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El Fredo Pizza
Pizza
Most frequently recommended item in the reviews. It’s repeatedly described as amazing, the best in Sioux City/Iowa, with great sauce, generous toppings, hot and delicious service, and memorable crust.
Salad bar
Praised multiple times as great or awesome, with good value and even homemade dressings. Reviewers also liked the variety and freshness.
Cheese sticks
Recommended for being cheesy and delicious, with some reviewers noting they were treated to free cheese sticks and enjoyed the homemade ranch alongside them.
Breadsticks
Mentioned as very amazing and a good complement to the meal, though one reviewer felt they could be better. Overall, they were still positively received.
Wings
Specifically called out as loved by one reviewer, making them a notable positive mention among the menu items.
Spaghetti
Mentioned as a great-sized portion and part of a meal that was well liked, making it a solid recommended option.
Calzone
Described as hitting the spot, with the overall meal praised for strong flavor and homemade quality.
Alfredo
Highly praised as tasting homemade and being 'to die for,' making it one of the standout specific pasta dishes in the reviews.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 4 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 4 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 4 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 4 to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 4 to 9 PM |
About El Fredo Pizza
Established pizzeria doling out pies with common toppings, as well as Italian pasta entrees.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is El Fredo Pizza known for?
El Fredo Pizza is best known for its deep dish and Chicago-style pizza, especially the jumbo pies with the original sauce. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the salad bar, which is often described as a standout and a good value for the price.
What dishes are most recommended at El Fredo Pizza?
The most often recommended items are the deep-dish pizza, jumbo pizza, calzones, and the salad bar. Reviewers also call out the cheese sticks, breadsticks, wings, spaghetti, and Alfredo, with several saying the pizza sauce and toppings are especially memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at El Fredo Pizza?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and historic, with a classic old-school pizza-joint feel. It works well for groups, families, college students, and solo diners, and reviewers mention that it can get crowded during busy times.
Is El Fredo Pizza good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers often describe the portions as huge, with jumbo pizzas that can feed a group and salad bar plates that feel worth the cost. Several reviews specifically call the food reasonably priced and the salad bar a good value.
What should I know about wait times and service at El Fredo Pizza?
Service is frequently described as fast, and some reviewers say they rarely wait long for food. That said, the restaurant can get very crowded at peak times, so a wait is possible even though the kitchen and staff are often praised for moving quickly.
Is parking available at El Fredo Pizza?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is El Fredo Pizza kid-friendly?
Yes, El Fredo Pizza is good for kids.
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