Restaurants in Highlands
The Pizza Bandit
Rates above the average for restaurants near Highlands — one of 10 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
The Pizza Bandit is a wood-fired pizza concept at Avanti food hall known for exceptional house-made dough, specialty toppings, and housemade ranch, with staff who go above and beyond to customize orders.
Reviewers consistently praise the carefully crafted crust and flavorful toppings—sourced from specialty suppliers like California farmers—paired with genuinely friendly, knowledgeable staff who remember your preferences.
- ✓Wood-fired crust with ideal chew and char that stands out compared to other Denver pizza
- ✓House-made ranch dressing that reviewers specifically call out as worth ordering
- ✓Specialty ingredients like meatballs sourced directly from California farmers with noticeable quality difference
- ✓Staff members are genuinely welcoming and attentive about customizing pizzas to your exact preferences
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What Visitors Say
Christine Matz
3 weeks ago
First time checking out the Pizza Bandit at Avanti. Melina and Josh were so knowledgeable and helpful with their menu and even threw a few stickers our way. I ordered the Sausage & Mushroom pizza and DAMN. 10/10, will be coming back to eat through the entire menu. Don’t forget to snag some of their house made ranch!
User
4 weeks ago
Dined in Avanti on Sunday 3/1 and the first thing I noticed was samples! Yum! After trying a sample, I ordered a pizza for myself and it was absolutely delicious. There was only one employee working at the time but my pizza came out quick and fresh, and the presentation was amazing. I don’t remember the employees name but he was very welcoming and friendly and ensured my pizza was exactly how I wanted it. Will definitely be returning and recommending to friends! 10/10
Brandon Carney
3 weeks ago
Moving to Denver from Connecticut, it was a struggle to find good pizza again, but Pizza Bandit filled the void! Best pizza I’ve had in Colorado by a mile and I looked high and low. Also owned and run by the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Can’t recommend it enough
Douglas Schnitzer
5 months ago
The meatballs were special probably the best I've had in denver. And that sauce is unbelievably bright and flavorful and I found out that she gets her meatballs from a farmer in California and you can really taste the difference and love in the food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Pizza Bandit worth it in Highlands?
Reviewers consistently praise the carefully crafted crust and flavorful toppings—sourced from specialty suppliers like California farmers—paired with genuinely friendly, knowledgeable staff who remember your preferences. Known for: wood-fired pizza with perfect charred crust.
What do visitors love about The Pizza Bandit?
Wood-fired crust with ideal chew and char that stands out compared to other Denver pizza House-made ranch dressing that reviewers specifically call out as worth ordering Specialty ingredients like meatballs sourced directly from California farmers with noticeable quality difference Staff members are genuinely welcoming and attentive about customizing pizzas to your exact preferences
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