The Specialty Pizza Most Menus Don’t Have
Scroll through Rancho Steve’s specialty pizza lineup and most of the names will feel familiar — BBQ Chicken, Garlic Ranch Chicken, Classic Vegetarian, Californian. Then there’s the Armenian Combo, a name that doesn’t show up on the standard pizza menu at most Rancho Cordova competitors. It’s one of eleven named specialty pizzas on Rancho Steve’s menu, sitting alongside the Steves Combo, Mediterranean Gourmet, All Meat, Chicken Club, and Bianca — and it’s the one most likely to draw a “wait, what’s on that?” from a first-time visitor.
Where the Name Comes From
Armenian-American cuisine has a long history in California, and pizza shops that serve communities with strong Armenian-American populations — including pockets of the greater Sacramento area — sometimes build a specialty pie that nods to that culinary tradition, distinct from the standard Italian-American pizza playbook. Rancho Steve’s Armenian Combo carries that name as its own specialty pizza rather than a generic “combo” pie, positioning it as a genuine point of difference on the menu rather than a rebranded version of something else.
How It Fits Alongside Rancho Steve’s Other Specialty Pies
Rancho Steve’s builds most of its specialty pizzas around a clear flavor direction — the Mediterranean Gourmet leans into Mediterranean herbs and ingredients, the BBQ Chicken is built around tangy barbecue sauce, and the Garlic Ranch Chicken centers on a creamy garlic ranch base. The Armenian Combo occupies its own lane in that lineup: a named specialty pie that isn’t trying to be a version of pepperoni or meat lovers, which is exactly why it’s worth trying if you’ve already worked through the more familiar options on the menu.
Sizing and Ordering the Armenian Combo
Like the rest of Rancho Steve’s specialty pizzas, the Armenian Combo is available across the full size range: a Personal size at $9.99 through the Personal Pizza Deal, and an XL size at $40.99. It also qualifies for the Mega Deal, which applies a 20% discount across medium-through-party-size specialty pizzas — worth checking when ordering a larger Armenian Combo for a group. For anyone curious about the exact current topping list before ordering, calling (916) 851-0749 or checking the online ordering menu directly will confirm the specifics.
Why It’s Worth Trying
Trying the Armenian Combo is a low-risk way to sample something different without committing to an entirely new restaurant. Because it’s priced the same as every other specialty pizza in the Personal Pizza Deal and XL Pizza Deal lineups, ordering it alongside a more familiar pie — a Cheese Pizza for a picky eater, an Armenian Combo for the more adventurous person at the table — is an easy way to introduce the dish to a group without any one person having to commit their whole order to the unfamiliar option.
A Menu Built for Curious Eaters
Rancho Steve’s has served the Rancho Cordova area since 2010, and a specialty lineup that includes something as distinctive as the Armenian Combo alongside more familiar options like BBQ Chicken and Cheese Pizza reflects a kitchen willing to offer more than the standard playbook. For customers who’ve already tried the Mediterranean Gourmet or the Steves Combo and are looking for the next thing to order, the Armenian Combo is the obvious next stop on the specialty menu.
Ordering the Armenian Combo
The Armenian Combo is available in Personal ($9.99), Mega Deal (20% off medium through party sizes), and XL ($40.99) formats, and can be ordered for dine-in, takeout, delivery, or catering alongside any of Rancho Steve’s other specialty pizzas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Armenian Combo pizza at Rancho Steve’s? A: It’s one of Rancho Steve’s eleven named specialty pizzas, distinct from the more familiar options like BBQ Chicken or Cheese Pizza. For the current full topping list, call (916) 851-0749 or check the online ordering menu.
Q: How much does the Armenian Combo cost? A: A Personal size is $9.99, and an XL size is $40.99. It also qualifies for the Mega Deal (20% off medium-through-party sizes).
Q: Can I order the Armenian Combo alongside other specialty pizzas? A: Yes — since all specialty pizzas share the same pricing structure across Personal, Mega Deal, and XL sizes, it’s easy to order an Armenian Combo alongside a more familiar pizza for a group with mixed preferences.
Q: Is the Armenian Combo available in a larger catering size? A: It’s available up through the XL size at $40.99; call (916) 851-0749 to ask about sizing for a larger group or catering order.
Q: What other specialty pizzas does Rancho Steve’s offer? A: Steves Combo, Mediterranean Gourmet, BBQ Chicken, Garlic Ranch Chicken, Classic Vegetarian, All Meat, Californian, Chicken Club, Bianca, and Cheese Pizza, in addition to the Armenian Combo.
