Tucked into a family-owned building on South Fourth Street, Sforno has become one of the most talked-about little pizza shops in Jeannette, Pennsylvania since it opened its doors in July 2023. The name translates loosely to “out of the oven,” and that idea sits at the heart of everything here: blistered, made-to-order pies, oversized salads and hoagies, and a roster of playfully named specialty pizzas that have built a loyal Westmoreland County following. Owner David Avolio came to the restaurant after years in the pizza food-distribution business, and Sforno reflects that hands-on knowledge, his family’s Italian recipes, and a genuine pride in ingredients. This guide walks through what the menu covers, the dishes regulars rave about, and the practical details you need before you visit. Because Sforno is a small, independent kitchen, menu items and prices can change over time, so treat this as a flavorful overview rather than a fixed price list.
Menu Overview
Sforno describes its own offering as a “fun and creative” menu of made-fresh-to-order appetizers, oversized salads and hoagies, flatbreads, and both specialty and traditional pizzas. It is a cozy, laid-back, BYOB operation that handles dine-in, take-out, and lunchtime delivery, which makes it as easy to grab a quick weekday lunch as it is to settle in for a relaxed dinner. The pizza is the clear star, and much of its reputation rests on the sauce, which the kitchen ties to a long-held family recipe. Sforno is also notably accommodating: it is widely listed as gluten-free friendly, offers a gluten-free bun for any hoagie, and carries vegetarian and vegan-leaning options across the menu.
Menu Categories & Highlights
While Sforno keeps its lineup focused rather than sprawling, the menu spans several clear categories. Here is how the offering breaks down based on the restaurant’s own descriptions and customer reviews.
Appetizers
Starters are made fresh to order and lean into shareable comfort. The standout is the house breadsticks, listed with the kitchen’s signature sense of humor as “Doughly Parton” breadsticks, a frequent favorite that reviewers single out again and again. Meatballs also appear among the appetizers.
Salads & Hoagies
Salads here are generously sized, and you can top them with chicken, gyro, or steak to turn a starter into a full meal. A Greek salad is among the options diners praise for being both delicious and plentiful. The hoagies follow the same oversized philosophy, and a gluten-free bun is available for any of them.
Flatbreads
Flatbreads are a category Sforno clearly enjoys playing with. Customers point to a Greek flatbread and a punningly named “Hen Solo” flatbread, the latter called out as a personal favorite in a local feature on the restaurant.
Specialty & Traditional Pizzas
This is the heart of the menu. Alongside straightforward traditional pies, Sforno builds an array of specialty pizzas with memorable, pop-culture-inflected names. The “Betty White” pizza has quickly become a crowd favorite, the “Spice Spice Baby” is a memorable, well-loved choice, and the kitchen rounds things out with creations such as a white pizza and even a strawberry pizza. The crusts draw consistent praise for being light and airy, in the tradition of carefully made Sicilian-style pies.
Desserts
Sforno encourages diners to save room, and reviewers reward that advice. Cheesecake and a coconut cake turn up among the sweets that customers remember most.
Featured / Signature Dishes
A few dishes have come to define the Sforno experience:
- “Betty White” specialty pizza — one of the most frequently named crowd favorites, emblematic of the kitchen’s creative specialty pies.
- “Doughly Parton” breadsticks — the signature appetizer, repeatedly praised and a near-mandatory starter for regulars.
- “Hen Solo” flatbread — a standout in the flatbread category and a noted personal favorite in local coverage.
- “Spice Spice Baby” specialty pizza — a memorable, higher-heat option that fans value.
- Traditional pepperoni pizza — the classic that showcases the family sauce and airy crust at the center of Sforno’s reputation.
- Oversized salads with steak, gyro, or chicken — generous, customizable, and popular as a lighter full meal.
Prices (note: may change)
Sforno does not publish a complete, verified online price list for individual items, and several menu-aggregator sites had not yet posted itemized pricing at the time of writing. Based on review-aggregator estimates, the restaurant generally sits in an approachable $10–$20 per person range, with lighter lunches landing lower and a fuller dinner with appetizers and dessert running higher. Because exact prices for specific pizzas, salads, hoagies, and flatbreads could not be independently verified, we have chosen not to list dollar figures for individual dishes. Prices and menu items may change over time, so we recommend confirming current pricing directly with the restaurant before ordering.
| Category | Representative items | Verified item price |
|---|---|---|
| Appetizers | “Doughly Parton” breadsticks, meatballs | Not publicly listed |
| Salads | Greek salad; salads with chicken, gyro, or steak | Not publicly listed |
| Hoagies | Oversized hoagies (GF bun available) | Not publicly listed |
| Flatbreads | “Hen Solo,” Greek flatbread | Not publicly listed |
| Pizzas | Pepperoni, “Betty White,” “Spice Spice Baby,” white, strawberry | Not publicly listed |
| Desserts | Cheesecake, coconut cake | Not publicly listed |
Typical spend overall: roughly $10–$20 per person (estimate from review aggregators; not an official menu price).
Restaurant Information (location, hours, contact)
Sforno is located in downtown Jeannette, within Westmoreland County, in a building the Avolio family already owned, giving the place deep local roots.
- Address: 217 S 4th St, Jeannette, PA 15644
- Phone: (412) 239-0169
- Email: Sforno15644@hotmail.com
- Style: Casual, cozy, BYOB; dine-in, take-out, and lunchtime delivery
Hours (please confirm, as they may change):
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 11:00 am – 8:30 pm
- Saturday: 11:00 am – 8:30 pm
- Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Because Sforno is small and popular, calling ahead or planning around busier times is a smart move. For more local roundups, you can browse more menus on US Forks.
Popular Customer Favorites
Across reviews and local coverage, a consistent set of favorites emerges:
- The “Doughly Parton” breadsticks, praised as a must-order appetizer.
- The traditional pepperoni pizza, beloved for its sauce and airy crust.
- The “Betty White” specialty pizza, a fast-rising crowd favorite.
- The “Spice Spice Baby” pizza for those who want a little heat.
- The oversized Greek salad, called both delicious and plentiful.
- Desserts such as cheesecake and coconut cake.
Reviewers also frequently single out the friendly, attentive staff, which adds to Sforno’s neighborhood-favorite feel. For more ideas on where to eat and what to order, explore our food guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sforno located?
Sforno is at 217 S 4th St, Jeannette, PA 15644, in downtown Jeannette in Westmoreland County. You can reach the restaurant at (412) 239-0169.
Is Sforno BYOB, and does it offer take-out or delivery?
Yes. Sforno is a BYOB restaurant and offers dine-in, take-out, and lunchtime delivery, making it flexible for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners.
Does Sforno have gluten-free or vegetarian options?
Sforno is widely listed as gluten-free friendly and offers a gluten-free bun for any hoagie. The menu also includes vegetarian and vegan-leaning choices, though diners with strict dietary needs should confirm preparation details directly with the restaurant.
What is Sforno known for?
It is best known for its specialty and traditional pizzas, with a sauce tied to a long-held family recipe, plus creatively named dishes like the “Betty White” pizza and “Doughly Parton” breadsticks. Light, airy crusts and generous salads round out its reputation.
How much does it cost to eat at Sforno?
Review aggregators estimate roughly $10–$20 per person, varying with lunch versus dinner and whether you add appetizers and dessert. Itemized prices are not officially published online, so confirm current pricing with the restaurant. For more pizza spots, see our Pizza Restaurant Menus.
Last updated: June 2026.
