Italian and pizza · Downtown, Iowa City

Basta Pizzeria Ristorante

Basta Pizzeria Ristorante: Italian and pizza in Downtown, Iowa City. Order: Wood-fired pizza.

Chef's pickRomantic dinner

What to order

Wood-fired pizza

Why go

Named best overall and best Italian in a local poll.

Address
121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City
Neighborhood
Downtown
Price
$$
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Researched November 7, 2026 from the sources linked above. Places change; confirm hours and reservations before you go.

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