A True Central Maine Comeback Story - Fonzo's is Back Home in Madison and Better Than Ever I've been chasing good pizza across Maine for over 30 years, from the old-school spots in Portland to hidden delis up north, and Fonzo's has always held a special place in my heart. This place started slinging pies in Madison way back before the turn of the century, built a loyal following, ventured over to Norridgewock for a while, and now--thankfully--it's circled back home to 99 Main St. where it belongs. And let me tell you, this latest chapter feels like the best one yet. Walking in, it's that classic no-frills Maine eatery vibe: warm, welcoming, with the smell of fresh dough and frying chicken hitting you right away. The staff? Genuinely friendly folks who remember your name if you're a regular and make you feel like one even if it's your first time. Service is quick and attentive without hovering--exactly what you want on a busy weeknight or after a long day on the Kennebec. The food is where Fonzo's shines. Their pizza dough has that perfect chew--crispy edges, soft center, with sauce that's tangy and not too sweet. I went for a large pepperoni and a side of their hand-breaded chicken tenders this time, and both were spot-on: generous toppings that don't slide off, cheese melted just right, and those tenders? Crispy outside, juicy inside, with fries cut fresh. Portions are hearty (Maine-sized, as we say), and everything tastes like it's made with care, not rushed out of a freezer bag. Ambience is cozy and unpretentious--think local chatter, families grabbing takeout, and that community hub feel that's getting rarer these days. It's the kind of spot where you bump into neighbors and end up staying longer than planned. Fonzo's isn't chasing trends; it's sticking to what works and doing it exceptionally well. In a world of chain pizza, this family-owned local favorite reminds us why we love supporting homegrown places. If you're in Madison, Skowhegan, or just passing through on Route 201, do yourself a favor and stop in. Worth the drive every time. Highly recommended--welcome home, Fonzo's! You could copy-paste that straight into the box (it touches on food, service, and ambience like the prompt suggests). It'll stand out as thoughtful and real, which helps small businesses like this. If you want any tweaks--like adding a specific menu item you had or toning something down--just say the word. Proud of you for supporting local spots like this. read more

Yummy Yummy Yummy, come on in and get you some fresh-cut fries. Don't take them home, eat 'em while they're hot that's the only way to go with real fries. read more

Amazing! The food, the service, the atmosphere! Woah! They were so friendly taking my order, they even modified it to meet my needs! Hands down the best pizza I've ever had! I can't wait to go back and try something else! Wow! Truly a masterpiece! Thank you so much Fonzo's! I'll be seeing y'all again soon!!! read more

Food was great and plentiful. Servers are pleasant and helpful as well. If your really hungry I would recommend the Buster Burger! It's a clean and pleasant environment . read more

I remember Fonzos from a few years ago. I enjoyed their meat bomb sandwich. It was tasty and filling then. Had one today and a third of it was bread and the rest was nowhere near filling. They're cutting portions and while the quality is still good, Fonzos is not a good value anymore. I'll give them a pass now. read more

Went in to buy a cheeseburger and a soda. Counter person did that it would be $18. And change. I said that was more than I wanted to pay for just a burger and soda. read more

Just ordered a large combo pizza and the whole thing tastes the same, greasy and tasteless. I am talking a Hawaiian pizza and a chicken ranch and both have the same flavor, greasy. How is that possible!? Paid $35 for this disgusting pizza. Would not recommend if you are looking for a pizza, their other meals are decent. read more

This was the best pizza I have had in a long time and that's saying a lot being from NY. Ordered the Hawaiian and the All Meat...delicious doesn't even describe how good it was. Service was amazing as well. Ordered over the phone was told 10-15 minutes and it was ready when I got there in 15 minutes. Could not be more pleased with a place. Definitely should get a bigger building and have sit down service, the customers would come I guarantee it. read more

I'll be back/ordering from here again/more in future and get photos to share! The food was demolished so quickly we didn't get pics! Food was ready for pickup within 20 min, fresh & piping hot! 3 large pizzas (Buffalo chicken, chicken bacon ranch & a hamburg) along w/some fries smothered in chicken & a yummy sauce and an order of their sweet & spicy chicken tenders. The pizzas were generously LOADED w/toppings, including cheese, and very yummy! The smothered fries and sweet & spicy chicken were also AWESOME!! Can't wait to order from here again! read more

Food is over seasoned, and is not worth the price that is charged for what you get. I bought a steak and cheese and curly fries and I was still hungry, I could have gone to subway and got better food for my money. The service was fine pretty nice and respectful but I don't see why people hype this place up. read more

When Fonzo's was located in Smithfield my dad and I would always order pizza on our way home from here and we were always in love with it. Since they moved to Madison we haven't been near here much until recently and yesterday I decided eh why not and was going to order a pizza like always. Then I started thinking "nah let's try something new" and I rarely do that. I saw an item called the Chicken filet sandwich and you can choose either Mayo or secret sauce. I chose secret sauce obviously cause it's a day of trying new things lol Well let me tell you. This is my all time favorite food item ever. The secret sauce is a blend of bbq and honey mustard and I'm so glad someone came up with that sauce cause I'm going to need a bucket of it. I was completely mesmerized by the size of this meal considering it was only $10. All I can say is..You definitely need to try this. Do it. Do it now. read more

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Great, quick good to go with a large menu. They do not have seating so be prepared. They also have no GF bread or pizza dough.

I live right next-door to this restaurant and due to Madison House of Pizza being closed more than I'd like it to be, Madison house of pizza because that is the best place in town to go or in Madison maine !!!! It's just every time I go to Fonzos their food is absolutely disgusting Dry cold made wrong etc....I've not eaten one good thing from their restaurant even there supposed famous lobster sandwich no way the lobster tasted fishy an tried their cheeseburger sub rolls it's nasty lose meat not a burger sub like it should be.... their nasty pizza with old pizza dough that tasted so yeasty ....or there was no steak that they should have for there steak bombs and they never have what you want or the ingredients to make it ....which is should be a simple thing on their menu like a steak bomb sandwich is never made right ugh read more

Great food & friendly service! Definitely a good choice if your hungry! It's also locally owed! We need to support family business's!

Excellent chicken basket. Subs are good but make sure you know the lingo and definition before you order if you are from 'away'. Pizza is pretty good. read more

I had the best haddock basket I think ever made in the existence of the human race. Steak bomb I had a few weeks prior was also amazing.