Bova – Italian
Bova invites guests into a vibrant, social atmosphere where the air is perfumed with the irresistible scent of roasted garlic and bubbling marinara. Friends gather over shared platters of golden mozzarella fritte and velvety hummus, or tear into warm, cheese-stuffed pagnotta that pulls apart to reveal a molten, savory center. From the bright crunch of Lake Como bruschetta to the comforting richness of Zia Marie’s meatballs, every dish is a celebration of bold Mediterranean flavors designed for lingering over good conversation.
Five Forks Drive, Five Forks, South Carolina 29681 https://bovapizza.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, keto, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, zone, volumetrics, tlc, raw-food, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, aip, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, sirtfood, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners at Bova are celebrated for the consistently tasty dishes and perfectly sized portions that leave guests feeling thoroughly satisfied. Reviewers highlight the professional and knowledgeable service, noting that staff provide expert menu guidance within a comfortable and memorable setting.
Menu
Antipasta (Appetizers)
- Hummus - $7.95: Trio of homemade hummus: roasted red pepper, black bean and traditional, served with pita points. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Lake Como Brushetta - $7.95: Diced roma tomatoes, feta cheese and fresh basil on toasted Italian bread. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Zia Marie's Meatballs - $8.95: Meatballs in homemade marinara. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Caprisi - $6.95: Sliced fresh Buffalo mozzarella with roma tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and fresh basil, drizzled with balsamic vinegar. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Mozzarella Fritte - $7.95: Cheese sticks served with homemade marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Squisito Dip - $6.95: Spinach-artichoke dip served with blue tortilla chips. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Calamari - $8.95: Lightly breaded and fried served with marinara. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mia's Garlic Cheese Pagnotta with Marinara - $4.95: Garlic bread topped with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mia's Garlic Cheese Pagnotta with Alfredo - $5.95: Garlic bread topped with mozzarella cheese and alfredo sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bova Wings (Bone-in) - $8.95: Marinated chicken wings tossed in choice of Buffalo, BBQ, kickin BBQ or teriyaki sauce. Served with celery and ranch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Bova Wings (Boneless) - $9.95: Marinated boneless chicken wings tossed in choice of sauce. Served with celery and ranch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Fried Shrimp - $9.95: Deep fried breaded shrimps tossed in Buffalo sauce. Served with ranch dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Quesadilla - $8.95: Tomato tortilla filled with grilled chicken, jack and cheddar cheese, and pico de gallo. Served with sour cream and salsa. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Insalate (Salad)
- Cardini's Caesar Salad - $6.95: Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan and red onions with creamy Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Spinach Pear Salad - $7.95: Fresh spinach with roasted pears, red onions, toasted almonds and crumbled gorgonzola. Served with balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Italian Classic Salad - $6.95: Spring mix with roma tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers and mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Mediterranean Salad - $7.95: Spring mix with roma tomatoes, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, pepperoncini, kalamata olives and cucumbers. Served with Greek vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Grand Antipasto Salad - $8.95: Mix of Italian cold cuts and cheeses over spring mix with tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Rosemary Chicken Salad - $8.95: Spring mix topped with rosemary chicken, roma tomatoes, roasted red peppers and feta cheese. Served with garlic herb vinaigrette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Rustico Salad - $7.95: Fresh arugula topped with fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, tomato and red onion. Served with balsamic dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Della Casa Salad - $7.95: Oven roasted marinated portabella mushrooms over spring mix with roma tomatoes and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Chef Salad - $9.95: Spring mix topped with sliced turkey, ham, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, and bacon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, Candida
- Goat Cheese Salad - $8.95: Mixed greens, red onions, oranges, toasted almond, goat cheese and balsamic dressing. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Chicken Salad - $8.95: Romaine lettuce topped with fried chicken, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Soup & Salad Combo - $6.95: A classic salad and cup of your choice of soup. Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Zuppe (Soup)
- Minestrone - $4.95: Fresh vegetables, beans and pasta in a light tomato broth. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Soup of the Day - $4.95: Daily soup special. Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Brick Oven Pizzas
- Build Your Own Masterpiece (8 inch) - $7.95: Base pizza with choice of sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Build Your Own Masterpiece (12 inch) - $9.95: Base pizza with choice of sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Zio Vincent's Salmon Pizza (8 inch) - $9.95: Salmon, red onions, capers, dill and goat cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Zio Vincent's Salmon Pizza (12 inch) - $14.95: Salmon, red onions, capers, dill and goat cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Antonio's Pizza (8 inch) - $8.95: Fresh Roma tomatoes, basil and Buffalo mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Antonio's Pizza (12 inch) - $13.95: Fresh Roma tomatoes, basil and Buffalo mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Papa's Meat Pizza (8 inch) - $9.95: Pepperoni, prosciutto, meatballs, Italian sausage, mozzarella and organic tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Papa's Meat Pizza (12 inch) - $13.95: Pepperoni, prosciutto, meatballs, Italian sausage, mozzarella and organic tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Dinner Entrees
- Lasagna Classico - $12.95: Layers of pasta stuffed with meat sauce, ricotta, parmesan, romano and mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Four Cheese Penne Al Forno - $11.95: Penne pasta tossed with four cheese marinara and melted Italian cheeses. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana - $13.95: Parmesan breaded chicken breast fried and topped with marinara and mozzarella, served with spaghetti marinara. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Seafood Romano - $15.95: Sautéed shrimp, scallops, mushroom, tomato and fettuccine in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Vitello Parmigiana - $16.95: Breaded veal cutlet topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, served with spaghetti. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sandwiches, Hoagies & Paninis
- The House Burger - $9.95: 1/2lb burger topped with cheddar cheese, bacon, romaine, tomato, red onion and mayo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tuscan Steak Hoagie - $9.95: Thinly sliced prime rib steak, green peppers, onions, provolone and mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Italian Panini - $8.95: Prosciutto, pepperoni, salami, capicola, roasted red peppers, roma tomatoes, romaine and Italian cheeses with BOVA dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Broccoli - $3.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Spinach - $3.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mixed Vegetables - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Beverages
- House Red Wine (Glass) - $6: Chianti or Merlot
- House Red Wine (Bottle) - $23: Chianti or Merlot
- House White Wine (Glass) - $6: Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio
- House White Wine (Bottle) - $23: Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio
- Craft Beer on Tap: Selection of 16 craft beers.
Dolci (Desserts)
- Cheesecake - $5.95: New York cheesecake drizzled with a lemon glaze. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Key Lime Pie - $5.95: Florida Key limes on graham cracker crust topped with whipped cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cake - $6.45: Layers of chocolate cake with chocolate icing and Hershey's syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $5.95: Lady fingers layered with mascarpone cream cheese, cocoa powder and chocolate glaze. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian