Restaurants in Baker
Rico's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen
Rates above the average for restaurants near Baker — one of 9 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Rico's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen is a beloved neighborhood Italian spot in Englewood known for its consistently excellent calzones, pineapple pizza, and generous portions at reasonable prices, where staff genuinely care about every customer's experience.
People drive out of their way repeatedly because Rico's delivers exceptional food with authentic recipes, warm hospitality, and reasonable prices that haven't changed—it's the kind of place where quality and customer care clearly matter.
- ✓Calzones are considered the best in the Denver metro area by regulars and newcomers alike
- ✓Pineapple pizza strikes a perfect balance of sweet and savory
- ✓Staff are genuinely kind, accommodating, and remember regular customers
- ✓Garlic knots and Italian salad are standouts; creamy Italian dressing is so popular they sell it separately
- ✓Generous lunch specials like chicken parm sandwiches with fries at great prices
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 10:45 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:45 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:45 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:45 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:45 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 10:45 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
What Visitors Say
Stephanie S
a month ago
Delicious! Affordable! I don’t think they could make anything that didn’t taste great! Love their food, same recipes forever. Great prices! I got the chicken parm sandwich with fries lunch special it was amazing! My husband got the sausage sandwich and he loved it. We both really enjoyed the garlic knots. Not too garlicky and so doughy. So delicious!!!
Mercedes Haney
3 months ago
We drive well out of our way to come here because no one beats this place. The pineapple pizza is the perfect mix of sweet and savory, the Italian salad is always fresh and crisp, and the lasagna is rich, hearty, and clearly made with care. The people are incredibly nice and genuinely care about your experience, which makes every visit even better. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and portions. Consistently great food, great service, and absolutely worth the drive every time.
Mak Tavares
a month ago
easily the most amazing place i’ve ever been to! the service was top tier and everyone was so kind. i could feel the beautiful energy radiating off of every employee- 10/10 would recommend and WILL be coming back in! we
Shannon
7 months ago
Stopped in to get some of my favorites from Rico’s. As always the staff were amazing and friendly. I ordered a calzone, salad, fried mushrooms, bread sticks/knots and lots of extra of their creamy Italian dressing. They are always willing to accommodate a purchase of their dressing in different sizes. This is why they have been around so long! Amazing all around in everything they do!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rico's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen worth it in Baker?
People drive out of their way repeatedly because Rico's delivers exceptional food with authentic recipes, warm hospitality, and reasonable prices that haven't changed—it's the kind of place where quality and customer care clearly matter. Known for: denver's best calzones, worth the drive.
What do visitors love about Rico's Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen?
Calzones are considered the best in the Denver metro area by regulars and newcomers alike Pineapple pizza strikes a perfect balance of sweet and savory Staff are genuinely kind, accommodating, and remember regular customers Garlic knots and Italian salad are standouts; creamy Italian dressing is so popular they sell it separately Generous lunch specials like chicken parm sandwiches with fries at great prices
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