My Husband and I stopped there last night to get a sandwich for the first time. It smelled so good we decided to get a Pietro's Pizza and keep our sandwiches for lunch the next day. Now my Husband and I are both picky about pizza. Let's just say this pizza was sooo good! Dangerously good!! We will be back. Update: Today 3/5/26 we had the Hoggie sandwiches for lunch and they were good too!! This place is a keeper!! And the owner ( I am assuming he is the owner) is very nice!! Thank you Pietro's!! I wish I had taken photos but was to busy enjoying the food read more

Nice little family owned place, staff is super nice and helpful. Place is kinda old, old tables and chairs, but good for a quick bite We come here for the sandwiches, good deal, 13 bucks, good size, not huge but not small. Ingredients are good, not great, but the bread, that is why we come here, the sesame roll, great bite, chew, slight sour. You can get anything inside, turkey, pastrami, what ever, the bread makes it. If you in the mood for a hearty sandwich, check it out. Dragon egg approved. read more

Pietro's - Classic Pasadena spot - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

Warm hometown welcome. A variety of choices on their menu. Hot, cold sandwiches small and large. Pizza, pasta, salad and sides. Self serve Fountain drink station by the seating area. Chips and bottled drinks by the front register. Inside seating to accommodate about 20 people. Desserts on display in the fridge. Limited parking right in front. We ordered eggplant parm & spicy salami. Both were very tasty with freshly baked bread having that perfect amount of toast and chew. Fillings of ingredients were seasoned well and plentiful. A small sandwich is very substantial in size. Top it off with some oregano and chili flakes table side. We luv'd this spot would definitely return. read more

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This is a great local mom-and-pop-owned restaurant. It's been in Pasadena for years and is a part of the community. I like coming to places like this because it seems like it's a restaurant that was trapped in history and time. Overall, the food was great, and it feels like it was freshly made. The pizza dough was well seasoned and had that airy taste to it. I could tell the food was made with heart and love. The parmesan chicken was delicious. The meat was tender and juicy. The marinara sauce had the right amount of sweetness. The fresh bread was nicely toasted. read more

Pietro's - Hawaiian pizza - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

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We got sandwiches to take to the Hollywood bowl. I called my order in and it was ready when I got there 10 minutes later. We both ate w chips and bev for the price of a single burger here. The Italian sub was great. Turkey and ham was also a+. I'll be back to try something else ! read more

Food and service sacked. I ordered Online And was shorted one meal when I called to complain they told me I had to drive in to get it or I could get a refund but they would not bring it back the what they charged me for the extra meal they act like I was trying to lie to them and I was the customerThe guy even said he watched the guy bag it up and they were all there but they weren't so he the customer isn't right here and we've been going here for 40 years we live right down the street and they wouldn't bring it to us plus they didn't give us stressing and they acted like we were thieves read more

Hi , Went tonite , ordered same pizza i had ordered about 2 mos. ago. But this time they did the crust really thin !!! I do not like this pizza crust , i had assumed they make it just like they did 2 mos. ago ( regular size pizza crust ) but guess u have to request it. I didn't have to last time tho. But i think it was a different chef then tonite. The pizza was good but not great like 2 mos. ago. Definitely tell them how u want ur crust ( and yes they will probably charge extra ) which i feel they shouldn't , msybe for extra cheese or whatever , but not the crust. Usually i get the Italian hoagie which i love. read more

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I'm still waiting to see something substantiate these mysterious (and recent?) 5-star reviews. 3.5 - Large meatball sub. Not cheap. Not giant. Not flavorful. What am I missing, yelp? read more

The sandwich was delicious with fresh ingredients and the bread was perfect. I had the Hoggie. The service was excellent too. read more

Pietro's - Hoggie Italian - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This is a yummy little spot in Pasadena. I stopped in yesterday for lunch and had the best Pizza Sub ever! My friend had the Chicken Parm sandwich and was super impressed. He's from Italy so he was anticipating disappointment. I also had a piece of cheesecake and extremely pleased. The best part is the service is awesome and friendly. This is going to be my new obsession! read more

We are so lucky to have Pietro's close by.. my family and I have always enjoyed their food, especially their spaghetti and meatballs and the sandwich specials. The other night I had placed a large order and walked a few minutes to pick it up. I realized I had forgotten my wallet. The woman at the counter insisted I take the food with me.. "call back whenever..." she said. I was able to chat with her and pay the bill when I got home. Thank you for being a good friend and neighbor in addition to a lovely restaurant. See you again soon! read more

This was my first time here, and I was very impressed with the meatball sandwich. The meatball itself is soft, meaty, juicy, and full of flavor. The sauce is savory and meaty, and thick; I loved it. The bun was crunchy on the outside and very soft inside and covered with toasted sesame seeds. The service was friendly when I picked up the sandwich; it's a family run business and I believe the daughter rang me up. They appear to be genuinely nice. The place itself is small, cute, and cozy. It's a no frills interior. The fries are seasoned fries (previously frozen), and they're tasty, crunchy, and the seasoning is savory but not overpowering. You still taste the potato which I like. Overall, a great spot for a meatball sandwich. read more

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I love their sandwiches No need for to add mayonnaise or mustard I love seeing Mr Pietro sitting in his chair greeting his customers Such a nice family feel read more

This place is a hidden gem. I know that sounds corny as, but the place is rad. Solid crispy cooked pizza! Good prices! Old-school service and vibe. Definitely check this place out! read more

I was craving a turkey and ham sandwich and this place did not disappoint. Sub hit the spot , it was so good and best of all the man at the counter was so courteous and helpful and sweet . The woman that brought us our subs to the table was also so kind ! Definitely recommend . read more

Pietro's - Turkey and ham sub - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great subs. Toasted nicely, with good ingredients. The sausage tastes a bit gamey, but if you like meat then you'll love the strong taste. But whoever put this as a "$" place probably have gates or bezos as last name. Definitely a "$$" place. read more

Warning: This pizza might ruin all other pizza for you. I drive AN HOUR (and more) to get here. Like... all the way from Malibu and have to fully plan gas money into my budget just so I can inhale this dough masterpiece and pretend I live around the corner. Let's start with the important part of this pizza ... The crust. A perfect texture combo of soft and crunchy, it literally gives you the best of both worlds. The spices? PERFECTION and authentic. And let's just be honest: I have never NOT burned the roof of my mouth here because I refuse to wait for the cheese to cool. Regret = zero. My ride-or-die order is a large pizza with jalapeños and my daughter goes for the pasta or ravioli depending on her mood, never shares with my btw. And by the way this place offers so much more yummy for your tummy options. Sandwiches, salads, pastas etc etc. I'm just hooked on their pizza. It's my holy eucharist! The people here are the nicest ever and somehow remember everyone which makes you feel like family. They somehow remember little details about you and will usually ask how life is going. It's super casual, as all good pizza joints should be, plenty of seating, and plenty of options on the menu to choose from but most importantly ... the prices!!! TOO good. Like "are you sure this isn't 2010?" good. If I lived closer, I would absolutely be here every day. EVERY. SINGLE. DAY! Run, don't walk, this place is sacred. read more

In the 80's my dad had an office on Lake Avenue. He used to take me to enjoy a hoagie at this quaint sandwich shop. When I got into high school I brought my friends to enjoy these sandwiches. Fast forward to 2025 and I still come to this shop regularly although my business is in South Pasadena. I always get a large hoagie and am greeted with a smiling face from the shop owner. There is just something so special about this sandwich. Maybe its the nostalgia from sharing this with my late father, or maybe its the mayo and dressing, the peppers, that they cut into little pieces that mold this sandwich into one of Pasadena's best. Let's keep supporting this business!! GET THE HOAGIE! You won't regret it. read more

roma market was closed early for new year's eve, so I popped into pietro's for a sandwich. the hot hoagie was great. smooshed down by the hot press, it was a nicely balanced sandwich. sometimes you want a mountain of meat with the bread acting ceremoniously as a wrap, but it's really nice to get a sandwich where the bread contributes equally. all that to say, the toasted sesame loaf made me v happy and it was interesting that they make it with three slices of bread. the sesame taste comes through so well that it reminded me of having sesame jianbing. as of this post, $9ish for a small (6 in) and $12 for a large (12 in). no clue why someone would get the small... I personally couldn't afford it. would come back and would recommend to someone if they were in the area and wanted a sandwich. plenty of parking. read more

Pietro's - three slices of bread! - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I have frequented this place for decades! I have had their sandwiches and salads. It was only 2023 that I was introduced to their pizza. Oh my stars!! The pizza immediately zoomed to the TOP of my "favorites" list. I can't figure out if it's the crust, the sauce, the toppings or the combination of everything. All I know is that once I had the pizza here, it's my go-to for friends and family gatherings. My other favorite here is the antipasto salad. On average, I order it once or twice a month. Finally, the Italian Sub. Mouth is watering (literally) just writing about my faves here. Just do yourself a favor and try this place out. Friendly service, reasonable pricing, cute dine-in spot. The only drawback is that parking can be a challenge during the lunch or after work rush! read more

Fresh side salad, nice homemade dressings and good crispy crust on both of the pizzas we ordered. I also had the spaghetti and meatballs which was good but I would've liked more sauce. Nice family owned business & parking lot access for the area of Altadena/Pasadena CA area. Mid range pricing for portions. read more

Pietro's - Small pizza - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I ordered the 3 topping medium pizza for pick up. It was ready when I got there. Nice crust. Lots of garlic and eggplant, as ordered. I will go again. Love the deli next door. read more

Great pizza and fast service. My pizza is usually ready within 20 minutes. Their salads are also good

Fabulous sandwiches and pizza. Excellent customer service and made fresh! They must have new staff cause I came back off the burnt food a year later and yeah nothing but good reviews... read more

Pietro's - If they had happy hour my friend would never leave lol - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pietro's is an Italian Restaurant that serves pizza, salad, pasta, and sandwiches. ::Food:: My favorite is their famous Hoagie cold sandwich! It has salami, mortadella, salami cotto, lettuce, mayonnaise, tomato, pepperoncini, and provolone cheese. I recently tried the hot Pastrami Alla Pietros which is served in a loaf of toasted bread with pastrami, mustard, and pickles. The bread is not always fresh, unfortunately. I got a sandwich that had an odd perfume taste and the bread was dry. We also ordered pizza but they forgot to add all the toppings. ::Customer Service:: Friendly staff ::Highlight:: The Hoagie! ::M's Notes:: -Parking lot and street parking -Indoor dining only read more

Pietro's - Pastrami Alla Pietros Hot Subs - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

$15 for chicken Alfredo with side salad and bun. What more can you ask for ? It's great value, nothing fancy. Easy to go, remind me of an Italian restaurant by Cal when I was a college student Though pasta was a bit on bland side, my Dr would probably thank me for the low sodium and salad intake. read more

Pietro's - Pizza Near Me - Pasadena, California

Love this place. The owners are amazing, and the good shows it. Thank you Pietro's! Do not get to go as often as I used to and they seem to always recognize me. read more

Family restaurant. Great people that work there!!! Always a joy to support local establishments such as this. Thanks for the delicious food! read more

Whatever it lacks in ambience, Pietro's has my favorite eggplant lasagna. That it comes with pasta and a salad too? Well that's just a bonus. I haven't tried anything I don't like but the eggplant parmesan is now a weekly deliciousness for me read more

Decided to grab dinner after I got to Roma three minutes too late. I ordered the lasagna which was delicious. Tasted fresh and did not have the overly acidic taste of most restaurants that use subpar canned tomato. It was cheesy, but not over the top and definitely not oily. Other places give me heartburn, but I had a happy experience with my dinner. Would like to try other things on the menu. The salad was just iceberg with chopped tomatoes--could have used maybe sliced pepperoncinis or some Parmesan. But overall the meal was great. Enough for two servings. Service was friendly and it took little time for my in person order. Will be going back for more. read more

Great salads and over all great food.. Nice folks too... worth your time and hard earned money

The attitude is very bad, service is very slow. The slice pizza price is not worth it for what we get. The price of the slice pizza is not written anywhere and when you get to pay, 2 slice of pizza is as much as the whole pizza! read more

Customer Service is definitely on point. I don't know if the couple were the owners but they were very sweet and considerate. My sandwich was really really really good. I'm more of a sandwich than salad person around lunchtime. And they definitely delivered; if I'm in the area, I will definitely go back. read more

Piestro's is the best place on Lake!! Large cold sandwiches are always fresh. Easy to make an order over the phone employees are always kind , they have a great indoor seating area in fresh AC for a nice lunch. read more

Best Pizza in town , friendly ,kind and delicious pizza. Highly recommend this spot to all who want to enjoy great food along with excellent service. read more

First time here. Good pizza but their online ordering system needs some work. I couldn't order exactly what I wanted so I got a smaller order. read more

it was so good, I forgot to take a photo ! I had the eggplant parmesan pasta. I feel super full for the price and it came with a salad. get the Italian dressing ! read more

This place has been around for 40 years and they're next door to Roma, so I guess they must be doing something right. There was a huge line at Roma so I decided to give Pietro's a shot, and my hoagie was OK, nothing spectacular. They slice the bread twice horizontally so what you end up with is something that looks something like an elongated club sandwich, huh??? The bread was fresh and the ingredients too, but next time I'll wait in line at Roma for my "the sandwich" and save a couple of bucks, to boot. Service is friendly too, but that's about it; maybe their pizza is something special but my sandwich was nothing extraordinary... read more

I ordered a bow tie pasta BIANCA like the picture showed with cream -- THATS NOT WHAT I GOT when it got home. I got silly spaghetti noodles with nothing on them. I could have done that on my own. I called restaurant NO ANSWER. HUGELY DISAPPOINTED. read more

We ordered DoorDash because we wanted to stay home for our anniversary. We tried Pietros and loved it. The pizza was great and the Caesar salad was also excellent. We will be back. read more