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Papa Joe's

4.3 (158 reviews)
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Open • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Quiet
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Mild wings
Audreanna B.

I ordered mild buffalo wings. I got six I ordered a fry. I got a fountain soda, and I got their tiramisu. The workers were very kind and answered all my questions. It's really nice and spacious in there. I enjoyed their lighting in their light fixtures. It's way bigger in there than I thought. Pulled right up in the front to park.

Large cheese pizza with sliced tomatoes. Divine!
Robin P.

My son and I found this pizza place after walking around Bass Pro. Located in a plaza walking distance from several hotels (including long-term stay lodging), parking abounds. Warm and inviting with nostalgic Italian decor, we felt at ease immediately upon entering. All employees provided friendly greetings. We got the special, 2 large pizzas and a 2 liter bottle beverage. We chose 1 cheese pizza, 1 sliced tomatoes on cheese pizza, and a Barq's root beer. Our pizza was delicious, each piece cut into 8 hardy slices. The sauce was spiced flavorfully, cheese melted to perfection, and crust ideally baked. Veteran status garnered a military discount and a thanks for my service. We can't wait to return to this terrific dining establishment. Carryout may be an option for some visits.

Grandma's Trio pie
Chris J.

Saw this place in Yelp and wanted to eat before driving home. It is a rather unassuming storefront, directly across from a micro hotel and near several other eateries. The menu is pretty standard pizza shop fare - pizza, burgers, Stromboli, etc. We were intrigued with the Grandma's Pizza offerings and decided on the Trio - with one-third Cheese Lover, one-third Margarita, and one-third Meat Lover. This is a rectangular pie with three slices of each. The price seemed a little steep, but it's pretty common these days to pay $15 a person for a meal. The counter man informed us it would be 30 minutes. I appreciated the head-up, but we had no where to go...and it meant the pizza was being made fresh! It was actually done in about 20 minutes. Gorgeous to look at, and loaded down with toppings. There was no skimping here. The edges of the pie were crispy without being crunchy, and the dough underneath was soft but still could stand up to the weight of the toppings. Somewhat reminiscent of a Detroit-style pizza, but leaner and, IMO, tastier. We are half the pie, trying each type and packed the rest for home. I expect it will reheat well. Total with drinks was around $30. You could feed a family of four on this pie. Excellent!

Grandma's Butcher's Block - the whole deal
Jessica L.

In town for work. Late arrival and few options open near the hotel. I arrived around 50 minutes before close. The staff was pleased to take my order for a pizza and a salad. I was the sole dine-in customer, but there was a decent to-go stream. The dining area is well-used and seen years of customer service, but it was very clean (tables and floors). The salad was quick - within minutes - and the pizza was maybe 12-15 minutes, just enough time to enjoy my salad and get the soda syrup switched on for a fresh fountain. This pizza blew my mind! Despite the butcher block meaty moniker, this was not a greasy gut buster. To be clear, plenty of meat, cheese, and crushed tomato sauce. This was probably 3-4# of pizza, but perfectly balanced flavors and textures. When I am in town, this will definitely be on my list of spots to re-visit. Great job, guys!!

Meatball Parmigiana Sub
Keshia B.

The food was delicious! I ordered a meatball sub and everything was great! The bread was delicious and the meatballs tasted homemade. I ordered takeout and the food was ready when I arrived. The place was nice some where I'd come back to and eat inside. It feels safe and homey in there. As I was leaving the workers were saying goodbye to costumers by name which is a nice touch.

Large, half pepperoni/mushroom, half cheese.
Ed B.

Ive only ordered takeout pizza and it did not disappoint. Perfect cheese, sauce, crust ratio. Sauce is tasty but not overpowering. The cheese blend is spot on. I look forward to the next time I'm in the area. The employees were on the ball and very polite, offered things like plates and utensil without me asking. Will definitely return.

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Food and service is very good for a Pizza place, definitely one of the best places in Harrisburg.

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