This place has great Italian and I go there all the time. The monster sandwich is my favorite. They also have tasty pizza and antipasto. There is so much more there which you will see for yourself. I can't wait to go there again. Paul. read more

I came an hr before closed and it was packed. It was loud and chaotic, but definitely gives off a "regulars/family vibe,"which I love. We were seated by a waitress who promptly left (After I finally caught her attention) I noticed there seemed to be a to go window so opted to do takeaway. That portion of the kitchen was fast, helpful and very enthusiastic and happy. The buffalo chicken was worth the wait. The mozzarella sticks were basic and the marinara was great! The food read more

This is their Special and it's Consistently Delicious! Sauce is what makes it so special. Staff is great! read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Best Pizza. This was their Special with jalapeño's. Their sauce makes the pizza so special. - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Delicious and the portions are generous. The staff is friendly and prompt. We are coming back for the pizza. read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Meatball and cheese sandwich - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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Food had always been delicious. Have been here numerous times. The staff are always friendly with a family atmosphere feel. read more

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We came here for dinner and it was packed! Fortunately, by the time we ordered and paid for our food, a table opened up so we were able to sit down right away. It was insanely hot today and it was nice and cold inside. Typically with pizza ovens, you expect it to be a little warm inside but they did an awesome job keeping the temp cool. Service was excellent per usual! The girl that took our order was really patient and answered all my questions. I didn't feel rushed at all. Food was all incredible. I realize the last time I wrote a review for this place was over 10 years ago and the quality has not gone down at all like it has in most other places. We ordered a medium pepperoni pizza, the "Monster" sub sandwich which came with a bag of Lay's potato chips, a kids spaghetti with meat sauce which also came with 2 pieces of garlic bread and an extra order of garlic bread. The food was amazing and totally hit the spot!! Pizza - 9/10 Spaghetti - 8/10 Garlic bread - 8/10 Monster Sub Sandwich - 9/10 When we left my son said he was stuffed lol!! Clearly he enjoyed his food. Portion sizes get a 10/10! You get your money's worth that's for sure! Between the great customer service and the delicious food, they still deserve their 5 star rating. We will 100% be coming back and hopefully soon. read more

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The pizza here is always amazing. Also love their sandwiches and antipasto salad. Not that close to my house but when I'm in the area I try to eat here read more

D'caesaro's is just consistently delicious. I love their spaghetti and I also love their pizza. Their pizza is very topping heavy, which I really like. We also get a large salad, which is hand cut, and not packaged, you can tell. The pasta dishes are terrific. My only complains are they close too early and they no longer have dessert. read more

A community staple with hometown vibes to get some tasty lunch. Pasta, pizza, sandwiches, salads and more. Wonderful welcoming service. Tables or booth seating. Self serve drink station. Order at the counter and have a seat. They'll bring your food out to you. We tried the manicotti & sandwich lunch specials. Decent meals. Freshly baked bread, sauces and dressings made from scratch in house. Plenty of parking right in front. read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Been coming here for years! Always great food and excellent service whether dining in or taking out. Make this your go-to pizza place, but they also have fantastic grinders, salads, and pasta dishes too. Probably the best Italian food in Riverside. read more

Must go to for some bomb Italian food. Whenever I come home from Oregon this is a must stop. Great service and friendly staff. The manicotti is amazing, sandwiches... amazing, pizza... amazing. Can't go wrong. Eat inside to get the full experience. read more

Ordered a pizza here and it was great! Not super greasy and crust was nice and fluffy. Service was good as well, I had no problems ordering and dining in. Will be back to try other dishes :) read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Extra large pizza - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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Hands down best pizza in town. More like best pizza in the whole country! Of course the prices had to increase because of our horrible economy but still worth the price for the delicious food! The manicotti is absolutely delicious and just a simple cheese pizza is the way to go. The service is great, the employees are so friendly! The ambiance is definitely cute and updated but the way they had it before was a bit more quaint! Definitely recommend this place anytime you are in Riverside, except Mondays because they are closed on those days. read more

We have been eating at D'caesaros for about 30 years now. It was the same then that it is now, fantastic! The service is always great, family friendly, friendly faces, and fast! It's about as casual as it gets and is great for either lunch or dinner or hell BOTH! I no longer live in Riverside but you better believe in here every time I'm in town! read more

Visiting Riverside and looked up pizza places near us. This is one that came up and the photos of their food looked good as was their Yelp reviews. REALLY great pizza & the girl taking our phone order and who was at the counter when we picked it up, was so nice and pizza was done on time. Best BQ chicken pizza, we also liked the veggie & the meat one too. But I have to say, the BQ pizza was the best! When back in Riverside, we'll for sure go back! read more

Very glad to have found a cute local spot like this. Love the deals and they are super fast when I need a quick lunch.

The owner and his crew are awesome! We regularly order a grinder and the bread is the best. Love their pizzas and meat sauce. We've been coming here for years. read more

Best pizza- nice and hot and cheesy. They make it fast and affordable. We have been going to D'caesaro for years. They make Italian food as well. Lasagna and sandwiches are good! read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Pepperoni , jalapeños and extra cheese ! - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Just wanted to share how much I absolutely adore [Dsarios I'm practically a regular, ordering from them every week and a half or so, and seriously, they're masters of efficiency. I've *never* had to wait longer than they originally quoted me, which is pretty rare these days! There's this one time that really sticks out, though. I'd asked for an extra-thin pizza, and when I picked it up, one of the guys there - I lovingly call him Pops - actually took one look at it and decided it wasn't quite "thin" enough by his standards. Before I could even say anything, he had them whip up a brand new one that was perfectly, exquisitely thin. Talk about dedication to perfection! Honestly, the whole team there is just fantastic; super friendly and always going the extra mile. And let's not even get started on the food - it's consistently delicious, and the prices are so fair you almost feel like you're getting away with something. If you're looking for a new go-to, I cannot recommend them highly enough. You won't be disappointed! read more

Good vibes and okay food, though I expected more considering the price of the dishes.

Keto: their Antipasto salad is the best! Also LOVE their capicola ham sandwich when I'm not doing keto. Their pizza is delicious too. Friendly customer service too. read more

Everything at this italian restaurant , the food , the cooks , and cashiers are the best . They also have the lunch specials of all riverside ,,possible IE , they never dissapoint ,, read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Best pastrami ever !!! - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Food and service are excellent. Really nice people and good prices! Interior is dated, but it adds to the character. read more

Service was great but the pizza wasn't anything special. Sauce did not have great flavor/ crust did not taste fresh.

Had the all meat pizza and it was tasty and the service was super friendly! Reasonably priced too

I asked the kiddo what kind of food she wanted and she replied with "Italian". I didn't want franchise food so I took to the power of Yelp to find something different and preferably family owned. A short search and it was apparent that D'caesaro was the move! Yelp did me right! Located in a strip mall across from the Harvest church, D'caesaro is yet another place you'd probably miss if you weren't looking for it! Once inside everything feels old school. I doubt this place looks much different than when it opened. You walk up to the big hole in the wall to place your order and hope there's a seat available. This place gets crowded! The food! The chicken parm dinner gets you a thick chicken fillet, spaghetti with meat sauce, a salad and garlic bread. A mountain of food and it's all delicious. The pizza is so, so good as well. Delicious crust, not too saucy with loads of cheese and tons of toppings. I forgot the difference between eating real pizza and the ones you get at the places you see all over television. Just no comparison! The mozzarella sticks....eh, pass on these. Just not the same quality as everything else. Service is friendly from the register to the folks coming around to get your empty plates. D'caesaro is our go-to for Italian around here. There's a charm you just can't replicate and of course the food is incredible. The great reviews are totally accurate! Highly recommended! read more

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They have the lunch specials lining the wall on your walk up to the register . The specials clock in at under $10 and come with a refillable self serve fountain drink. I chose the turkey avocado 1/2 sandwich special . The deli turkey was thick sliced and the bread had that great balance of soft to crunchy. The avocado? Well, I had to look for it . It arrived on the sandwich as a light spread and not slices. Service at the counter was quick and efficient . Condiments I chose were mustard and oil . Cheese does not come with this sandwich , lettuce and tomatoes do. I asked to substitute the lettuce with spinach (they don't do that ).There was a Parmesan cheese container on the table so I sprinkled that on top . It also came with a bag of plain Lays potato chips. There are booths and tables located inside the restaurant so eating in is easy . Came right before the lunch rush and heard the staff referring to customers by name. Located in a strip shopping center with a grocery store . Parking is free and easy in the lot. read more

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I have been going to this place since 2004.Quality and service is always up to par!!Respect to the father and son and their staff!!

Amazing food ! It's a ways away from my home ,but worth the drive..I know what we are having for dinner tonite.They know how pizza is made only order D'caesarios read more

They have the best pizza in all of southern CA, believe me you will not be disappointed!! The staff are so friendly and helpful. They even have lunch specials daily. Phone in your order and try it today. It is the best !! read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

Came here with the family last week. We ordered a calzone, vegetarian sandwich and 2 pizzas. We all enjoyed our lunch! The marinara/pizza sauce seemed fresh and very authentic. I liked that they have bottles of Italian dressing for customer use. My only complaint was the avocado on my sandwich was more of a squeezable guacamole than "avocado", but it was still good. (4.5 stars) read more

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A Slice of Heaven at D'Caesaro: The Special Pizza That Stole My Heart (and Stomach) If you're craving a pizza that doesn't just satisfy but transcends the ordinary, look no further than D'Caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant's Special Pizza. I stumbled upon this gem of a spot during a rainy evening in the city, and let me tell you, it turned what could have been a soggy night into a flavor fiesta that'll linger in my dreams for weeks. First off, the crust--oh, the crust! It's that rare perfect hybrid: thin and crispy at the edges with just enough chew in the center to make you savor every bite. Not floppy, not fossil-hard, but a golden-brown masterpiece baked to artisan perfection. They use imported Italian flour, I swear, because it has that subtle nutty depth that screams authenticity without trying too hard. Now, the toppings on the Special? It's like they raided Nonna's garden and the finest charcuterie board in Tuscany. Generous layers of fresh mozzarella that melts into silky pools, pepperoni with a spicy kick that dances on your tongue, bell peppers and onions sliced so thin they caramelize into sweet bursts of color, mushrooms that add an earthy umami punch, and--wait for it--black olives that tie it all together with a briny pop. The house-made marinara sauce? A revelation. Tangy San Marzano tomatoes simmered with garlic, basil, and a whisper of oregano, striking that elusive balance between bright acidity and rich sweetness. No skimping here; it's slathered on like they care about your soul. What elevates this from "great pizza" to "life-changing ritual" is the execution. The cheese-to-sauce ratio is impeccable--no soggy centers or barren edges. It's baked in a wood-fired oven that imparts just a hint of smokiness, making each slice feel like a warm hug from Italy itself. And the portion? A 14-inch pie that's ideal for sharing (or not--guilty as charged), arriving piping hot with that irresistible cheese pull that demands an Instagram pause. Service-wise, D'Caesaro nails the cozy Italian vibe: friendly staff who treat you like family, quick delivery if you're ordering in, and a wine list that pairs flawlessly with a Chianti. Prices? Fair for the quality--worth every penny for a meal that transports you straight to Rome's cobblestone streets. In a world of chain mediocrity, D'Caesaro's Special Pizza is a bold, flavorful rebellion. 5 stars aren't enough; I'd give it 6 if I could. Go now. Your taste buds will thank you. read more

It was super great if you like Italian pizza motzereal sticks were good. The severe was great. They had a tv.

Good old school pizza from a family enterprise. Quality ingredients, good dough/crust. Recommend.

Met a friend for lunch there today. It was my first time there and man was I happy. Ordered a xl pepperoni pizza with extra pepperoni and jalapeños. It was amazing! Packed with pepperoni and cheese. No need to order extra cheese because they make sure that it has plenty of. Perfectly cooked to perfection with a crispy crust from top to bottom. Delicious sauce and really tasty pepperoni. Also they were extremely friendly and we washed it down with some ice cold beer. I will definitely be recommending and returning very soon. Thank you for great no rush service and absolutely delicious pizza. See ya soon. read more

Food is delicious. Service is always friendly excellent prices. Lunch specials are well worth it. read more

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Good is so good. What makes the difference is the sauce. You don't taste the acid from the tomatoes. The lunch specials are very filling. You get a salad your entree and a drink oh don't forget the garlic bread too. We drove 35 minutes to get what is well worth the drive. Don't miss out. And the staff are great. read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Veggie pizza - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California

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I had high expectations of this place. We followed the reviews and was craving a good pizza but was let down. The dough had no flavor. It tasted similar to little Cesar's. The sauce was ok. All of my family had a stomach ache and indigestion. We will not revisit the restaurant again. We relocated from Los Angeles and have been in search of a good pizza place but no luck so far. read more

Gooood food. Pizza is great quality. I have had a few of the subs as well. They have all been great tasting and they do not skimp on the portions. The customer service is amazing. They are usually packed when I go. Around lunch time. And you can tell it's the local spot for the neighbors. Def will stop by when I'm working in the area. The place is a little small. But it's a nice little setting. Very affordable as well. In these times of price increase. read more

My friend turned me onto this place about a year ago even though I've been coming to visit him for 30 years and this is the first time of course I've been back many many. today I had the pastrami and cheese hot with everything mayonnaise lettuce tomato mustard pickles onions it was absolutely The best sandwich ever and it is humongous, for 10 bucks. BTW the service is a 6 Rock on D's G read more

D'caesaro Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Hot Pastrami, fully Loaded G Style! - Italian Near Me - Riverside, California