Bello Wood Fired Pizza is a charming pizzeria and taproom located on High Street next to Graeter’s Ice Cream. They are most well-known for their authentic Neapolitan-style pizza, all made in a wood-fired oven that sits right in the center of the restaurant.
When we arrived, a few guests were already seated, enjoying their meals and chatting quietly. The vibe was relaxed and low-key, the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable. We were told to grab any open table, and our server came over within a minute — a super friendly and attentive start.
We started with the Bello ball. It’s a puffed dough served with a dip consisting of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, parmesan cheese, oregano and crushed red pepper. The dipping sauce was amazing, with a great balance of sweet and tangy. The dough was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. However, my one complaint was that it was a bit doughy toward the outer edges. Still, a great appetizer, and it came out to $9.
Next, the pizza. We ordered the bianco, which is topped with a white sauce, a three-cheese blend, bacon, black pepper and a fresh basil leaf. Again, a nice crispy crust and a soft inside, and the toppings complemented each other nicely. The pizza came out to $17. My brother, who came with me, agreed that it was one of the better-balanced pizzas we’ve had in town.
The atmosphere itself added a lot to the experience. The lights were dimmed, artwork filled the walls and you can watch the pizzas being made right in the middle of the restaurant,which gives it a personal, homey feel. The staff was friendly, attentive and genuinely seemed happy to be there, which always makes a difference.
So, was this the best pizza I’ve ever had? No. But was it the best pizza I’ve had in Oxford? Absolutely. Bello is a great place to go with friends or to bring family when they are visiting. It’s definitely a place worth checking out.
Overall score: 8/10
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