Pagano's Pizzeria

If you’re craving a true taste of Jersey, this spot nails it. The pizza has that perfect thin-yet-chewy crust with just the right char—foldable, flavorful, and fired up just like back home. But let’s talk about the garlic knots—absolutely unreal. Pillowy soft inside, crispy golden outside, and absolutely drenched in buttery garlic goodness. I could eat a dozen and call it a day. The chicken parm is hands down one of the best I’ve had outside the Tri-State. Juicy, breaded just right, smothered in sauce and cheese without going soggy. It’s the kind of meal that makes you go quiet after the first bite. And don’t skip the cannoli—crispy shell, creamy ricotta filling, and just the right touch of sweetness. It’s the perfect finish to a carb-lover’s dream. This place is a whole vibe—classic, comforting, and straight-up delicious.

stopped in today and nothing — nothing — compares to this. Jersey Style Plum Pizza completely changed the game. It’s not just good; it’s mind-blowingly, life-alteringly delicious. The first bite was a revelation. The crust had that perfect golden edge with just enough bite — not too thick, not too thin. But the real magic? That plum tomato sauce. Sweet, tangy, rich, and vibrant. It didn’t just sit on top of the crust — it owned it. You can tell it’s made with purpose, not just dumped on like an afterthought. Cheese? Just the right amount. Gooey, creamy, and perfectly melted. It let the sauce shine but still brought everything together in a way that felt like home. No frills, no gimmicks — just pure, old-school Jersey pride in every slice. ORDER THE PLUM PIZZA!

Great garlic knots

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sauce, Garlic Knots, Salad

Always a delight

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely the best pizza that I've had in Daytona. Tonite was very busy but the wait staff handled it with ease. We had the Antipasta salad and the Italian pizza. Both were great.

Resembles a NY slice Best pizza I’ve had since moving to Fl 10/10

Love this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best pizza!!!!!! I’m from PA and this pizza is my favorite!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza

Pinwheels!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pinwheels

We had the garlic cheese knots and a pepperoni pizza. So tasty! Our server, Rachel, was attentive and sweet. We will definitely eat here again!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Garlic Knots

2 slices of pizza and a drink for under $5.00

And it's delicious... Very authentic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pizza by the Slice

My husband and I stopped in here on a Wednesday for the first time for lunch. It's more of a mom and pop small old establishment. It's not anything fancy, just basic. We ordered a med, thin and crispy pizza. What I look for in a thin and crispy, is that I can hold a slice and everything does not fall off of it. So these slices were perfect. I could hold a slice and it held up. It was very good. I would have put just a little bit more seasoning on it. It needed some more herb spice flavor but all in all we enjoyed it. On Wednesdays they have a deal where if you buy a beverage you can get certain meals for I think it was $10.99. We ordered a sampler to go. It came with chicken parmesan, manicotti and lasagna, a salad and bread. We took this home and had it for supper and it was very very good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Chicken Parmesan

I like that you can get two slices and a soda

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Pizza by the Slice

Good food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

I can't say enough good things about Pagano's. EVERYtime we've eaten there or from there it has been exceptional. The food is always delicious and plentiful. And the service is excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Meatballs, Garlic Knots