Came for my son's birthday and our server was amazing! I wish I remembered her name but she was just great. We sat outside because we had my mini dachshund with us and she even wrote her name on her water! The food was great too. read more

Paesanos - Frankie and her personalized water dish - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

I don't normally write reviews because I always hate how I end up coming off haha but lately it has been hard to find a restaurant that truly satisfies my desire for high quality customer service and culinary excellence. But every time I visit Paesanos I get both of those things. On my most recent visit to the restaurant, I had the pleasure of being served by Clemens. He was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and helped me find the perfect meal(Fettucine Arrositi) to fit my current dietary restrictions. He also helped my grandma find something on the menu that wouldn't be too carb heavy since she is diabetic. He was pleasant all around, he was patient with my grandma all night and made me feel like he truly valued our time and didn't rush us. He is everything you want in a server-kind,direct,knowledgeable, and dependable. I would come back any time just to get customer service like that. Now on to the food, I had the Fettucine Arrositi which I believe is their signature dish. I have had it before but this time it was especially delicious. The sauce has a flavor like no other pasta I've ever had it's rich but not too rich creamy but not too creamy and the thing that sets it apart from other creamy pastas is the subtle Cajun flavor. It tastes a bit like old bay and Tabasco to me with some other amazing things in it I'm sure but it was delicious 9/10 My grandma likes to order a lot of things for the table because she never got to have that so she ordered a bunch of things for herself to try and for me to finish. We had the meatballs and they were fantastic but she felt they were too big haha 9/10. Then we had the calamari which was my favorite of the appetizers we ordered. I'm hoping next time to try the polenta fries. Then for her main course my grandma had the wedge salad which she loved but she did mention she wished it had lots more bacon and I can't blame because I too always want more bacon on things. All in all it was a great experience and I will be back very soon. read more

I always forget about this place but it's always solid! Sat quickly inside by the window but they have a whole concerted outdoor section now for extra seating. 3/5 Got an order of garlic bread as an appetizer which I may skip next time. It was a bit lacking in flavor and butter and one already comes with pasta dishes. 5/5 Fried ravioli - I never understood the hype until I tried it and these little morsels are tasty! Think I'll try the bocce balls next time. 4/5 Capellini Pomodoro was good but I think I'll try the carbonara next time. 3/5 Caesar not my fave. Will try the mixed greens next time. 5/5 Friends got the spaghetti carbonara with shrimp and it was to die for!! Will def try that next time. I was dreaming of it after. No dessert as nothing called out to me. Looking forward to the next visit! read more

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Came here on a Wednesday afternoon and it had a lively vibe, but it wasn't very busy. My friend and I chose to sit outside where there were two tables available -- one smaller for two people and one slightly bigger. After being seated at the smaller table, I asked the host if we could sit at the larger one instead. The larger table only seated four, so it wasn't like we were asking for their biggest table. There were no other parties waiting and plenty of open seating inside, but the host still denied the request and said it was only for larger parties. That didn't sit right with me, especially since it wasn't busy, I'd definitely understand on the weekend but that wasn't the case. It felt unnecessary to prioritize a party that wasn't even there yet over guests who were already present. After that, we were seated and it did take a little while for someone to come over, but once our waiter arrived, they were very kind and service picked up quickly. Drinks and our appetizer came out fast. The appetizer was actually the highlight of the meal -- we enjoyed it more than our sandwiches. For our main meals, my friend and I both got sandwiches and they were just okay. Nothing bad, but nothing memorable either. My friend ordered the Philly cheesesteak and mentioned it was lacking in meat and felt like mostly bread in some bites. They did have a cool pizza special going on that sounded really good, and honestly we probably should've gone with that instead. Overall, the experience was just average. Not terrible, but not something I'd go out of my way for again. I would come back and try something else next time. read more

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Located in midtown so find the nearest metered parking and walk. They were open on Easter Sunday and we were able to be seated right away for an early dinner (party of 5) Elevated pizza and pasta spot. I ordered the penne vodka pasta and at first the sauce was too acidic but as leftovers later that night it was perfect! If i had more of an appetite I would have added crispy chicken. The side garlic bread that comes with it is a big slice and perfectly buttered and seasoned. I would definitely come back to try the other options! However, the soda options are on the Pepsi/Starry variety which is not appealing to me. read more

Paesanos - Vodka Pasta ft. appetizer (bread rolls smothered in garlic butter and parmesan) pro tip cut open the roll and scoop the butter on top - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

I have been here numerous times with friends and family for dinner and I never get tired of their delicious food. My friend initially brought me here and introduced me to the amazing bocce balls. We get these every time we come here together, but the other appetizers are also worth trying! The fried ravioli was a hit with my family. Usually when I come I get the fettuccine arrostiti which is so delicious and filling, and recently I tried the rigatoni alla vodka which was amazing. They have staple items on their menu and specials too, the menu I believe may differ depending on the location you go to but won't only slightly. At this location I've never had to wait long to be seated and they have indoor and outdoor (covered) seating. The inside can get pretty busy and noisy, but the service is good. read more

Paesanos - Rigatoni alla Vodka - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We came here for lunch on Sunday. The waitress seated us quickly and offered us water while we looked over the menu. They have a kids' menu, which is a plus, and the price is affordable; it comes with an ice cream bar. We had kid pasta with meat sauce, polenta fries, spaghetti Parmesano and lemon pistachio linguine. We're having a good time, enjoying our food. The fries were really crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The linguine was quite delicious and unique taste. My husband enjoyed his spaghetti very much. The staff was friendly, and parking is on the street. read more

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Paseanos was a great experience. I went with a friend for dinner. We each got a delicious pasta dish. I got the campellini pomodoro and my friend got rigatoni allá vodka. I also got a nice Riesling to drink. We both enjoyed our meals and took some home for lunch the next day. We also shared the bocce balls, so delicious! Definitely recommend those. I would come back and dine again. The service was good. Our sever did seem a little overwhelmed but it was very busy. He forgot our drinks for a little while, but they eventually made it to our table. read more

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Overall a good value for money! We got polenta fries - which was huge and really good. It is on the heavier side so order rest of your meals accordingly. The kids got kids pizza and pasta and they were happy with their food. We also ordered Sicilian pizza and it was a tad bit too salty. Staff were really nice and the best part is that they give play doh for the kids, and there's ice cream bar and milk included as part of their $8 meal. Can't beat it! read more

Paesanos - *Sicilian Pizza (Gluten Intolerant) - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The Pork Fusilli is consistently my preferred dish. The pork is remarkably moist and complements the pasta beautifully. The calamari is invariably prepared to perfection. These two dishes pair exceptionally well together. read more

Paesanos - Pork Fusilli - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I went here for lunch with my cousin on a Thursday afternoon. No wait and we were seated quickly inside. We ordered the sopressata hot honey pizza along with the daily special pasta (linguine with shrimp in a spicy sauce) and two side salads to share. Salad came out quickly but the food took a bit of a long time to come out - not sure if they were just waiting for us to finish our salad. I enjoyed the flavor of the hot honey pizza and the thinness and crispiness of the crust. The pasta was ok but I would probably not get it again as I think their pizza was better. Total for 2 dishes and 2 side salads was ~$60 pre-tip, so a bit on the pricier side. Street parking only, we found free parking around the corner. They have both indoor seating and a front covered patio. read more

Paesanos - Daily special pasta - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

Love Paesanos, great food, low key, good service, vibrant and noisy in a good way, they have always been accommodating, best of all, I've never had a mediocre meal here. When I crave comfort food, Paesanos is the first place that comes to mind. They also have a great bar, though, it's always crowded, I guess that speaks to the quality of service, customer experience is paramount, and Paesanos delivers! read more

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Great menu, good prices, excellent baked pasta (extra cream) plus a small slice of toasted French role. It's very loud inside this location. There is outside seating but mostly was taken up by people with families. Service was great, wait staff attentive and regularly checked on us. Food served fresh, hot and delicious. The baked pasta which included meat sauce was delicious and better than the Elk Grove location (tasted different, meatier sauce). Parking can be a challenge but if you are ray to the parking fairy you night get a spot out Fri t which is 2 hour parking. My friend got lucky, I parked 3 blocks away, it was a nice walk afterwards. Be alert, lots of transient people. read more

This please is one of the best Italian restaurants in town. The deep fried ravioli and meatballs are to die for. I also had the Alfredo which was AMAZING read more

Paesanos - Lavender lemon drop - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Had a wonderful time at Paesanos today for lunch. So many great options that it's hard to choose! We started with the meatballs for some protein. They were delicious. I love the bread her as well! We also order half a Greek pizza and half Sicilian -eight slice total. The Sicilian was ok, but the Greek was so good! Def would order that again. Overall a good time, appreciate our servers patience with us as we looked over the menu and had a few questions. It was nice and quiet for a Sunday afternoon. And of course, we will be back! read more

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Paesanos always has great quality pastas and pretty generous portions. I love getting their fried ravioli. It is so delicious, flavorful, and crispy. It was my first time trying their pizzas here, and it was pretty good! Thin crust pizza, and average size. The service was friendly. He got everything we needed and checked up on us a good amount of times. We sat in their extended room, which was cool, but there was no ambiance to it LOL it really is just an extra room for customers to eat in. read more

Paesanos - spumoni gelato - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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This place is in midtown and just has a chill vibe. Met my daughter for lunch, we love this place. Calamari Always good. Combo Pizza Pepperoni, Molinari Italian sausage and cremini mushrooms. Delicious, nice crust. Grilled Chicken Sandwich Provolone, toasted tomatoes, caramelized onions on artesian roll. Explosion of flavors, roll so fresh. It is a bit on the sweet side. Side Green Salad Fresh crisp produce very simple with heirloom tomatoes, I liked it alot. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Her name was 'D F' per the receipt. read more

Paesanos - Combo *Paesanos Combination - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Overall, I had a very mid experience here. I thought the meatballs felt a little thin. The fried ravioli was a little chewy. Probably not items I would order again. The pasta experience was fine. My partner out ordered me. Her fettuccini dish was great. Great flavor and mouth feel with each bite. The carbonara was flavorful, but had too much cheese, so it felt a little chunky and heavy. Her sangria was very sweet, so was not to our liking. The service was very friendly. He was working hard so he forget a few things we asked for and the order of operations was a little off but I wont't subtract points since he was short handed. Definitely feels kind of chain-y on the inside. They got a bar where you can watch a game or two. They have outdoor seating which I always appreciate. Overall, there was some good and some bad suggesting some inconsistencies in the menu. I see potential in the menu but probably only in a few items. Perhaps not my first choice for pasta but if I know what I what I like and I want something fast casual, this is the spot. Plus, it's in midtown and you can frolick around after or before. read more

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I can't believe I had not been here before. My best friend told me about this place. She loves Italian food and I trust her taste buds . Since my cousin was in town from LA. She wanted some good Italian food so we took her recommendation of this restaurant and it did not disappoint . Parking was a little tough during busy dinner time but not too bad . Walking up they have a nice patio outside must of the restaurants in that street have a patio in the front so when you're walking down the street, you could see all these people enjoying their meals. When inside it was cute and cozy with a bar area and an open kitchen where you could literally see them making pizzas and cooking other dishes . The staff was really friendly and attentive from the nice young lady in the front the hostess to our waiter. Okay now to the must important part of the night, the food! Let's talk about it! Oh my God, I cannot stop thinking and craving their food. I mean I think this has been my favorite place I have tried and ate at in a few months. I had the Pesto Tortellini delicious so delicious the sauce and the sun dried tomatoes. I don't know if your menu changes but please don't take the Pesto Tortellini because I'm planning on going back and having it again.. My cousin had the Spaghetti Carbonara and she let me try some and it was very delicious as well she loved it . We also had the tomato soup which was very flavorful. The prices and the portions of the food are very reasonable. They also come with this delicious big garlic bread. They also have a lot of good cocktails, which I tried two of them. I had The Layover and also the Lavender Lemon Drop which both drinks were very good. Overall, this place literally met my expectations and more. I did want to show my cousin from LA a good restaurant and she loves Italian food and she can't wait to come back to Sacramento just to come back here to eat more . My cousin and I were able to catch up since we hadn't seen each other over a very good meal and great service. We had a fantastic night/ dinner. I highly recommend this place if you like real authentic Italian food. The service was amazing also I can't wait to go back. I'm not joking when I say I want some more of that Pesto Tortellini the sun-dried tomatoes on that dish is outstanding. So I will be back really soon. read more

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Came here on a Tuesday evening and had a nice dinner. The spot is in a great area of Midtown Sacramento and has a really nice atmosphere. We shared the calamari appetizer, then got the fettuccine arrostiti with shrimp and the spaghetti carbonara with crispy chicken. Portions were generous and everything was tasty. The staff was friendly, service was good, and street parking was easy to find. We enjoyed our meal! read more

Paesanos - Calamari - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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I haven't been here in years and we decided to eat some Italian goodness for Valentine's Day. Normally I would order the carbonara but we tried other items. We had the Wedge salad, Caesar salad, Pepperoni Pizza, Pork Fusili and the Fettuccine Arrostiti. Everything was perfection! Tasted soooo good we can't wait to come back soon and try other dishes. Our server was super nice too! The food took a little longer to come out but it was well worth the wait. read more

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Came here to see what's the hype of this place. I'm glad I took my party here. This place is super busy which is good for any business. But the parking is a buzz kill. Took my uber to park the car almost 30 mins in the street. But again it's a good thing we came by. The interior of this place is very rustic style interior. I love it. Now the food is another thing. If you're in this area come by for good food and drinks. Now check out what we ordered and my reviews. read more

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Went to Paesanos for dinner for the first time and was torn between the baked pasta and carbonara. Between the two, our waiter recommended the baked pasta, and it was a great selection. Packed with flavor plus nice and cheesy... exactly what I was looking for. We also had the bruschetta, of which the tomatoes had a nice roasted/smoked flavor to it, making this a dish I'd definitely order again when I return. The only thing I didn't entirely care for was the spicy margarita that I'd ordered, as it was far too sweet for my liking. I'll definitely be back to Paesanos in the future. read more

Paesanos - Baked Pasta - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

Terrific restaurant/bar with some outdoor seating for great weather days. The food is very good. I've had the Baked Pasta, Carbonara, and Tiramisu. The Baked pasta was creamy, full of flavorful meat nicely baked for cheesy action all over. IMO, one of the benefits of baked pasta is the crispy pasta shells on the top layer, plus the baked cheese crust on the top. This had it all. The carbonara was pretty good, but they use bacon instead of the traditional guanciale (cured pork cheeks). That said, it was a solid bacon carbonara. I wish they had provided more of the decadent sauce, but still very good. The Tiramisu is a house-made special item and it's noticeable. It's really what Tiramisu should taste like. I'll get it again for sure! read more

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Don't waste your time or money unless you enjoy hard fettuccine noodles and terrible service. When I politely mentioned that our pasta was rock hard the waitress Julia A rolled her eyes and responded with a bad attitude instead of addressing the issue. Very disappointing experience. We had to wait another 30 plus minutes for them to remake all four of our dishes just for it to taste like they threw some new noodles in with the same hard noodles we complained about. Would not recommend. read more

My family and I have been coming to this location in midtown for about 6 years now. We recently visited and found out they got rid of the "Shrimp Scampi" dish and replaced with, what looks to be more of a vegetarian dish, Lemon Pistachio pasta. HUGE disappointment as it's has been their best dish for us. So we had to settle for something else -We ended up ordering the Spaghetti Carbonara and my mom order the Fettuccine with pawns and my brother ordered the Fettuccine with Crispy chicken. Both of the fettuccine lacked flavor. The chicken tasted like it had zero seasoning. The pasta tasted too al dente. My spaghetti carbonara also lacked flavor in the sauce and my pasta was also too al dente. Sad to say this but pretty sure Paisanos has lost us as one of their regulars. I hope they consider bringing back the Shrimp Scampi dish. read more

I'm giving three stars primarily because our server and the woman who delivered our food were exceptionally kind and attentive. Unfortunately, the experience was inconsistent from the start. The host was quite unfriendly upon arrival, and the bartender as well as the red haired waitress at the bar were not welcoming. The food itself was just okay, and we were never offered water throughout dinner. I hope the management can address these service inconsistencies, as a more cohesive and hospitable front of house experience would make a significant difference. read more

Paesanos - Caesar Salad, Large - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Love coming here for a quick dinner on a warm night! The ambiance is great and the wine is a perfect companion. We started with fried raviolis (always a favorite) and Caesar salad. Then finished off with the fettuccini arrostiti. read more

Paesanos - Fried Raviolis, Caesar Salad, Regular - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Flavorful Pizza and fantastic crust. The Caesar salad was especially good with crunchy croutons and a well balanced dressing. The pasta could have used a bit more salt, but it was still enjoyable. Overall a solid meal. The server was attentive and the atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. read more

Paesanos - *Sicilian Pizza (Gluten Intolerant) and Tortellini Formaggio - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Paesanos is a midtown Italian spot, best know for the pizza they serve. They offer gluten free crust and pizza accommodation, although their fresh mozzarella unfortunately is not available gluten free. The inside has nice high ceilings and a range of seating options, great for parties of different sizes. The outdoor seating has plastic curtains and heat lamps to keep guests comfortable after the sun goes down. I ordered the Soppressata & Hot Honey pizza, the friend I was with had the Vegano. This was my first time at paesanos despite being a Sacramento native, and I see why it's a midtown favorite. My pizza was awesome. The hot honey was delicious and yes, spicy, although I do have a low spice tolerance. I felt like the ratios on the pizza were great, with the lemon ricotta and soppressata slices balancing each other out. There wasn't too much sauce, a rarity and blessing, so all elements could be tasted. The fresh basil is a good touch, and though was liberal on the pizza packed a lot of flavor. The crust was airy, crunchy, but still had flavor. The crust is thin, and my slices were floppy (but not soggy!), which is certainly not a problem for me but isn't for everyone. I ordered ceasar dressing on the side (I use it instead of ranch, highly recommend) and although I didn't have the actual salad, I would comeback to try it just because of the dressing. It was very creamy, and rich with garlic, definitely one of the better restaurant ceasar dressings I've tried. The pizza is served with a steak knife and fork, which is really all you need. Our server was excellent, our waters were never empty and he was very knowledgeable about the gluten free items and limits of the restaurant. I'm looking forward to my next visit already. read more

Paesanos - Soppressata & Hot Honey pizza - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

Visited Paesanos for dinner after viewing the Christmas lights and left full & happy! The staff here are very friendly and attentive and the dining area was decorated so cute for Christmas, it was all very warm and cozy. My friend had the Vodka Parmesan sandwich minus the vodka sauce and said it was delicious, satisfying, and the tomato soup paired perfectly with it. I got my favorite, the Farmer's Market salad and it was delicious. I love the mix of dates, cornbread croutons, chicken, and tomatoes. I can't get enough of the dressing as well! To cleanse my palate I tried the pomegranate sparkler mocktail which was very fresh & refreshing. We had a delicate issue with our entree and the staff and manager were quick to respond accordingly and we walked away happy and feeling seen. We always enjoy our time at Capitol Ave Paesanos and can't wait to come back! read more

Paesanos - Vodka Parmesano Sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We absolutely love Italian food and wanted to give this location a try. I've been to the one in Elk Grove and really enjoyed it so didn't expect to have any issues here! We were able to get seated right away (they have patio and inside seating available). The menu is good size with options for any Italian lover! I got the carbonara and that with the garlic bread was so good! I would get it again but want to try other items! The price for what you get is a good deal as well in my opinion. I forgot our servers name but he was really nice and gave us good recommendations for our meals. I think if you came in on a busy night it might feel a little crowded since the tables are close together but we didn't go during a super busy time so we felt good. We will come here again! read more

Paesanos - Spaghetti Carbonara - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Cute Italian spot in Midtown! My boyfriend and I popped in for an early lunch. Service was especially quick and accommodating. Our bartender was very friendly and made us delicious (and strong) blackberry mules. He also made us mystery shots near the end of our lunch which tasted like pink starburst! For our appetizer, we got fried ravioli & we shared a fettuccine Alfredo for our main. Portion sizes were fair. Ravioli was fried to perfection, and the marinara sauce added great tang to the cheesiness. Alfredo was rich and very filly. Would recommend both these items. Docked one star down, because the food is pretty expensive, but it's a good spot in Midtown! read more

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My friends raved about this restaurant so we decided to give it a try. The garlic bread was absolutely divine and honestly the highlight of the meal. The rest of the food was a bit underwhelming for us. My rigatoni with vodka sauce had very little flavor and I found myself having to season it a lot just to enjoy it. My husband ordered the carbonara and did not like it either. It also did not have an egg, which made it feel like it was not a real carbonara. We also ordered the fried ravioli, which was decent, and the tomato soup, which was pretty good. The service itself was on point and everyone was friendly. We waited about thirty minutes to be seated, which would have been fine if the food lived up to the hype. For us, it just was not worth the wait. read more

I came here for the first time yesterday and it was delicious! another great find for me on yelp. I'm new to the area and was craving pasta and this place delivered! My server and host were super sweet. I ordered a baked pasta from the lunch menu which comes with garlic bread, soup or salad! and i chose a yummmy ceaser. I also ordered some fried ravioli as a starter and man it was delicious, i will be back for their happy hour because im sure the starters were half off. Great drink selection, cozy homey vibes. read more

Paesanos - Linch menu - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

Flavorful pasta forsure. Fast service food always hot. Seating options are cool and even ordering through delivery service food always still like steaming read more

Paesanos - Yum af - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

This place was warm and inviting. The patio setting was covered from the sun. As soon as I came thru the door I was greeted and my to go order was taken . While I waited I had a cold glass of Riesling the was so refreshing. The raviolis were cooked perfectly. Not too crispy not gooey, but inside was a wonderful layer of Italian cheeses and spinach and the spicy marinara sauce had huge chunks of tomatoes. read more

Paesanos - Fried raviolis - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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My go to place for Carbonara. I'm picky on my Carbonara so I don't automatically get it anywhere I go. But here they do it right. If I've been here 100 times, I've had the Carbonara 98 times it's that good. read more

The restaurant was nice. It's really big. They have seating outside and inside. They appear to have heaters in the outside portion, which makes it convenient on a chilly evening. The service was okay. We were seated pretty quickly. However, our waiter took a little long getting us extra napkins and wasn't very friendly. The food was really good. I ordered the fetuccine arristiti and my husband the alfredo with prawns. If my pasta had a hint of spice, which was brought out by the lime that was included, it also came with a slice of garlic bread, which was the perfect serving. My husband had the Alfredo pasta with prawns. The prawns were very fresh and tasted very creamy. I had a glass of their pinot noir and my husband had a mocktail. They were both really delicious. We also had the calamari but unfortunately I forgot to take a photo so it's not included in my review. We went out on a Thursday evening. We were able to find parking about a block away. So it was really convenient. I definitely recommend this restaurant. On Thursday evening at around 7 PM for a nice dinner, it wasn't very busy. The music wasn't loud, it was a pleasant visit.. read more

Paesanos - Fettuccine Arristiti - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Paesanos is hands down one of our favorite spots! It was a no brainer to take our family who was here visiting from TN here for lunch. We ordered our usuals and they followed suit. We got carbonara sub rigatoni for the spaghetti, add blackened chicken and extra sauce. It never misses! We also got the Sicilian pizza . Our family enjoyed it so much we had to take them back to get more the next afternoon! read more

Paesanos - *Sicilian Pizza (Gluten Intolerant) YUM!! - Pizza Near Me - Sacramento, California