Papa Frank`s Italian Restaurant in Winooski

The pizzas were thick with cheese with little topping. Not what I remembered from previous orders. Like a rock!

This is a hidden gem just off the Winooski Circle. Perfect spot for perfectly priced Italian comfort food. The portions are massive and the wine selection, although limited, is a perfect accompaniment. The food here is not all homemade, but comforting and filling. The service makes this place stand out!! On our last visit we were taken care of by a very accommodating server. She helped us pick out menu items to share, got us a bigger table and knew exactly when to stop by the table. So happy to have found my new go to Italian comfort food spot.

Nice local pizza and pasta joint. The place has such a cozy feel to it and very local. Food is ok and I've been here several times but I've also had better. That being said, it's incredibly popular and they used to have daily specials with some really good cheap deals. Not sure if they still have that or not but I used to walk by and see their sign quite a lot.

Fantastic food, very reasonable prices. It's a Winooski institution and I hope it stays here forever!

I’m not paid for this review it’s just out of pure honesty. I grew up in Jersey and decided to go away for college (Champlain College) in the most exact opposite location. It was not until my senior year of college where I found out about this place. Once finding out about this place and walking in there with my best friends Chelsea and Danny it took me right back home to Jersey. The ambience of papa franks is pure Italian comfort. You can relate to this place if you have watched the show blue bloods where they sit for family dinner. Papa franks is like having dinner with your family. I always asked for the table in the corner and that became our table. The only meal I ever ordered there was Linguine with White clam sauce and a coke. It has been a long time since I have been here, but if you want authentic Italian food with family atmosphere Papa Franks tugs on your heart strings.

My boyfriend and I both agree this is the BEST pizza in Vermont. We're from NJ originally, and are harsh critics of pizza. I'd say this rivals even the pizza joints from back home. We've never had any issues and order very frequently. The staff are always courteous and it has a nice close knit family vibe. If you're looking for a place to put money into to support during these rough times, I HIGHLY suggest Papa Franks.

Great little Italian place with excellent food. Consistently friendly staff. Covid response is social distancing and masks.