The Mom & Pop Pizza Joint In Illinois Where Everybody Knows Your Name

There's a local pizza joint with a few locations in Illinois that everyone needs to visit. Situated in small towns, these eateries are known for some delicious eats you've got to try.

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Joe's Pizza has been serving east-central Illinois for more than 45 years, and it is known for having some of the best pizza in the land of Lincoln. For many in the area, these restaurants are like a home away from home.

With three locations in the state, each eatery retains a small-town atmosphere that is intoxicating. Locals enjoy the friendly staff and casual seating that is perfect for everyday dining.

Joe's first location opened in Paris in 1973 with the second opening in Shelbyville in the mid-1980s. In 2017, a third location opened in Tuscola. All three are still family-owned and operated.

When it comes to the food, everything sold at this local pizza joint is made fresh to-order from the finest ingredients. Start with bread sticks, garlic bread, pizza bread, wings, cheese curds, chicken strips, onion rings, and many other delicious appetizers.

Of course, the main draw is the pizza. You can order thick, thin, or regular crusts as well as stuffed pizzas. Customize your toppings or order a specialty pie like BBQ chicken, buffalo chicken ranch, taco, Sicilian, or Joe's special.

Other menu items include salads, wraps, pastas, chicken and veal Parmesan, and sandwiches like tenderloin, meatball, and steakburger.

Joe's Pizza is open for dinner between 4 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday as well as 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. You can also stop by between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

The original Joe's Pizza is located at 226 W Court St., Paris, IL 61944, and you can learn more about it on its website or Facebook page.

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