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Inizio Pizza Napoletana (Ballantyne) Menu

Uptown103 items
Pizza
Italian
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10620 Providence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277

Salads

10 items

ARUGULA SALAD

A fresh and vibrant salad with peppery arugula, shaved Parmesan cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty lemon Dijon vinaigrette.

Vegetarian
11.00

Arugula Salad

A light and refreshing salad with fresh arugula, shaved Parmesan, cherry tomatoes, and a lemon dijon vinaigrette.

Vegetarian
11.99

CAESAR SALAD

A classic Caesar salad with crisp romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan, crunchy croutons, and a creamy Caesar dressing.

11.00

CAPRESE SALAD

A simple and elegant salad featuring fresh arugula, creamy buffalo mozzarella, ripe sliced tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, sea salt, extra virgin olive oil, and a balsamic glaze.

Vegetarian
12.00

Caesar Salad

Classic Caesar salad with crisp romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan, crunchy croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing.

Vegetarian
10.99

Caprese Salad

A traditional Caprese salad with fresh arugula, buffalo mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil, sea salt, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic glaze.

Vegetarian
13.99

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD

A hearty and flavorful chopped salad with a blend of romaine and arugula, salami, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, Kalamata olives, crunchy croutons, shaved Parmesan, and a house vinaigrette.

13.00

Italian Chopped Salad

A hearty chopped salad with romaine and arugula blend, salami, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, Kalamata olives, croutons, shaved Parmesan, and house vinaigrette.

14.99

PANCETTA KALE CAESAR SALAD

A seasonal twist on the Caesar, featuring massaged kale, crispy pancetta, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a rich Caesar dressing.

13.50

Pancetta Kale Caesar Salad

A seasonal Caesar salad featuring massaged kale, crispy pancetta, croutons, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a rich Caesar dressing.

14.99

Pizza

36 items

BAMBINO CHEESE

A kid-friendly cheese pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, perfectly sized for little hands. Same great Inizio quality.

10.00

BIANCA

A classic white pizza showcasing the richness of buffalo mozzarella, fior di latte, creamy ricotta, fragrant basil, fresh garlic, and Pecorino cheese.

19.00

Bambino Cheese Pizza

A perfectly sized cheese pizza for kids, featuring San Marzano tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.

9.99

Bianca Pizza

A delightful white pizza with buffalo mozzarella, fior di latte, ricotta, fresh basil, garlic, and Pecorino cheese.

17.99

CAPRICCIOSA

A true Neapolitan classic featuring artichokes, prosciutto ham, fresh mushrooms, San Marzano tomato sauce, and buffalo mozzarella. A delightful medley of flavors.

20.00

CARBONARA

Inspired by the beloved pasta dish, this pizza features a creamy mornay sauce, crispy pancetta, a rich egg yolk*, buffalo mozzarella, black pepper, fresh parsley, and Pecorino cheese.

21.00

Capricciosa Pizza

A true Neapolitan classic with artichoke, prosciutto ham, mushrooms, San Marzano tomato sauce, and buffalo mozzarella.

19.99

DIAVOLA

Signature

Spice things up with this fiery pizza, topped with spicy salami, Calabrian peppers, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese. A true Neapolitan heat.

19.50

Diavola Pizza

A spicy pizza featuring fiery Calabrian peppers, spicy salami, San Marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese for a true Neapolitan kick.

17.99

FIAMMA

A fiery and flavorful pizza with Nduja sausage, creamy ricotta, fresh kale, hot honey, buffalo mozzarella, and San Marzano tomato sauce.

21.50

FORMAGGI

A delightful cheese pizza featuring San Marzano tomato sauce, rich buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese. A simple and satisfying option for cheese lovers.

17.00

Fiamma Pizza

A fiery and flavorful pizza topped with nduja sausage, creamy ricotta, kale, hot honey, buffalo mozzarella, and San Marzano tomato sauce.

19.99

Formaggi Pizza

A simple yet flavorful cheese pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese.

15.99

GIARDINO

A garden-fresh pizza topped with earthy mushrooms, tender broccoli rabe, sweet cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and fresh garlic. A vibrant vegetarian option.

Vegetarian
20.00

Giardino Pizza

A fresh and vibrant vegetable pizza with mushrooms, broccoli rabe, cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and garlic.

Vegetarian
17.99

Luigi Pizza

A traditional Italian combination of broccoli rabe, savory sausage, and buffalo mozzarella.

18.99

MARGHERITA

Signature

The classic Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh buffalo mozzarella, fragrant basil, and Pecorino cheese. A simple yet perfect combination, baked in a wood-fired oven.

18.00

MARIA

An elegant pizza featuring a seasonal mushroom blend, luxurious truffle cream, roasted garlic, buffalo mozzarella, sea salt, and Pecorino cheese. A gourmet delight.

23.00

MARINARA

A dairy-free classic, showcasing the simplicity of Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and oregano. No cheese, pure flavor.

16.00

Margherita Pizza

Signature

The quintessential Neapolitan pizza, named after Queen Margherita of Savoy. Features San Marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, and Pecorino cheese.

16.99

Maria Pizza

Signature

An earthy and aromatic pizza topped with a seasonal mushroom blend, truffle cream, roasted garlic, buffalo mozzarella, sea salt, and Pecorino.

Vegetarian
21.99

Marinara Pizza

A simple, dairy-free Neapolitan pizza with San Marzano tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and oregano, showcasing the purity of ingredients.

Dairy-FreeVegan
14.99

PEPPERONI SPEZIATO

A pepperoni pizza with a kick! Loaded with pepperoni, tangy pickled jalapeños, local ghost pepper hot honey, oregano, and buffalo mozzarella.

19.00

PISTACHIO

Signature

A unique "no red sauce" pizza featuring rosemary, sea salt, creamy ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, fresh garlic, and a rich pistachio pesto sauce, topped with pistachios.

22.00

Pepperoni Speziato Pizza

Classic pepperoni pizza with a twist, featuring pepperoni, pickled jalapeno, local ghost pepper hot honey, oregano, and buffalo mozzarella.

17.99

Pistachio Pizza

Signature

A unique and sought-after pizza featuring rosemary, sea salt, ricotta, buffalo mozzarella, garlic, pistachio pesto sauce, and crushed pistachios.

20.99

RAFFAELE

Signature

A sweet and savory pizza dedicated to the inventor of Neapolitan pizza. Features sweet peppers, savory sausage, roasted onions, San Marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino.

20.00

Raffaele Pizza

A sweet and savory pizza honoring the inventor of Neapolitan pizza, topped with sweet peppers, sausage, roasted onion, San Marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino.

18.99

STELLA

Signature

A unique star-shaped pizza with ricotta-stuffed points, featuring a smoked Margherita base. A visual and culinary treat (12” only).

22.00

Stella Pizza

Signature

A unique smoked Margherita pizza with ricotta-stuffed star points, offering a delightful creamy addition to each slice. 12” Only.

20.99

TUSCAN

Inspired by the flavors of Tuscany, this pizza combines sundried tomato sauce, fresh spinach, spicy Italian sausage, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese.

21.00

Tuscan Pizza

Inspired by Tuscan flavors, this pizza features sundried tomato sauce, spinach, spicy Italian sausage, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese.

18.99

VEGAN-RITA

A delicious plant-based take on the Margherita, featuring cashew milk mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil. A dairy-free delight.

Vegan
19.00

VODKA PESTO

An innovative pizza blending creamy vodka sauce with vibrant pistachio pesto, complemented by buffalo mozzarella and Pecorino cheese for a rich and unique flavor.

20.50

Vegan-Rita Pizza

A dairy-free twist on the classic Margherita, made with cashew milk mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil.

VeganDairy-Free
17.99

Vodka Pesto Pizza

A unique pizza combining a rich vodka sauce with vibrant pistachio pesto, buffalo mozzarella, and Pecorino cheese.

18.99

Sides

18 items

ARTICHOKES (SIDE)

A side of tender artichoke hearts, offering a distinct, slightly tangy flavor that pairs well with pizzas and salads.

VeganVegetarian
3.50

BUFFALO MOZZARELLA (SIDE)

A fresh side of creamy buffalo mozzarella, ideal for enhancing any dish or enjoying on its own.

Vegetarian
4.00

CHILI FLAKES (SIDE)

A small dish of crushed red chili flakes, allowing you to customize the spice level of your meal to your preference.

VeganVegetarian
1.00

GARLIC OIL (SIDE)

A flavorful side of olive oil infused with fresh garlic, perfect for dipping bread or enhancing the taste of your pizza.

VeganVegetarian
2.00

ITALIAN SAUSAGE (SIDE)

A side of savory Italian sausage, seasoned perfectly to enhance any dish.

4.50

KALAMATA OLIVES (SIDE)

A side of briny Kalamata olives, adding a rich, fruity, and savory note to your meal.

VeganVegetarian
3.00

MUSHROOMS (SIDE)

A side of fresh, sautéed mushrooms, adding an earthy and savory element to any dish.

VeganVegetarian
3.00

OLIVE OIL (SIDE)

A small side of high-quality extra virgin olive oil, great for drizzling over pizza or salad for an added touch of richness.

VeganVegetarian
1.50

OREGANO (SIDE)

A side of dried oregano, offering an aromatic, earthy flavor to sprinkle over your pizza or any dish.

VeganVegetarian
1.00

PANCETTA (SIDE)

Crispy, cured pancetta slices, offering a rich, salty flavor for adding to pizzas, salads, or pasta.

5.00

PECORINO CHEESE (SIDE)

A side of aged Pecorino cheese, known for its sharp, salty flavor, perfect for sprinkling over your pizza or salad.

Vegetarian
3.00

PEPPERONI (SIDE)

A side of classic pepperoni slices, perfect for adding extra flavor to your pizza or enjoying on its own.

4.00

PROSCIUTTO HAM (SIDE)

A side serving of thinly sliced prosciutto ham, a delicious cured meat perfect for adding to pizzas or salads.

5.00

ROASTED ONIONS (SIDE)

A side of sweet and caramelized roasted onions, perfect for adding depth of flavor to your meal.

VeganVegetarian
2.50

SAN MARZANO TOMATO SAUCE (SIDE)

A small side of our authentic San Marzano tomato sauce, perfect for dipping crusts or adding extra flavor.

2.00

SPICY HONEY (SIDE)

A side of our special spicy honey, offering a sweet and fiery kick, perfect for drizzling over pizzas or appetizers.

Vegetarian
2.50

SPICY SALAMI (SIDE)

A side of savory and spicy salami slices, great for enhancing your pizza or enjoying as an appetizer.

4.50

SWEET PEPPERS (SIDE)

Fresh, sweet bell peppers, lightly roasted to bring out their natural sweetness, perfect as an accompaniment or pizza topping.

VeganVegetarian
3.00