John's Restaurant & Pizzeria

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2914 11th St
Rockford, IL 61109
+1 (815) 398-4044
http://www.johnspizzarockford.com

John's Pizza Restaurant and Pizzeria is a family-owned establishment in Rockford, IL, proudly serving the community for over 50 years. Founded by John and Maria Frisella, who immigrated from Sicily in 1969, the restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, fresh seafood, steaks, and more, all crafted with a passion for cooking.

With approximately 90 percent of its clientele being long-time regulars, the restaurant has cultivated a family-like atmosphere, as noted by owner John Frisella. Committed to quality and tradition, John's Pizza connects with its patrons through love for Sicilian cuisine and a welcoming dining experience.

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4.0113 reviews
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Shayn L.
3/28/2025

John's is still one of the best restaurants and hidden gems in Rockford. Nice big clean restaurant with friendly staff. I feel like this is one of very few places left that is a true Rockford...

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Gina B.
9/11/2025

got there at six at 6 PM and at 7:30 we still have no food. Do not eat here. Weight staff and service people are rude.

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Steve C.
6/24/2025

I had the veal Parmesan. It was OK. Definitely a frozen ground breaded patty out of the freezer. The pasta, rigatoni, was overcooked, and the sauce was homemade and not bad. My wife had the cheese...

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Jerry H.
4/8/2025

Hell Yeah! John's extra thin crust, cooked well done, pepperoni on top of the cheese, Italian sausage, and cut in squares absolutely what I'm in jonesing for all these months! I've always liked...

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Steve A.
10/7/2023

Classic long time Italian restaurant in Rockford just off Route 20 in a kind of crappy area. It certainly is better than it looks. John's specializes in pasta, pizza, and steak. Has a bit of...

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