Paesano's Pizza

4.3
661 reviews

About

Pizza Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Paesano's Pizza
447 E Front St, Traverse City, MI
49686, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
661 reviews
5 stars
437
4 stars
108
3 stars
47
2 stars
22
1 star
47

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Pizza Quality

Many customers praised the pizza for its delicious taste, generous toppings, and unique crust, with some calling it the best they've had.

Service Issues

Several reviews highlighted poor service experiences, including long wait times, unhelpful staff, and rude behavior from employees.

Pricing Concerns

Customers expressed mixed feelings about pricing, with some finding it reasonable for the quality, while others felt it was too high for the value received.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's nostalgic, old-school vibe was appreciated by many, although some noted cleanliness issues and maintenance concerns.

Lunch Specials

The $5 lunch special was frequently mentioned as a great deal, offering good value for money with large portions.
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    Alex Bergel
    Dec 5, 2025
    5.0
    This place is amazing. Their pizza is the best there is down town. Paesano's isn't trying to upset their food by having swanky new decor, a hipster vibe, or cringy topping combos. They're selling damn good pizza at a price that seems like it's still 2007 with a family friendly environment. I can only conclude that this is the reason why they've been there so long and Paesano's will probably outlast us all. Paesano's is the pizza that takes you back to your childhood.
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    Crystal Spurgeon
    Nov 29, 2025
    5.0
    Delicious pizza 🤤 we make sure to get it every time we come to Traverse City!!
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    Adrianna Lypeckyj
    Nov 26, 2025
    5.0
    It was a cool and rainy early afternoon, and after walking a mile I decided to go into Paesano's to warm up and get a slice of pizza. The two employees working today were great, one was making the pizza, and the other was waiting on customers. There's a popular five dollar lunch special that includes a large slice of pizza with a side of sauce, two bread sticks, and a beverage. I opted for the $3.50 slice of pizza. It was a generous pizza slice loaded with cheese, homemade sauce, pepperoni, and a chewy crust made from scratch. Eating that slice of pizza with a complimentary side of ranch sauce in the cozy dining room that felt like an old school Italian cafe was so pleasant and enjoyable. Delicious, satisfying pizza at a reasonable price, a charming atmosphere, and a friendly and kind staff is what makes Paesano's my favorite pizzeria in Traverse City. Paesano's is wonderful.
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    Susan
    Nov 21, 2025
    1.0
    What a dump. I called an ordered a pepperoni pizza, they said 15 minutes. I show up 18 minutes later and they claim I never called and there was no pizza. They refused to look at the caller ID to see if I called. Everyone working in the store looked high and had no clue what they were doing. Probably why they close at 9pm on a Friday and there were 0 pizzas waiting to be picked up.
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    Renee C
    Nov 17, 2025
    4.0
    This was our first time here. We happened to be in the area and the granddaughter wanted pizza. So, we found this place when we were driving around. Really unique inside, had that old time Italian feeling. I wish they had pasta or spaghetti something that the granddaughter loves but she did love the pizza. She got a personal pizza and she loved it!

Frequently Asked Questions About Paesano's Pizza

What are Paesano's Pizza's regular operating hours?

Paesano's Pizza is open Wednesday through Sunday. Hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday; and 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Can I order delivery or pickup from Paesano's Pizza?

Yes, Paesano's Pizza offers both in-store pickup and delivery services.