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The Brick Oven brings modest Italian dining to Middleburg Heights, with a menu rooted in family recipes featuring wood-fired pizzas, hearty pastas, and comfort entrees.
Guests enjoy fast, friendly service in a casual and cozy atmosphere with offerings like a great wine list, cocktails, and takeout options. Reservations are accepted to ensure timely seating.
What to Expect:
๐ Wood-fired pizzas and classic Italian entrees
๐ฅ Extensive wine list and cocktails
๐ Efficient and friendly service
๐ฝ๏ธ Dine-in, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup
Important Information:
Identifies as women-owned business
Outdoor seating available
Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, restrooms
Plan ahead especially for dinner, and donโt miss the popular chicken parmesan and pizza specialties.
Haley's Pick ๐ฝ๏ธ
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place sheโs obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, itโs worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barellaโs bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
Itโs barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isnโt just a meal, itโs a moment worth lining up for.
โ Haley @milehighandhungry
๐ Local Insights
๐ Signature Pizzas Shine: The Margarita and Rosso pizzas are favorites โ ask front-of-house for top tips on menu highlights.
๐ฟ Vegetarian-Friendly Options: Clearly labeled dishes make it easy for vegetarians; the salad and meatless entrees stand out.
๐ Off-Peak Visits Rewarded: Weekday early dinners before 6 PM see quicker service and quieter atmosphere.
๐พ Wine and Cocktails: The bar offers a well-curated wine list and cocktails that complement the hearty Italian fare perfectly.
โฐ Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 3:00 PMโ8:00 PM
Wednesday: 3:00 PMโ8:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 PMโ8:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 PMโ8:30 PM
Saturday: 3:00 PMโ8:00 PM
Sunday: 3:00 PMโ7:00 PM
๐ Best For
Family dinners, casual dining, pizza lovers, takeout
The Brick Oven
13373 Smith Rd
,
Middleburg Heights
,
OH
44130
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
The Brick Oven is praised for authentic Italian flavors, generous portions, and attentive service in a cozy setting. Guests consistently love the pizza, chicken parmesan, and wine selection. A few report occasional service slip-ups with takeout orders and management attitudes, but the food quality and atmosphere receive high marks overall.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
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What You'll Find
Wood-Fired Pizza, Lasagna, Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Piccata, Calamari, Margarita Pizza, Baked Cod Milanese, Stuffed Hot Peppers, Garlic Bread, Wedding Soup, Wings, Veal, Stuffed Peppers, Cavatelli, Cheesecake dessert
๐ Best Times to Visit
Visit Tuesday through Thursday early evenings for quieter service. Fridays and weekends get busy, so reservations are recommended. Try seasonal pizza specials during fall and winter.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restrooms provide ease of access. The large restroom includes an accessible stall. Free parking is available with wheelchair-accessible parking spaces.
โReservation Policy
Reservations accepted
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