Do you ever just crave a really good slice of pizza? One of those slices that makes you just stop and savor every delicious bite? We’re lucky to live in a state that serves some incredible pizza. But, for a truly unique experience, visit this Colorado restaurant that makes authentic Neapolitan pizza. Not in the mood for pizza? As soon as you breathe in the aroma of the freshly baked pizza, you might just change your mind.

Treat yourself to a taste of Italy at Basil & Barley Pizzeria Napoletana, a charming restaurant in Colorado Springs that serves pizza certified by Italy.

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One of only two pizzerias in Colorado to hold certification from the AVPN, Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (The True Neapolitan Pizza Association), Basil & Barley earned its certification in 2018.

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Members of the AVPN, like Basil & Barley, make authentic Neapolitan pizzas just like they have made in Naples, Italy, for generations.

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And, if you’ve never tried an authentic Neapolitan pizza, you’re in for a real treat. Each pizza at Basil & Barley is made following strict criteria, ensuring you an unforgettable culinary experience.

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So, what’ll you have? How about a traditional Margherita, Marinara, or Calzone Napoletano?

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The pizzeria even offers different types of dough — Neapolitan, wholegrain barley, gluten-free, germinated buckwheat, and THC-free hemp.

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Or, how about one of Basil & Barley’s specialty pizzas? The Basil & Barley, for example, is made with whole grain barley dough and topped with homemade pesto, blood orange ale, mozzarella, dried oranges, and more.

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Don’t forget to save room for a delectable Italian dessert — tiramisu, panna cotta, or cannoli Siciliani, perhaps?

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Treat yourself to a taste of Italy-certified pizza at Basil & Barley, open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Basil & Barley Pizzeria Napoletana is located at 9278 Forest Bluffs View, Colorado Springs, CO 80920.

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Have you had the Italy-certified pizza at this Colorado restaurant? How was it? Let us know in the comments! And, if you haven’t tried Original New York Pizza in Broomfield, add it to the top of your to-do list. Click here to read more.

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Marco’s Coal Fired in Denver is the only other Colorado restaurant certified by the AVPN.

Click here for the official website of Basil & Barley Pizzaeria Napoletana. Or, go here for Facebook.

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