My daughter recommended this place after she saw a post on social media. We visited it today and I…read moream so happy we did. What a wonderful place! We had the carbonara, lasagna, and Trentino pizza. Everything was delicious but the carbonara was definitely my favorite. It took me back to my trip to Rome! This is what real Italian food tastes like Absolutely delicious! The owner is really nice. It's clear he wants to serve only the best food! We drove from CU and it was absolutely worth it! We will be back soon! You should definitely try it!

The good: The food was absolutely magnificent. The chef is likely classically trained. Presentation…read morewas excellent. The sauce was as good as i have ever had. The bad: The wait staff was not very engaged. I wanted this review to be about the food but that just wasn't meant to be. The Ugly: I am very well travelled on 3 continents. I've dined elegantly as well as from street vendors and I have NEVER had service that was this off putting to the point of being overtly rude, and I am an American who has eaten in France and doesn't speak much French. When we wouldn't sit at the bar, even though the main area was only 1/4 occupied They moved our party of 2 into the side room with chairs up on tables. It went downhill from there. Due to this, it wasn't possible to really enjoy what should have been a fine meal. I will say it is a wise policy to ask for payment and tip ahead of this type of service before it is provided.

Love this pizza- it's our family favorite!!!! I grew up eating this pizza, This is a second…read moregeneration of a family from Italy!!!

Here's a great place that we frequent often…read more.. Definitely a family fave and A TOP CHOICE by wifey. In fact, we pretty much have a steady-state order. For some reason, we get menus and even look at them, and then we order the exact same thing every time. BUT!!! I will say this: tonight there was a wait! So we sat at the bar waiting for a table, and got a glass of wine!!! THAT'S DIFFERENT for us! Our order: Wifey - Stuffed shells, garden salad, hot honey pizza Me - Meatball/spaghetti, anti-pasta salad, hot honey pizza (This was actually a new main dish for Honey. He decided he wanted a tried and true Italian standby. So I guess we didn't get the exact same thing! ) Just FYI, we take the pizza home after grabbing a slice as an appetizer! And, per usual, everything was just SO tasty. They have never failed us. Anyway, always just great food, nice people, and a great time! They can get busy, especially during key times! But we all know what that means! What are you waiting for! Go eat at Joes! A short review, but, just an update on a place that is always five-stars.

We were in Effingham and saw they have a Pizza Man. I hadn't had Pizza Man in a long time. It was…read morejust like I remember. Very tasty. And very reasonably priced. We got two large pizzas, 12 wings, and garlic bread for $50. Not bad. The pizza hit the spot.

While passing through Effingham, Illinois, I had the pleasure of dining at a local favorite--Pizza…read moreMan--and I'm glad I did. This cozy, unpretentious spot delivers exactly what you hope for in a small-town Italian-American restaurant: hearty portions, comforting flavors, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. I ordered the meatballs, and they did not disappoint--tender, well-seasoned, and served in a rich marinara sauce that tasted homemade. My dinner companion went with the cheese ravioli, which came piping hot and generously smothered in sauce. Both dishes were satisfying and full of flavor. One of the highlights of the meal was the salad bar-- while a small salad bar, it was fresh, well-stocked, and a perfect way to start the meal. The bread sticks were another pleasant surprise: warm, soft, and just the right touch of comfort on the side. Whether you're a local or just passing through Effingham, Pizza Man is a great stop for a relaxed, hearty meal that leaves you full and content. Definitely worth a visit!

Drove 40 minutes to try this place out and it did not disappoint!! Great food and great service. I…read morehave had authentic pasta from Italy and this is the most authentic I have had in America. They also have a rotating menu. I am very excited to come back and try something else on the menu! Loved it

This was our third trip back. We have been trying the Pizza which is ridiculously fantastic! This…read morerestaurant is an incredible find and a real asset to Effingham. We did not see the steak on the menu but the table next to us got it and it looked phenomenal. Hope we can get back to try it.

Waited an hour while people that arrived after got their food before us including a party of 12…read morethat's got their food before us as well. Waited an hour for them to tell us our pizza hadn't even been put into the oven on top of that they didn't give a full refund for the food absolutely poor customer service

I ordered a cauliflower pizza an a salad,the salad was good but my small cauliflower pizza wasn't…read moretough as nails I'm very disappointed!!

Out of state visitor, wanted to order the spaghetti dinner to go, but they only sell the 1\2 gallon…read moreto go. i got it and i am glad i did, it fed me for 2 nights. sauce made just whe way i like, nice and meaty. Great family vibe and atmosphere here. service was quick, ready when i arrived. love it here, coming back next time in town! thanks

Get the house pizza if you wanna have the worst burbs ever. It's like you are reliving eating…read morethat garlic sausage with every burb...

We were staying nearby and a friend recommended we try Carl's and I'm glad we did. We ordered…read moretakeout. The service was not so good and they were not very friendly or I would have given them a 5. The pizza however was delicious. We got a thin crust, cheese with bacon. The cheese had a great flavor and the crust was extra crispy. I would definitely go back and order takeout if we were close by.

Wow! The pizza was absolutely great! We had 1/2 cheese and 1/2 sausage mushroom and I must say the…read morecheese was better. We came on a Greenup Car Cruise night and sat in the patio. And watched the rides roll by. Great stop and completely unexpected taste!

I read so many reviews of travelers finding this place and loving it. I was excited to try! Sadly…read moreour pizza was burned around the crust and soft on the middle. I did enjoy the parmesan bites! Staff was friendly.

Overall really clean and an amazing stop to come off of the highway from! The sauce is a bit on the…read moresweeter side but overall amazing taste! Really large portions for us but that means we don't have to cook when we get home! Win win! The service feels a tad bit rushed but that's alright! Definitely would stop again if we are out this way again!

I'm from Columbus, Ohio where we know a thing or two about a thing or two. Winning traditions and…read morePizza. So I found myself in Onley, Illinois on a Tuesday night. Hungry. Tired. And did I mention hungry. Based upon some recommendations I came in and wanted to see if the spot was what I wanted and it delivered. Well I did not have the pizza deliver but well you know. In a single room I walked in and found the spot crowded but still had a space for me. I sat down and was greeted promptly. Ordered some toasted ravioli and then followed up with a thin crust Joes Deluxe. Ravioli arrived and a whiff told me things my sight could not discern. Aromatic equated to delightful. At first sight this must have been made in house. A bite. Come on man. Packing a serious punch. Dipped in the accompanying sauce meatier à la plentiful. I devoured the order. Then the pizza arrived. Let me pause here. The toppings underneath the cheese. Is it possible they were sautéed? For me??? The sausage just spicy enough to keep it interesting. The pepperonis bathed in a sweetness of saucy perfection . Is that hints of basil, simmered perfection? Maybe a family tradition and the only way they could figure out to make it. Like it was a real functioning kitchen. The prep line was not just any prep line. Like Leonardo didn't have just an ordinary paint studio. This was not a Ford pizza factory. They are making some serious Maserati's up in this piece. The ambience. Circa Pizza Hut 1972 or so. I loved every second of it. Thank You for being true to the art, true to the best pizza in town, to the heart of what makes a pizzeria a place where the town gathers even on a Tuesday night.

Talk about some of the best pizza and pasta around. This place is amazing. The sauce is a little…read moresweet which makes it different then most. Do a joboli or any of their pizzas. Their bosco sticks with the red sauce and cheese mix is great.

After a long day of driving was ready for a bite to eat and came to Monical's to grab some pizza to…read morego. I've really only seen their name on the highway food/restaurants signs, and those restaurants I feel like tend to be a little meh so my expectations were dampened. BUT all the reviews here were so high I didn't know what to expect. Didn't realize I was going to have one of the best pizzas I've ever eaten before. We ordered the Rams Special which is like a supreme pizza but with bacon which makes it the best supreme pizza I've had. We demolished that pizza. Besides that we ordered at the counter and they were very quick with the order, I feel like we didn't have to wait very long for the pizza, especially considering this is a sit down restaurant as well. They had lots of local decor on the walls which was fun to look at and pass the time.

My husband and I went there for lunch. The whole experience was great. Pizza was out in no time and…read morethe BEST I've had since going home to Effingham. Definitely worth the drive from Ashley. Definitely will return.