into my retina and giving me a headache. It also gives off a very chill and romantic vibe. Now onto the food! We had the Mary Margherita pizza, the Tuscana pizza and the calamari. All were splendid. The calamari was crispy and had a very light breading. The marinara clearly had a vinegary hot sauce in it, which was not my favorite (I prefer crushed red pepper) but it was still super tasty and definitely whetted my appetite ahead of the pizzas arriving. The pizza was exactly as described by the generous and helpful server. As uninitiated, she explained the brick oven style and how it would slightly burn bits of the crust on the outside but the inner dough would be soft and bendy (which many mistake for raw). I can see how it's a delicate balance. We enjoyed both pizzas thoroughly, but I'd have to say I like the flavor of the margherita the best. The Tuscana toppings definitely gave the marg a run for it's money tho.. so good. Whatever pizza you get tho, the CRUST is what shines. My God, so perfectly crisp, a bit butter, a bit garlicky but not overly so if you're sensitive to that kind of thing. We each had a glass of beer with dinner and were full and satisfied. It was a delightful dinner/date night. Thanks for dinner Bella Gusto, we will be back.

I was excited to try this pizza place, and it was a hidden gem! First off, our server Kayla was amazing. Drinks were filled quickly, food was out in a timely manner, and she knew the menu very well which helped us through the many options on the menu. We started with the Cesar, then shared two pizzas. The crust was light and fluffy. It was an amazing pizza! I will be returning to try their pastas!

The food is all delicious. I have not tried anything that I wouldn't eat again. My go to pizza is the prosciutto with fig jam. Even my husband always steals a slice of it. The gnocchi is also great. We like to go on Wednesdays to take advantage of their buy one pizza, get one for $10. Great way to try new flavors.

For months, my friend has been mentioning this place near her house to try one night. The stars finally aligned for me to try this location this month, and I'm glad I did! Immediately upon entering we were greeted and noticed we came at an off time, so there was plenty of seating. The dining area would slowly fill up as we dined, but with how fairly spacious this place is, it still felt fairly intimate and private. My friend raved on and on about the Fried Eggplant ($13.25), so that was a must to start the meal! It was likely the best tasting eggplant I've ever had, and I can easily see just dining in to have this and being content. It is so crispy, delicious, and packed full of flavor! Also for a starter, we had the house bread ($8.25) which was also delicious and fresh out of the oven. Though the Fried Eggplant was a clear winner if you only wanted to get one appetizer to start. As for entrees, I was torn between pasta or pizza. Both I have heard are fantastic, so it made for a difficult decision. Ultimately, I decided to go with an old standby favorite of mine - Cacio e Pepe ($16.75). Overall, it had really good flavor but wasn't my favorite comparing to other locations I've had it. Though still a very good pasta! I just might try another pasta dish or a pizza when we return. Because yes, we will be back here! If you are in the area, even if just looking for a glass of wine and a small bite - this is your destination! Want something heavier, they have you covered! Be sure to check this great place out as I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

Service was great.Your dough needs help. I'm a huge fan of Neapolitan style pizza. Super chewy over worked. Stretched a tad too thin. Even when asked to be cooked extra it doesn't help. The crust is awful. Pastas were ok at best.. The Marsala is way to salty and the Marsala loses its flavor with the massive amount of herbs tossed into this just not a good balance. Love my pasta al dente but not this al dente. Beer not very cold.Hands Down the worst cacia de pepe pizza I have ever had in my entire life Been here probably over a dozen times and this is probably my last. Was there for my birthday lol horrible. 8/7/2025

My most recent experience was amazing! Kayla, our server was extremely kind and helpful, especially offering to-go diet cokes. We started with a ceasar salad and had some of the best pizza I have tried in the valley, thanks to there wood-oven they cook the pizza in. I got the prosciutto and peaches, which was perfectly sweet and savory. The restaurant was clean and had nice decor. Previously I had tried the Zepoli's which were not the traditional Zepoli made of pizza crust which is the traditional style. With their pizza crust, I was expecting great Zepoli's but instead it tasted more like funnel cake. Overall, the restaurant is great, and the Zepoli issue is just not my personal favorite but others may enjoy it more than the traditional Zepoli.

We decided to stop after shopping at the mall. Love the atmosphere. Our waitress was the sweetest. Here's how we rate our food. My son got the cheese pizza. I didn't think the crust was done enough. I had the Cacio e peppe, it was good but had a bit too much pepper. Weirdly, I thought it was better after eaten (like the aftertaste was amazing). My daughter had the gnocchi bologonese...it was divine! Our desserts were amazing, one of the best cheesecakes ever! Overall, we loved it. Service was fast for a Friday night. All a bit sleepy and full!

Just got takeout from here and the food is delicious! Ordered a couple of pies and a half salad. The Phoenix salad is delicious and a good portion for a half. The lettuce is crisp, toppings are good and the dressing complements it well. We ordered the Tuscana and Capriossca pie. Both are delicious! The dough tastes homemade and lightly crispy on the bottom. This honestly is one of the best Neapolitan style pizzas in the area! I was quite impressed. Would love to come and dine in next time.

The food here was superb. My wife and I shared the Prosciutto E Riculo and Italian Salad. The Summer Sangria was also a great addition. Ambiance, service was also excellent. Not sure why we don't come here more frequently. Next time we will come on Wednesdays. We hear the BOGO $10 pizza is an amazing deal!

Bella Gusto has risen to become our fave local pizza spot since it's only 15 minutes away :) delicious neapolitan pizza with a soft and fluffy crust and flavorful toppings! We came with a reservation on a Friday night - def recommend because I saw a few parties waiting for a table. It was busy and service was slightly slow but we didn't mind. Ordered a 1/2 Phoenix salad and was able to sub the goat cheese for parmesan which we really appreciated! The salad had a great citrus-y contrast and I loves the candied walnuts. Dressing was light how we like it! The calamari was also decent - our least fave dish of the night but doesn't mean it was bad - just wish it was a bit crispier. As for pizzas we got the Flavortown (hello truffle oil!) and the Tuscana. Husband thought the truffle overwhelmed all the other toppings but I didn't mind lol. The Tuscana felt like a nice cleanse after. Both delicious and I can't wait to come back to try more items. Restaurant is casual/family-friendly and there's even a separate room if you want to reserve for a large party. My server was also really kind and sweet!

Bella Gusto is a vibey neighborhood spot with friendly service and reliably tasty food and drinks! Unfortunately, for those of us with celiac disease or gluten allergies/intolerances, this Italian restaurant does not offer much for you. No gluten-free pizza. No gluten-free pasta. No gluten-free bread. They do offer some pretty terrific gluten-free calamari... and there are also some salads that you could order without certain ingredients (e.g., croutons) to make them gluten-free, so that is something. I was lucky on my last visit, as their New Year's Eve special was Sirloin & Scallops over polenta. The dish was indeed special... quite spectacular! However, on my first visit, I was stuck eating an entire meal of just calamari. So next time I will be sure to call ahead and ask about the specials before heading over - I recommend you do the same. Overall rating: ****FOUR STARS**** Gluten-free rating: *ONE STAR*

Love their pizza. They have great weekday specials and have the oven right front so you can see your pizza being created. Love the BOGO night.

Stopped by for dinner on a Sunday and snuck in right before they stopped serving food and boy were we thrilled! Bread was fantastic. My cacio was really good and my husband loved his gnocchi! We got the peppermint cheese cake to go which I'm really excited about we will definitely be back!

Amazing food and great service! Can accommodate large party with a private room or a cozy table for two. All their dishes were delicious.

My husband and I went here with mid expectations and we were BLOWN AWAY!! INCREDIBLE PIZZA! We felt like we were eating authentic pizza right out of Rome. The crust. The sauce. The cheese. This is in my top 3 pizzas in AZ hands down. We already can't wait to go back and try more. We got the margherita and calabrese. I'm dying to go back to try the handmade pastas and some of the desserts. No complaints on the service. We really enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere inside. Cannot wait to go back!

F'n phenomenal. I'll be back. Calamari. Pasta pomodoro. Prosciutto e Rucola. Sicilian (to go). Margarita x 2. Service could improve, but I'll return for the food.

I can't believe that I have not reviewed this pizza place as it's close to our home. it is a relatively small restaurant that is fun to watch while they make the pizza . We've walked there several times to grab a bite to eat. Keep in mind that the pizza is on the smaller side, so you want your own pizza especially if you're hungry. The food and service has always been top-notch.

Good at Bella Gusto, specifically their wood fired pizzas, are terrific! Take heed that on Wednesdays you'll get the most bang for your buck with pizzas. They have a buy one pizza, get another pizza for $10. That's when hubby and I love to go and just dig in to the amazing pizzas. Service is always great and the ambiance is nice. Feels cozy and comfy.

Bella Gusto has been on my radar for a while. Its recognition for its wood fired pizza cannot be ignored. I ordered the Santa Merda pizza. Interestingly enough, it tasted better than it looked. The pizza looked undercooked and had a doughy bottom. It has very little crisp and needed to be folded to be eaten. The flavour was excellent. No regrets. I'm glad I tried.

Great local pizza spot. Favorite is the flavortown. Overall really solid Italian wood fired pizza!

Food was bland expensive and service was disinterested Even though I can walk there we haven't been back

I can only rate them from their reviews and web page. I would love to go try thier menu but they open at 4 pm and I live in Avondale. I am once in a while in their area but it is during the day, noon and thereafter. Times which they are not open. To go there during their regular hours would be a 75+ mile round trip......so, I would recommend them from reviews and web site, but an actual review of the food, service, venue and the like will have to wait. Sure seems like a great place. Not sure this qualifies as a Review, more of a frustrated comment I guess.

This was our second time here. It's a hidden gem. We don't live far from here so we strolled over for dinner. Pizza only takes a few minutes so the waitress waited while we enjoyed our salad before putting in our order. We also enjoyed watching them make the pizzas as the oven was within view. The mozzarella is made fresh at the location. The setting is cozy and was perfect for our date.

We've been here twice in the past year and both times have been a great experience. First time we tried the handmade pasta, delicious! The second time we tried both a red and white pizza. Unbelievable pizza. It's now our favorite Neapolitan pizza place in the area. The closest to the pizza we had in Naples. They even import their flour from what the waiter told us. Service was great, and the inside is casual and cosy. The center piece is the pizza oven and it's awesome!

Homemade vegan cheese that melts!!! Great meat and topping quality with one of the best flavors on a pizza. For apps recommend the salad and bread.

Found out about this place while watching a show on PBS called Check Please Arizona. It's located in a shopping strip mall but don't let you stop you. As you walk in, it's very open and the first thing you notice is there wood fire oven and all the wood stacked up. There was a bar toward the back and lots of tables. We were quickly sat. The menu was what I expected. We started with the Phoenix salad and my husband had the Caesar salad. Both salads were good and the Caesar was the best I've had in a long time. We got the Tuscana. The pizza was delicious and filling. We will definitely be coming back to try their other pizzas

Good pizza, great calamari. Decent service, ambiance is mediocre. But you're going there for that baby powder dough of the Neapolitan pizza and it's hits the mark. Chewy, doughy and airy, and good size. Definitely will go back.

This is one of the best, if not the best, Neopolitan pizzas I have had. I highly recommend them. If I find myself in Chandler, I will be back. Our server was very friendly, and we enjoyed our conversation with her.

My boyfriend and I were on our way to a music festival and I was craving pizza.... But I am extremely picky about the dough. So I looked on Yelp for a great pizza place in the Tempe/Chandler area that was not "fast food"/order in line and that was known for having great flavor and texture for their dough. Bella Gusto popped up, so we decided to try it. We were there by 5:00 on a Saturday and we beat the rush. The server was extremely nice and friendly, the food was prompt, and the ambiance was great. The first I noticed was that the tables were not crammed too tightly next to each other, which was ideal. As for the food... Each of us ordered a pie - my boyfriend got the Margherita, and I ordered the Prosciutto E Ruccola. Bot were EXCELLENT, though I have to say that my prosciutto pizza was better than the margherita. However, all ingredients were fresh, and they did not skimp on the toppings! (See photo.). The dough is wood fired and delicious! Speaking of not skimping, I ordered a small salad and chose the Italian Chop Salad, and it was absolutely loaded with salame, cubed pepperoni, and shredded cheese. And the dressing was amazing! Two final things to mention are the fact that the restaurant is located in a plaza, so there is plenty of parking. And the prices are definitely reasonable. We will absolutely return!

Seated immediately upon arrival with my son. Had the spaghetti and meatballs as I usually do. Spaghetti is thicker like fettuccine but made in house and is sooo fresh. Meatballs are insane, some of the best I've had. I love the fresh cheese they grate on top and the portion is pretty large. I usually order the side of rustica bread to scoop up the remaining sauce but passed this time around. My son ordered the kids cheese pizza, all fresh ingredients, he finished the whole pie himself. Love this place! I literally crave those meatballs at least once a week, absolutely worth a try. Very small menu so they perfect their dishes, I would highly recommend!!!

Three of us came here for dinner for the first time last night (Thursday). We arrived at 6pm and it wasn't very busy, but got progressively more busy in the hour and a half we were there. This seemed like a spot many locals/repeat customers go to. A few things I like is the menu, there's a lot to choose from, and I like they have products that you can buy and take home (written on the chalk board by the entrance) in case you want to make a dinner at home with their ingredients. But we all liked the food we got, we ordered the fried eggplant as an appetizer and it was great. I ordered a margherita pizza, and I liked the sauce and cheese, but thought the crust was just okay. I also got a drink, but thought the cocktails were a little pricey for just tasting average. Overall I would come back and try this place out again.

How did I not know about this place years ago?!? Their pizza is sooooo good!! I ordered the G.O.A.T and it tasted phenomenal. The crust was everything and the toppings were just enough. I also ordered the Raspberry Mojito, which was two thumbs down and don't recommend. It tasted like cherry cough syrup. I didn't complain because I'm not a complainer in restaurants. The inside was very clean, our server was very friendly and attentive. I'd definitely go back as this was by far the best pizza I've ever had in AZ. Reminded me of my trip to Amsterdam and their pizza.

The pizza is delicious! I live the brick oven taste and the lightness of the pizza. The salad and calamari were great too! Can't wait to come back with my husband.

First time here and we all loved our meals!!! Drinks were delicious! I got an espresso martini and Moscow Mule! Both hit the spot! They also have limoncello flights! I'm not a huge fan of limoncello but a great option for those that do! I got the shrimp scampi and it was amazing! Perfect lemony flavor!! My husband got the Gnocchi bolognese and devoured it! My dad had a pizza and he said it's the best pizza he's ever had. He's been to Italy over a dozen times, so that's saying something!! My stepmom had the gnocchi Gorgonzola and LOVED it! Every meal was perfect! I just wish the bread was complimentary!! We will be back!!

I had this place bookmarked for a while now in search of a good Neopolitan style pizza reminiscent of the true taste of Italy. After I watched an episode on 'Check, please! Arizona' on this place, I had to finally try it; especially after a patron on the show mentioned the pizza reminded her of the pizza she had in Italy. We arrived early on a Saturday and waited until they opened because I couldn't make reservations for only two people on-line. Only four people or more was offered on their site. Obviously we were their first diners. The hostess sat us and gave us our menus and told us who our server would be. I knew I wanted to try their pizzas; so we agreed on one Tuscana with sausage and mushrooms and the other Il Finocchio with lemon ricotta, fennel, arugula, goat cheese, and garlic. We also ordered a large bottle of San Pellegrino. After our pizzas were brought out, I noticed a good third of my pizza had no mozzarella. Very small dollops of mozzarella were scattered here and there on my pizza. I was very disappointed. For me, a good pizza must have the three most important ingredients and I must taste each with each bite and those are, a great tasting tomato sauce, quality cheese, and a good crust. The tomato sauce wasn't reminiscent of DOP San Marzano tomatoes which are remarkably sweet. This wasn't a deal killer however. The cheese was basically non existent. The crust had great chew and flavorful of a good woodfired pizza. That I did enjoy. But the lack of ingredients (cheese) ruined my experience. My wife did enjoy her pizza. She almost finished the whole thing, but brought one piece home. Will I return? Probably not! Oh, and after my wife entered the bathroom; our server walked out of the stall and out of the bathroom without washing her hands! Not cool! So my search for a true Neopolitan style pizza continues!

A hidden gem. Love their white pizza. Everything there is great. Watching them fire the pies is a nice plus too.

Best Neapolitan pizza I've found in Chandler area and great homemade pasta and desserts. Also run a generous reward program and offer Facebook coupons. Check them out.

Came here for dinner and had a really nice meal overall. The restaurant is a little outdated and not very modern which is not a problem but I wouldn't call it a fancy restaurant by any means. The homemade bread appetizer was insanely good! Charred really nicely on the outside and the rosemary and salt level was perfect. Ordered the calamari as well which was cooked really nicely. I would have hoped for it to be a little more crispy but the cook on the calamari made up for it. We ordered a couple of pizzas including the Calabrese and the prosciutto and arugula pizza. The prosciutto pizza was my favorite. The calabrese was good but had a little too much sauce. It was a little on the pricey side and I wish their happy hour was more appealing but I can definitely see myself coming back here for another meal!

My four stars is a solid four. I have to say that I was very impressed with the pizza here and will definitely be returning. My family and I came in on a Sunday evening, and it was packed. We all came away pleased with the entire meal. A few years ago, my wife and I considered going here but got takeout from another restaurant. I don't know why we never returned, but I'm definitely happy that we eventually did. Together, we ordered two pizzas, two salads, and the meatballs. The Santa Merda! is a white pizza with sweet and spicy bites. The hot honey was a nice touch and countered the Calabrian chilies. The other pizza we ordered was the Capricciosa, which is probably more for people who like mushrooms, olives, and artichokes. I enjoy those things, but my wife is not the biggest fan. One of the standouts of the entire meal was the crust. When a restaurant has a nice wood-fired pizza oven like at Bella Gusto, you know they are serious about pizza making. The staff were excellent and very friendly. Overall, I thought the restaurant was clean and well-spaced. At no point did you feel too close to the table next to you, and the quality service was much appreciated.

Came in on a Wednesday evening and got seated right away. Our server Taryn was awesome! She gave great recommendations. Tried the Sicilian and the Finnochio, as well as the chopped salad. Everything was great! It was just our luck that the Wednesday special is buy one pizza and get the second for 10 bucks. The prices seem very fair considering how fresh all the ingredients are. The atmosphere is casual but would definitely make a good date night spot. Can't wait to come back sometime.

Tried this last night , and will not be back. Staff were super friendly, and great. We started with the house bread and meatballs. The house bread was good, but the meatballs lacked in flavor. There were 4 of us. Hubby had the spaghetti and meatballs, 2 of us had the Chicken Marsala and the other had the margarita pizza. The noodles were great, but that's where the positives stop. The spaghetti and meatballs were okay at best. The meatballs lacked in flavor as well as the sauce. The Chicken Marsala lacked in favor except for being extremely salty. As for the pizza, I was glad I decided against it because it was super soggy.

Staff is friendly, was amazed that they can cook a pizza in 90 seconds, sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the pizza process, crust is tasty, wife had the chicken Marsala and said it was good.

Oh how nice it is to come home!! I hadn't been here in awhile due to COVID and the death of my dad, so it felt good to come back! They don't do The Meaty pizza anymore but they do it for me, which I love! The Meaty Pizza is the El Jefe on steroids! I have 3 words to describe it: Won-der-ful!!! I just return d from Naples, Italy and I must say, it's the closest thing I've had since my return!!

First visit today thanks to Check Please. Based on reviews we figured if we had a chance at a table without a wait, get there at opening. So, we left our QC home @3:15. Arrived at 4pm and half the tables were already occupied...anyway, on to the experience. So we started with the meatball appetizer, and small cesar salad. Veal meatballs were moist and flavorful, tomato sauce was very good. Cesar salad was disappointing mostly due to a flavorless dressing which was very light. Could have asked for more but didn't. Our pizza choice was the Flavortown. Let me tell you, as a self proclaimed chili head the spicy soppressata has a serious kick! Later we found out you can sub 'normal' pepperoni...just an fyi. Service was decent but our server was frequently behind the bar making drinks etc. Should a Sat. lunch cost $45 without alcohol, maybe, maybe not...you decide.

Chef/owner Matt Nobile and John Araujo serve up Neapolitan pizza, house-made charcuterie, limoncello, and fresh mozzarella. Chef Matt grew up cooking with his grandmother in New York, and has an impressive resume working as sous Chef for Bobby Flay in Las Vegas, opening three concepts for Mario Batali, and executing food on a massive scale (92,000 people a game) as executive chef for the Dallas Cowboys. The restaurant is on its 7th year, and for good reason. This food is made with love. The featured item on Gusto's menu is their house made burrata mozzarella, stuffed with ricotta cheese. Accompanied with an apricot mustardo and crispy kale, a house baked bread that is cooked in their pizza oven, this creamy appetizer "explains what Bella Gusto is," according to Chef Matt. It's not just the 5600 pound pizza Oven that is fired with olive wood , or the pizza Crust that ferments for 36 hours...it is all about the cooking methods for Matt and John. In the Santa Merda pizza, featured here, Fresh mozzarella joins a spicy soppressata (their version of pepperoni) with calabrian chile, bacon jam, caramelized onions, and habanero honey. It's spicy, sweet, savory and creamy. The caramelized onions take 9 hours to make, the honey comes from a server's bee farm. The Gnocchi Gorgonzola Is house made gnocchi with a truffle gorgonzola cream sauce, seasoned with subtle hints of nutmeg, combined with artichokes, baby arugula, and topped with a savory and crispy pancetta. It was my favorite and is the main featured dish. We finished our meal with a housemade Limoncello Flight, ranging from rosemary to cherry basil. I loved Bella Gusto!

Wow, wow, just...wow. My husband and I had long since given up the thought of a really truly great pizzeria in our area. Then this place opened. Prior to finding Bella Gusto, We had to either go to insanely busy pizzeria Bianco or all the way up to Strawberry pine to the Old County inn. Either was stressful and a day trip away from home in Far East Mesa. Everything at Bella Gusto was absolutely delectable. From the starter meatballs, (which completely kick my homemade meatballs asses) To the herb bread that they bring out which is really their amazing pizza crust with fresh herbs and olive oil teased to a perfect char in their huge GORGEOUS brick wood fired oven. The pizzas were amazing. Truly perfect crust, chewy, brought to a fine char, and thin in the True Napoletana style. My husband had the Tuscan, and I have to say I have been dreaming about it ever since the bite I stole from his. THEIR SPICY SAUSAGE HAUNTS ME. Mine was the margarita which was absolutely sublime, they actually make their own cheese at the restaurant! Everything was incredibly fresh, fragrant, and the flavors, while vibrant were not overbearing at all. It was truly perfect. Because we are pigs, we also ordered dessert. When everything else was so perfect how could we not? My husband had this beautiful salted caramel gelato, and I had their sticky toffee cake, which had these amazing cinnamon crumbled nuts on it, and was just so buttery and delicious it melted in our mouths. My husband, who isn't really a big cake fan, rolled his eyes back into his head with pleasure, moaning. It was almost sexual. People that other tables were starting to look. Needless to say, he stopped this disturbing process before we were asked not to come back. From start to finish, everything was ridiculously good and the service was amazing. We had Shana, and she was friendly and attentive and put up with one of my husband's many, "never come to a point" stories about his career as a pizza boy back in the 80s. I almost hate publishing this, because I don't want millions of people to find it and crowd it out like pizzeria Bianco, but I also want this place to know what they're doing right. And that is....EVERYTHING.

Stopped in the other night for dinner. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, the owners were both there cooking and preparing food, the pricing was decent, the place was spotless and the food was terrific. I can't wait to try this place again. Oh, and for dessert, these little round deep fried balls with 3 sides of dipping sauce were absolutely killer!

All of the food here is sooooo delicious. I highly recommend coming here to try their pizza. We came for my fiancé's birthday and I loved that our server was able to inform us about how their style for the pizza. Salads were great. Also if you're sharing with someone, big salad and pizza should work for you guys because then we had room for dessert . I will inform others that they do have a cake fee of I believe $10. Honestly it was nice because they stored it, then served it to us. Even brought candles for the birthday boy. They even gave us the option to bring it out whole, do the song, and then take it back to cut. I can't wait to come try more food here.