Schiano&#x27;s Italian Eatery

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Great pizza ... outside of NYC? Impossible! Visiting family and they've been trying to find a new go to pizza place. I think we found it, literally tastes like just back home! I know where I'm ordering from when I visit again! Got a slice to go, devoured it in the car, had to go back for a pie! Quick easy service for take out, you can also dine in. read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Pepperoni Slice - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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5 months ago

Racist!! I had done pickup it didnt take that long but its not kid friendly either i did get cheese fries it was good and im going to test their pizza soon read more

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Myriam R.

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Authentic pizza. Perfectly made. We had pepperoni and another with sausage. Great quality meat. I've been back several times mostly for pick up. Very much worth it. read more

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Carol Cal W.

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I ordered pickup and the pizza was hot and made on time didn't have to wait 2 minutes. The staff was very friendly and helpful . The flavor was delicious. The crust was fantastic just like a New York style flavor. The restaurant had a great ambiance. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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Henry M.

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They always make the best antipasto salads. If you haven't tried it, you definitely should.

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Mary B.

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Good pizza and good appetizers. We had the triple item appetizer with wings, fried mozzarella and garlic bread sticks, yum.

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Teagan D.

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Amazing staff, amazing pizza & even better cheesy bread! Highly recommend that you come and check out Schiano's! read more

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Shannon D.

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We've been going for years! We've always enjoyed our food. I'll give the food 4 stars. But service is one star. The past 3 times we have visited we have sat for a very lengthy time before being greeted. However this last time, we sat and sat. No one ever came. The server walked by so often, not once greeting us or offering any type of communication that someone may be with us shortly. Nothing, completely ignored our group. Finally, we went to the counter and was advised someone would be with us shortly. It appeared that one of the cooks then became our server. We were so thankful for him. He was polite, timely and provided great service. I just don't understand why the other server ignored us. If we didn't have little kids I would have left. The food was good. We've always been pleased. But after three visits and poor service I'm just not sure if it is worth the time. I would only return for take out; I guess. read more

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Dale D.

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I was not impressed with this restaurant for a second time. I think our waiter was drunk. The atmosphere is OK and the food was subpar. Paid a lot of money for a very non-existent experience. I've heard great things about this location, but was sadly disappointed. I don't know that I'll give it another try. Two times is enough. Was very disappointed. read more

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John A.

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Food is good. Prices are high and the service is hit or miss. This would be 4 stars if the service was acceptable.

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April M.

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When we moved here 3 years ago we came across this place and truly enjoyed it. The service is always good. The food was fantastic the first time we came then it started dwindling each time we came. On this last visit, my boyfriend and I ordered a salad, cheesy bread and an X-Large pizza. They don't make large. It goes from medium to X-Large. We did the build your own and got pepperoni, extra cheese, green peppers and onion. When it came, we both just stared at as it looked like it was all cheese. Funny thing is, you could see how many pepperoni's were on there.....only 11 of them, and the green peppers and onions were all in the middle of the pizza and barely any of them. It was very disappointing! Salad was good, cheesy bread was good but the pizza was not. Why pay for toppings when you don't even get any. Two of the slices didn't even have a pepperoni on them. Again, this was X-Large pizza with 11 regular size pepperoni's. We were so disappointed but ended up boxing the rest of it to take home hoping we could snack on it later. Once we got home, we ended up chucking it in the garbage. We decided we will not be going back to this place. The waitress we had was so wonderful though, young gal and she was on top of things. read more

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Kimberly N.

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I went in to try their NY style slice. Two pepperoni slices with a drink for eight bucks. The young guy at the counter was really nice. Made me feel welcomed and had great convo. The slices were reminiscent of NY but missing the crispy crust, the dough was off. It didn't have the dark circles on the crust reminiscent of NY pizza. read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - 2 slice special - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Great mom and pops shop. I'd highly recommend stopping in great environment. Sal is a very respectful and does all of his customers & employees well. I worked for this business for 3 years and he's still one of the best managers I've had the pleasure of working with. This Deli Boli was perfect 10/10 read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Deli Boli - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Jamita H.

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I am not sure why it has taken me so long to too by here. I had always heard great things about this place and their pizza. My daughter wanted to come by here and grab her a personal pizza and so I brought her. I took a small piece of her pizza and O to the M to the GGG! It was the best tasting pizza that I've had in a while. I haven't been back to get my own, but I'll be going soon so I can have my own personal pizza and not take over hers, lol! read more

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Ben G.

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Been here before, but first time doing dine-in. The pizza was good. My California steak and the grilled chicken sub were bland. The pasta and meatballs were ok. The service was awful. I had to ask to have the table cleared from the appetizer plates, and ended up going to the back to get my own refills because I asked and got nothing for 20 minutes. It was so slow that I opted to pay up front so I didn't have to wait any longer. Will go out of my way to go to the Forest Drive location if we dine-in again. read more

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Kyle D.

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Service is usually spot on. Over the years, we have noticed a decline in the food. Don't know if it is different cooks or what. We really like to support small business.... Hope it gets back to what it used to be. read more

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Quay A.

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Best around period ! Food is awesome, service always courteous. It's hard to drive past them!

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Carnita D.

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My pizza was hard at the bottom, I had to go ask where was my pizza. My husband already started eating his dinner. The was not good

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Patricia F.

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Cute old school pizzeria. The staff is very friendly and the food was really good with reasonable prices. Will be back next time we visit Columbia. read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Special Specialty Pizza- Individual - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Debra S.

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We were a party of 4 and ordered 2 large pizzas and appetizers. The food came to the table hot and it was fresh. Everything was really good and reminded me of New York style pizza. Our server Tyreek was very attentive and he made sure we had everything we needed. I have been here before and will return again. read more

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Cat F.

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We used to LOVE this place but three times our delivery orders have been botched we stopped ordering from them for a while. Recently, exhausted after a long day we caved and ordered a pizza. When it arrived I noticed the box was soggy. I made a little video to show the pizza soup we got but I can't upload videos. So below is a bad photo of the soggy pizza we got. I'm afraid we're done with these guys. Which breaks my heart. They used to be so good. read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Pizza soup - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Tiffany L.

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Just ok!! No where have I ever seen a sub roll used as "cheese bread". The pizza was ok. read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Meat Lovers Specialty Pizza - Individual - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Susan L.

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Pizza was ok , but the sausage was terrible - more like a kielbasa texture than Italian ground. I might go back at some point but I would skip the sausage. read more

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Dameion S.

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Been eating here since I was a kid great food my go to is the Chicken Boli Thank me Later!!!!!!! read more

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Jennifer B.

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This pizza place is close to where I work. I know many people complain that it was better back in the day, but I have always enjoyed the slices of pizza I ordered here! I decided to switch it up this time and ordered the veggie calzone for dine in. It was in the evening on a weekday and not busy at all, so I chose my own seat. The waitress immediately took my drink and food order. She was friendly. The calzone was huge! It came with ricotta and mozzarella cheeses. I got light ricotta cheese. I appreciated the fact that it was served already halved. I took half of it home. The calzone had the perfect combo of cheesy, crispy goodness. I'll definitely be back to my local pizza joint! read more

Schiano's Italian Eatery - Veggie calzone - Italian Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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Ressinia D.

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We're from New Haven CT- The Pizza Capital of the US. Trying to find pizza in SC that is comparable to the crispy thin crust of Frank Peppe's or the authentic pepperoni and mozz of Sally's Apizza or the topping load of Modern Pizza has been impossible. Schianos is the closest we've come!! It is very reminiscent of the famous NE pizzerias. Crispy crust, good sauce and just the right amount of cheese. Schiano's will be our go to pizza place while we are here in the Midlands. We're so happy we tried them! read more

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Bobby L.

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The best pizza and calzone in the Sandhills area of Columbia. You can build your own pizza too with lots of options.They offer friendly prompt service and the delivery service through Yelp is fast. read more

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Julie B.

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Found this place on YELP and wanted to give it a try. Really enjoyed this pizza! I had the all meat. Delicious toppings, and quick, friendly delivery. Taste like home made. Definitely recommend this place to everyone. Stop on by, or have delivery. Lots of other options, but the pizza is fab! read more

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John M.

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Excellent pizza! being from NJ it's very hard to find NY style pizza that I enjoy and this place nails it!! I have a few go to places around here now but this has become my steady. :) read more

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James P.

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Never have been a fan of their pizza. Tried it again and it was sloppy and floppy as ever. Need a spoon to eat this pizza. Just a greasy soggy pizza with no taste, and that was my last visit. read more

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Richard L.

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This place is pretty gross in a filthy way. The food isnt great either. i will not be returning at all. Honestly, Dominoes is so much better. read more

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Michael M.

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It's a nice little place to go but don't get your hopes up to high pizza is sub par a 5 out of ten at best garlic cheese bread came out not cooked all the way server could've used some help by my count he had all the tables inside by himself and was doing his best but upfront at Togo 5 people standing around? Anyways try the pasta skip the pizza have some wine and relax you'll enjoy your visit. Go somewhere else for pizza though read more

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Elsie A.

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We have ordered cheese pizza and some calzones both were good. I haven't gone to the place so I can't say how is the service, but I suppose it's good because I didn't hear my daughter complaining. About the ambiance can't say neither. read more

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John W.

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Pizza was quite good, service was good, the interior of the restaurant was very dirty and needs a deep, deep clean as well as some aesthetic repairs! But recommend the food 100%! read more

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Hannah D.

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Last time I ordered from here they told me to go fuck myself which I had already done that day. Not authentic New York pizza but definitely the authentic northeast attitude. read more

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Rene E.

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Unfortunately, ONE is the lowest rating we can give this restaurant. The pasta is overcooked and bland and one order came out completely wrong. We asked to speak with owner who blamed the server, stood at the table arguing with us and was unwilling to resolve the situation. Based on the quality of food and the horrid attitude and lack of customer service from the owner, it's understandable why the place was empty. Don't waste your time going to this one. read more

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Jennifer H.

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Had an extremely disappointing experience trying to dine in yesterday. Drink orders were taken but then no one came back to take our order for at least 20 minutes. My son attempted to order from the counter but no one would speak to him or make eye contact. Finally a server waited on the one other table in the restaurant but did not come to our table. When I approached the counter to say we were leaving, no one stepped up to make it right. If there was a manager there, they did not intervene to address such a poor customer service experience. I've never had an experience as bad as this in a restaurant. We've had their takeout numerous times...never again. They have lost our business. read more

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10132 Two Notch Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
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(803) 788-7808
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What time does Schiano's Italian Eatery open?

Schiano's Italian Eatery opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Schiano's Italian Eatery close?

Schiano's Italian Eatery closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Schiano's Italian Eatery closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery take credit cards?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have catering options?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery does have catering options.

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery serve alcohol?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery allow dogs?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery allows dogs.

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have TVs?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have bike parking?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery has bike parking.

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have outdoor seating?

No, Schiano's Italian Eatery does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have parking?

Yes, Schiano's Italian Eatery has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Schiano's Italian Eatery have free WiFi?

No, Schiano's Italian Eatery does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Schiano's Pizza and Italian Specialties is a landmark restaurant serving folks in the Northeast area for over 36 years and going. Original New York Style restaurant which began it's iconic history in 1965.

History

Established in 1965.

Established in Brooklyn, New York in 1965. The family business stretched through to New Jersey with over 100 restaurants in the family. Eventually stores were open in North Carolina and now in Columbia, South Carolina.

Meet the Business Owner: Sal C.

Owner for over 36 years.

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Review Highlights - Schiano's Italian Eatery

“I've been looking for a great NY style pizza since I moved to Columbia, and had absolutely ZERO luck until I found Schiano's!”

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Our ROMEO lunch group of 8 went here for our first time today. I was a little surprised when we…read morewalked in because when I first looked at their website I only saw the dinner menu, which basically was Middle Eastern dishes with almost all of the them priced around $32.95. I figured this must be a nice restaurant with sit down tables and decent lighting. However, after opening the door it basically looked like a fast food, order at the counter restaurant, with about 6 tables or so with around 6-7 small chairs around each table. There was one person waiting outside and inside there was one person sitting at a table eating. There was one person cooking and nobody to take orders. We stood there and watched him cook for about 3-4 minutes without him acknowledging our presence. Finally he finished cooking, wrapped it up and gave it to the guy waiting. He took our orders one by one and while he was taking the third order a guy came out to do the cooking. This was about 11:20AM. Three of us ordered Lamb Gyros with fries. We had one order for a hamburber, a chicken gyro with fries, two combination paninis and one other chicken sandwich. The three lamb gyros came out first. They were very tightly wrapped in a thin paper and then with aluminum foil. The lamb was good but getting the wrapping paper off was a mess. Very messy to eat (but hey, it's a gyro) but the taste was good. The chicken sandwich came out around 35 minutes after ordering. The hamburger was out at about 30 minutes. It didn't look like much and the bun was like something you'd buy off the shelf at Walmart or local grocery store...nothing special, just a normal ordinary hamburger bun. It was rated as a 2.0 by the guy that ordered it. The fries were good, again nothing special but there were quite a bit with the orders. We weren't very impressed with the restaurant as far as friendliness or ambiance. Our average overall rating for it was a 2.87 so we probably won't make this one of our favorites of the 179 restaurants we've eaten at in the Cola area.

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3 years ago

Listen up, youse lowly peasants, 'cause Captain 619, the fearsome monster with a taste for the finer things, is 'bout to lay down a food review on Schiano's. Brother Sal, the boss of this joint, knows how to satisfy my monstrous cravings like no other. This place, hands down, is my go-to spot for a killer pie. Now, I ain't spillin' the beans on how I get Sal to whip it up just right for me, but let me tell ya, he always delivers that real Italian comfort food that brings me home. Forget about it, this joint ain't like any other in South Carolina. When you walk through them doors, it's like you're transported straight to the streets of New York. The flavors, my friends, are off the charts. It's like a taste explosion that'll make ya forget your own name. I gotta give this place six stars outta five, 'cause it's just that damn good. So, listen up, wise guys and dolls, and make your way to Schiano's. Brother Sal's the boss, and he'll treat ya right with the flavors of the old country. Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Just make sure to bring your appetite, 'cause this place is gonna leave you beggin' for more. Capisce? read more

Brandon J.

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3

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14 years ago

I'm not sure what axe Andy had to grind, but he could not be farther from the truth. I have been eating here with Sal and Frank, the owners, for 20 years. You don't keep customers that long by varying far from what made you great in the first place. You won't find more gracious hosts. The food is excellent. The atmosphere and ambiance is right out of a Tratteria in Little Italy. This is one of the most enjoyable, unique dining experiences in Columbia. Theirs is a landmark place that has stood the test of time in NE Columbia, and is serving its 2nd and 3rd generations of regular customers. Again, you don't achieve longevity such as this by not being consistently excellent. read more

Don L.

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4 years ago

Nice place to eat and the service is wonderful and the food is great I would recommend people to eat from them

Courtney P.

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6 years ago

This was our first time here and everything was good! The Stromboli was good and it held the grease

A M.

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4 years ago

Quick service, and the pizza was delicious, we will definitely be going back again!!!

Little J.

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11 years ago

The service was slow and the pizza was dripping in grease. Will not go back.

Sir G.

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12 years ago

the place has character, and the pizza pies are great!

Cary B.

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6 years ago

Been eating here for years I have never been let down.

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