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Sbarro

Sbarro

72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert, 92260, United States Of America

Cafe • Food • Pizza • Cheese


"I visited the restaurant with my family today, November 7, 2021, at 5:30 PM. Two young male employees—one with long, girl-like hair and the other tall and chubby with jerry curls—told us that the kitchen was closed and they could no longer make a large pizza. They were quite rude about it, and I was on the brink of confronting them! I asked for the manager, but they said he wasn’t there, though they mentioned his name was Pablo if I wanted to return another day to speak with him. If it's the Pablo I suspect, then he’s likely the reason these employees behave this way, as they seem to take their cues from him. The employee with the long hair said he wouldn't make a whole pizza because he was "done for the day" and ready to go home, yet he continued to assist customers for another 20 minutes, which seemed illogical. Their online website claims they’re open until 7 PM, so why wouldn’t they accommodate pizza orders? Instead, I ended up spending my money at Little Caesars on the way home, along with some stuffed cheesy bread from Domino’s, totaling about $30 that I had originally planned to spend at Sbarro. After experiencing this and reading other negative reviews, I’m seriously considering contacting the Better Business Bureau and the local news to raise awareness about this establishment. I saw another young woman after my experience ask for a large pizza, only to be turned away as well, and she ended up going to Charley’s Philly Steaks next door instead!"

Sbarro

Sbarro

200 East Via Rancho Parkway, Escondido, 92025, United States Of America

Pizza • Cheese • Italian • American


"I don't think I've ever met anyone who says they have a craving for Sbarro, yet whenever I walk past it in the food court, I can't help but take a second look. Reminded of my chunky uncle who always grabbed a slice at the mall, I decided to give Sbarro a try and was pleasantly surprised. The pizzas are reheated in the oven when you order, and they warm up precooked noodles for the spaghetti. The prices are a bit steep for what you get, but the service is friendly and quick. **Stuffed Broccoli and Spinach Pizza:** 4/5 I often spot this pizza but rarely see anyone ordering it. Oddly enough, it’s not even listed on Sbarro's website. This pizza is stuffed with cheese, likely mozzarella and ricotta, along with spinach and tender broccoli. Its flavor is quite mild, with the broccoli being the dominant taste. The top crust has a lovely, almost crispy texture, and since the pizza is mild, you can truly appreciate the crunch of sesame seeds. I really enjoyed this one and would order it again if I had a craving for Sbarro. **Spaghetti and Meatballs:** 2.5/5 The noodles were very soft, but not overly mushy. I prefer softer pasta, so I found the texture acceptable, but I can see others finding it unappealing. The meatballs, on the other hand, were quite good—meaty and moist with a tender texture, though flavor-wise, they fall short compared to places like Olive Garden. Because the noodles are warmed in a water bath before serving, there was a soupy mess at the bottom of the bowl. The sauce leans towards the acidic side and has a texture similar to canned crushed tomatoes. While it's not a memorable flavor, it's surprisingly not diluted despite the extra pasta water. **Potatoes:** 2.5/5 This is another item not mentioned on Sbarro’s website, yet it always catches my eye at the steam table. They look like they would be flavorful, but they taste just like plain boiled potatoes. If you’re in the mood for potatoes, these will satisfy that craving, but I still question why they offer potatoes as a side. **Breadstick:** 3/5 This came with my combo meal, and it was decent. A tad dry, but packed with the savory seasonings you'd expect from an Italian American restaurant."