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Located in the heart of Lykens, Pennsylvania, Ciao's Pizza stands out as a beloved local pizza restaurant that artfully blends traditional Italian flavors with comforting American favorites. Whether you’re craving a classic slice or a hearty dinner plate, Ciao’s Pizza promises a memorable dining experience marked by fresh ingredients and warm hospitality.
This cozy eatery’s menu is a delight for any palate. Their signature Pepperoni Pizza boasts a perfectly crisp crust topped with generous layers of melted cheese and zesty pepperoni, delivering a satisfying chew and burst of savory flavor in every bite. For those seeking a lighter, vegetable-forward option, the One Plain One Onions and Mushrooms pizza offers earthiness and sweetness, expertly balanced under a blanket of golden mozzarella.
But Ciao’s culinary prowess extends well beyond pizza. Their Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo is a standout, featuring succulent shrimp and tender broccoli smothered in a velvety, handmade Alfredo sauce that customers rave about. This dish perfectly marries rich creaminess with delicate seafood and fresh vegetables, showcasing the care and skill poured into every preparation.
Start your meal with savory appetizers like their golden Bread Sticks With Cheese or the crunchy Mozzarella Sticks, both perfect for sharing and whetting the appetite. If you prefer something a bit more unique, their Breaded Cauliflower offers a light yet flavorful option, with a crisp coating that pairs beautifully with the restaurant’s housemade marinara.
Diners also appreciate the generous dinner options, each served with a crisp side salad and a choice of homemade or garlic bread. Whether it’s the Shrimp and Scallops Alfredo or the comforting Chicken Parmigiana with spaghetti, each plate is prepared with fresh ingredients and attention to detail that elevates comfort food to something truly special.
The atmosphere at Ciao's Pizza reflects the genuine, heartfelt nature of the food. The restaurant is clean and unpretentious, providing a relaxing setting where friendships and families gather. Guests often praise the friendly and attentive staff, who make every visit pleasant and welcoming.
Don’t just take our word for it—regulars like Joe A have praised the perfectly cooked seafood pasta and flavorful fried cauliflower, mentioning it’s a local gem worth frequent visits. Kali Schlegel highlights the handmade freshness of the Alfredo sauce and consistently delicious meals, recommending the shrimp and broccoli Alfredo dinner as her must-try. Long-term residents and professional chefs alike, such as Stephanie Fritsch, commend both the fast service and the authentic, satisfying flavors. And J-nae Kettoman notes not only the quality of the subs and pizzas but also the owner’s generosity and kindness, adding a heartfelt dimension to the culinary experience.
For pizza lovers and Italian cuisine aficionados in Lykens and beyond, Ciao's Pizza offers a rich, comforting escape through every slice and plate — a place where quality ingredients meet community heart, creating flavors that linger long after your meal ends.
I had a seafood pasta dish that was absolutely excellent. The seafood tasted great, the sauce was light and flavorful, and the pasta was done perfectly. I also had some fried cauliflower that was cooked perfectly and served with a flavorful marinara sauce. Salads were nice, wings meaty, and wing sauces tasty. Too bad we only pass through here once in a while. I'd go once a week. I'm trying a pizza on my way back through. Definitely one of the best places in this region. Great staff too.
This is my favorite place to order food locally. Everything is always delicious and never disappoints. My favorite go to is their shrimp and broccoli alfredo dinner. You can tell the sauce is handmade and fresh. Garlic bread and salad is always fresh as well. I highly recommend.
The California cheese steak was delicious!!! BUT! The fries are fried in a very inferior oil which gave them a horrible taste. The ketchup was very inferior! VERY BAD!! So I will DEFINITELY be back for the cheesesteak The place is quiet. Nothing to wow you about the atmosphere. It was clean and bathroom also. The service was nice . Didn't have any problems.
Absolutely Beautiful local food experience. I been in Lykens Valley for 5 years and it's the first time I ate here. I am a professional chef and would highly recommend this establishment. Service was fast. Food is yummy . Staff is friendly . I would rate it transgender friendly!
My favorite place in the area to eat. Best subs around! The bread is fresh and delicious. Pizza is great. Traditional Italian dishes are very good as well. The owner and employees are great people, always very courteous. Once I lost my debit card and didn't realize it until I got there to pick up the food. The owner let me take the food anyway, with just a promise to pay as soon as I could, which I did when I found my card later that day. I don't know anywhere else that would just let someone walk out with food they hadn't paid for on the honor system... but they did and it spoke volumes to me.
I love Ciaos. The only reason that I'm giving their service 4 stars instead of 5 is that because recently there's someone there I've never really seen before who always kinda has an attitude on the phone and because they've been getting our order wrong lately. Their food is always really good and most of the staff there is SO friendly and kind.
Everything we have tried here has been great. Some things have been chicken bacon ranch sub, pizza, and Stromboli. Pick up was a quick process but we were unaware they had a drive through and a bit confused at first however now that we know it's super convinient! Staff was super friendly.