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Sparky's Pizza

3.5 (118 reviews)
InexpensivePizza
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for groups

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Jeremy J.

We came in here for lunch and we got two large slices of pizza and two fountain drinks and it was about $14 so not bad for the size of the pizza slice that we got. Thought it was overall tasty and I like the atmosphere.

Last cheese slice of the day.  Unforgettable because of the kindness of two Portlanders
C P.

This review is for you, Portlanders. I came late and there were only few slices left. A gentleman in a yellow baseball cap in front of me, gave up his space so I could have a chance of getting a slice. But to no avail, I did not get the last slice. A father and his young daughter realized what happened, offered one of his slices. I was so touched by the gesture and amazed by the kindness of Portlanders. Because of you two gentlemen, you made this cheese slice unforgettable for an out-of-town visitor. Thank you again.

Shannon L.

'Aight- I've never dined in or picked up - but when I want a HOT, FRESH PIZZA delivered, I know I can always count on Sparky's to get it right. Nothing's worse than a pizza that shows up like an ex-lover, limp and flavorless. Sparky's pizzas are like John Cena @ the Oscars - pure, unadulterated yumminess. Get you some!

Soggy pizza
Larry L.

I have been eating at this sparky's for many years. Today might be the last. Let's start with our pizza, my wife went in to order a pizza. We wanted a chicken, bacon on garlic sauce. The young man behind the counter told her they didn't have that kind of pizza. Remember i have been eating here for years always getting said pizza. So she ordered a different pizza. It's next to uneatable. When she told me what happened i called and asked if i could order a chicken bacon on garlic sauce and they said sure. This is what you get for $40. Good luck parking.

This is how I received my pizza form grub hub driver disappointed to the 10th power smh ‍ is waste of money and time
Jorge G.

Not impressed sparkys prep somethings off no topping on pizza side of cheese and all ingredients

PBR and pepperoni
Andrew H.

So this was decent pizza. Not off the wall, best pizza and not necessarily New York pizza but it was good and I liked the pepperoni. Sparky's has many pizza choices, from veggie to loaded up with meat. They have a Sicilian but not what one would expect coming from the East Coast. I think big square slices on a thick crust. They do their regular crust and the toppings they add make it "Sicilian". The same can be said about their "Chicago" pizza as well. It's just a name, not the style of pizza. My opinion is to call it something else. Anyway, big slices, lots of pepperoni, the crust was a little doughy (I need to start telling shops, well done on pizzas like I did in Texas) The sauce needed something. Maybe salt. It's not a place I'd go out of the way for, but if I'm up in Boise, it's a good option for quick and inexpensive. Slices were in the $2.50-3.50 range and happy hour from 2-4 pm boasts two slices for $4. That could work for the locals. Enjoy.

Flo R.

Pizza was delicious. Doode behind the counter was super friendly and professional. Good value here. Around the corner from a concert venue so we grabbed food and line sat. They had a special. $5 for a slice and drink. I got two slices a drink and a breadsteak for me and the girlyfriend to share and it was perfect. The breadstick thing came with two sauces on the side.

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This use to be my favorite PIZZA place but the last 2 times quality of the taste of the pizza really went down hill ...

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Good service and pizza slices. Happy hour deals are great. Nice local pizza spot with indoor and outdoor seating (limited)

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Pretty standard pizza. Not had, but just run of the mill. Standard crust, midrange sauces.

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Best pizza I have had in a long time. The crust is just how I like it, and the ingredients are very fresh and evenly proportioned.

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Pizza deals after 8pm! Staff is nice. Quick & easy. Bread sticks 10/10. I also like how they offer a variety of canned drinks.

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Like Costco but less greasy. Flavorless crust. Nothing much more to say, it's just mid

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“From the simple pepperoni to the Village Vegi to my favorite the Midtown Classic they are consistently great pizzas.”

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