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    Paladino's Italian Eatery

    4.2 (309 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Asa P.

    Don't skip out on this hidden gem Paladino's is tucked away in the heart of Apache Junction serving up some amazing Chicago style Italian eats. From pasta to pizza, subs, salads and more. The dishes are family style and definitely shareable. Excellent customer service and a great casual vibe. I love the thin style pizza with a crunchy crust and generous toppings and sauce just right. The Caprese pizza was a hit. I loved the salad! It's giving Olive Garden vibes but way better quality and freshness. On to the pasta dishes I was so caught up in the fettuccine and Oh My goodness that vodka pasta dishes was But then I spotted the star of the show, Chicken Marsala. That's one of my all time favorites. If it's made right. And this, this was incredible. The perfect pasta texture, sauce was perfect in flavor and coated the pasta well. I love the generous portobello mushrooms with pieces of white meat chicken breast. This is one hearty, comfort dish I can't wait to come back for.

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    Bill W.

    The place is very casual like most pizza places. Waitress was very nice and attentive. In all my years living in Chicago I never had a breaded steak sandwich. Next week I'm going to Chicago and was going to use one of my lunch spots to try Ricobenes for the very first time. Then my sister suggested I try Paladinos because it was just as good. While I can't compare the two never having been to Rico's I can tell you that the sandwich here was really good. Really good. The steak was tender and the breading crunchy. The sauce and cheese were very good as well. Add both hot and sweet peppers to elevate the sandwich to the next level. If it wasn't a 20 mile drive I'd probably eat here at least once a week. I can't speak to anything else on the menu but if it's as good as the sandwich I'm all in.

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    Rick L.

    Lots of staff, good service, bar seating and full bar. Pizza was good, many too crunchy as our preference is a more chewy dough. Pepperoni, sausage and Italian beef made up the meat lovers pizza. Great sausage flavor, crispy pepperoni. We didn't like how you can't add toppings to their signature pizza. We wanted roasted red peppers but they don't do that. You need to order topping individually...what? Zucchini sticks weren't that good as the inside was nuclear hot and slimy textured. I'm sure these were frozen not fresh made. Either way, very good. The Italian beef and meatball sandwiches are killer on the famous Toscano bread.

    April A.

    Tried this place for the very first time on recommendation from my friend Christian. I ordered lasagna with sausage after having a major craving for it. It did not disappoint and neither did the service! My waitress was very good and super nice! She even hooked me up ahead of time with a take home container, as the portion was big enough for 2-3 meals. It came with a side salad that was delicious and just the perfect amount. Very tasty! The ambiance was nice and calm...just perfect for meal time. I took my time and enjoyed my meal and the visit in general. I will definitely be back to try other things here.

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    Max M.

    Food is great. Love their sausage pizza. Caution: Do not order double Sausage. You won't get double sausage but you will pay for it. Three strikes. This is the third pizza we've ordered double and nope. Here's a picture. Exactly one piece of sausage on every piece.

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    Tim D.

    Yelpers, Called ahead to enjoy a cheese and sausage large pizza. Friday afternoon just before 4pm. Just a couple of open tables. Pizza takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook to enjoy. Parking lot off Apache Trail. Delicious pizza!!

    Easy to order online. Seems to be a local favorite spot. We got the meat lovers pizza. Wasn't expecting the sliced meat but it was delicious. Weird way to cut the pizza though haha

    Chicken parm and fettuccine Alfredo with grilled chicken, both come with side salad and garlic bread.

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    Jennifer was amazing and took great care of us. Food was great and fun night. Definitely coming back often!

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    Great portions...something for everyone. Pasta served just right, not overcooked. Wish it was a bit larger to seat groups.

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    had a meatball sandwich from there. It was excellent really hit the spot. I'd go there again.

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    Only four stars because the blonde server was extremely rude. The Paladino pizza is rated a 5! Atmosphere a 5!

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    Changed name, it is now paladinos. It was named Dinos. Paladinos has great food, pizza is the best.

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    You can't go wrong if you eat there! Folks are friendly and prices are reasonable, and the food is TRUE ITALIAN.

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