PAGANO'S PIZZERIA

PAGANO'S PIZZERIA sits comfortably in A territory, 91/100 at its last health check on February 25, 2026.

It pulls 4.5 stars across 1,723 reviews and ranks safer than 55% of Volusia County restaurants we grade. Look for italian in South Daytona. Menus here flag options for vegan and vegetarian diners.

Get directions Call (386) 767-3635

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (91/100)
Violations
2 total — 1 high-priority, 1 basic
Address
1945 S. RIDGEWOOD AVE., South Daytona, FL
Cuisine
Italian
Categories
Restaurant, Italian restaurant, Pizza delivery, Pizza restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.5 stars (1723 reviews)
Neighborhood
Town Of Blake
Seats
65
Phone
(386) 767-3635
Website
Official website
Photo of PAGANO'S PIZZERIA
Photo: Pagano's Pizzeria

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.5 Community-sourced rating 1,723 reviews
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What diners say — our read

If these 21 reviews agree on a topic, it is front-of-house. Reviewers who mention the staff rate this place 5.0 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 20 of 21. What nobody raises here is serving size — it goes unmentioned across all 21 reviews. 20 of 21 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 1 are two or lower.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (91/100) with 1 high-priority and 1 basic violations. That result dates from February 25, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. That puts it ahead of 55% of graded kitchens in Volusia County. What the inspector actually wrote up: nonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.

Our own analysis of 21 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 26, 2026

    First time ever trying and probably will not try again. Waited 1 hour for 3 items. A sandwich, pasta, and a pinwheel. Zero communication about handing my item out to someone else while waiting. Im very understanding when giving the information, very disappointed when ignored. Do better.

  • June 24, 2026

    Excellent Pizza! & friendly staff!!

  • June 23, 2026

    Dinner was Awesome, very Authentic American Italian Cuisine.

  • June 23, 2026

    I have always been a fan of Pagano’s Pizza .I live in Jacksonville now but when I’m in town we come here. Food is GREAT. Cindy is AMAZING!

  • June 23, 2026

    The stromboli and chicken parmigiana was out this world !! Not mention the cheesecake , wow . Cyndy, our server. She's very professional and feel like one of the family. We really definitely are becoming back here again.

  • June 20, 2026

    The first time we went, we ended up there by accident. It was absolutely wonderful. Been back several times since.. would recommend you won’t be disappointed.

  • June 20, 2026

    The best NJ Plum Pizza! Cyndy was Great!! Whenever near South Daytona I stop in.

  • June 20, 2026

    The pizza and chicken was great

  • June 20, 2026

    I love the Family atmosphere. The food was great and service was like being home

  • June 20, 2026

    Service was amazing! Food was even better!

  • June 19, 2026

    We highly recommend Pagano's! The best Italian food you will find in Daytona Beach and beyond! The interior was decorated nicely with so much to look at. Our server was very nice and attentive. The pizza is perfect! The baked ziti and meatballs was so good, perfectly seasoned meatballs and sauce! Wow that pizza smash burger was great too! Make sure you always stop at Pagano's when you are in Daytona Beach!

  • June 13, 2026

    Delicious 😋

  • June 13, 2026

    This is our go-to place for pinwheels. They are delicious and we can't resist every time we come into the area. Pagano's sauce is amazing! We have also gotten the pizza dough and sauce to take home and make our own pizza. We love the New Jersey theme and friendly staff. Every item we have tried we have enjoyed, but the pinwheels are our favorites!

  • June 7, 2026

    This place was so good! I found it on a whim, and it looked awesome. It’s a cute little place, and almost empty on a Saturday night. The server, Lara, was awesome, taking care of me and my family, answering our questions, and making us feel comfortable. She brought our food quickly, and it was so good. The sauce tastes homemade, the pizza was thin and everything was honestly good!

  • June 5, 2026

    Love the pinwheels!!!! Everything is tasty. People are very nice and polite!!! I come here every friday!!!

  • May 30, 2026

    Valerie was a great server. Food was fantastic and the atmosphere was super cute. Good music too, just the right volume so you could enjoy the music but still have a conversation. I had a cauliflower crust pepperoni pizza and my family had 1/2 spinach and onions, 1/2 sausage.

  • May 29, 2026

    pizza place with "soul" ... excellent home coffee

  • May 27, 2026

    Always a great experience with wonderful food and outstanding service. Give it a try. You will not be disappointed.

  • May 23, 2026

    Delicious food great service

  • May 21, 2026

    Good good

  • May 18, 2026

    My family loves this pizza ! Service is always wonderful!

Overall Score

67 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 7/20
    2 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.5★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 8 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 25, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
  2. February 23, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    7 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×3)
    • 09 — Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used (×3)
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  3. October 7, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    4 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 25, 2026