Danny's Pizza – Italian
Step into a nostalgic neighborhood haunt where the comforting aroma of toasted pizza bread and golden-fried delights creates an atmosphere of pure indulgence. This local gem brings together a symphony of textures, from the sharp snap of breaded pickles to the molten centers of cheddar-filled poppers, offering a playful array of shareable baskets that turn every meal into a casual celebration of comfort food.
Douglas Avenue +18477425400 http://www.dannyspizzaelgin.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Danny's Pizza
Dairy-Free at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Mushrooms and Curly Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gluten Free Pizza - Medium and Perch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mary's Homemade Brownie, Garlic Bread and Pizza Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone and Chicken Breast Croissant Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Perch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Mushrooms and Curly Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Danny's Pizza
Danny's Pizza in Greater London has 27 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mary's Homemade Brownie, Garlic Bread and Pizza Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Danny's Pizza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Danny's Philly | 38.4 g | 53.6 g |
| Chicken Breast Croissant Sandwich | 21.8 g | 51.7 g |
| Classic Appetizer Basket | 57.5 g | 36.5 g |
| Italian Beef | 73.5 g | 34.7 g |
| Cheese Appetizer Basket | 45.2 g | 25.2 g |
| Sandy's Homemade Lasagna | 26.8 g | 23.6 g |
| Chicken Parmesan Sandwich | 37.4 g | 22.8 g |
| Veggie Appetizer Basket | 17.1 g | 21.9 g |
| Danny's Cannoli | 65.9 g | 17.7 g |
| Calzone | 4.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Fried Shrimp | 14.6 g | 10.4 g |
| Soda 2 Liter | 0 g | 9.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere and well-prepared cuisine, guests frequently highlight the delicious soup as a standout dish. Diners rave about the efficient and attentive service that makes the venue a perfect choice for special occasions. Reviewers consistently praise the appetizing flavors and warm ambiance, noting that the overall experience invites a return visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Pizza Bread - $7.99: Fresh baked Gonella French bread with pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Cheese Poppers - $8.99: Jalapeno pepper halves with cheddar cheese and potato breading, served with sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Hot Chile Poppers - $8.99: Green Jalapeno halves stuffed with cream cheese in spicy breading, served with ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Appetizer Basket - $12.99: 7 fried mushrooms, 8 cheese cubes, 5 onion rings, 3 mozzarella sticks, 7 corn nuggets Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Appetizer Basket - $12.99: Fried Mushrooms, Fried Zucchini, Battered Corn Nuggets, and Fried Pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Appetizer Basket - $12.99: Mozzarella Sticks, Cheese Cubes, Red Hot Chili Poppers, and Cheddar Cheese Poppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Cubes - $8.99: Golden Cheddar Cheese in light batter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Zucchini Slices - $8.99: Oval zucchini slices with seasoned bread crumbs, served with ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $8.99: Pickle slices in Italian-seasoned breading, served with ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dough Nuggets - $10.99: Fried pizza dough tossed in Garlic Romano mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $8.99: Wisconsin mozzarella sticks in Italian-seasoned breading Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Battered Onion Rings - $8.99: Thick onion slices double-dipped in premium batter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Battered Sweet Corn Nuggets - $8.99: Sweet Grade A corn with sweet filling Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mushrooms - $8.99: Whole button mushrooms with seasoned bread crumbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Thin Crust Pizza - Medium - $15.49: Traditional Chicago-style thin crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten Free Pizza - Medium - $16.99: Gluten-free crust option Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Pizza - Medium 10" - $17.99: Thick pan-style crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Pizza - Medium 10" - $18.99: Deep dish stuffed with cheese and toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calzone - $10.99: 10" pizza folded and deep-fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Specialties
- BBQ Baby Back Ribs - Full Slab - $25.99: Slow cooked in vegetable broth and spices, finished with spicy BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Rib Combo - $20.99: Two pieces of fried chicken and five ribs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken - $12.99: Four pieces dipped in egg wash and seasoned breading Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Perch - $12.99: Three pieces of fried perch with homemade tartar sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp - $15.99: Six large tails fried golden brown with cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Sandy's Homemade Lasagna - $13.99: Ricotta and Romano cheeses, meat sauce, and mozzarella Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti - $10.99: Served with traditional home-style meat sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Mostaccioli - $13.99: Tube pasta with meat sauce and baked mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat or Cheese Ravioli - $12.99: Choice of meat or cheese filling with traditional sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Italian Beef - $10.99: Lean roast beef served au jus on Gonella French bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast Croissant Sandwich - $10.99: Fried chicken breast, lettuce, mayo, mozzarella, and tomato on a croissant Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Sandwich - $9.99: Fried chicken breast, Romano and mozzarella cheese, meat sauce on French bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Danny's Philly - $9.99: Roast beef, cheddar, peppers, onions, and garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $3.99: Classic golden fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curly Fries - $4.99: Seasoned curly fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $4.99: Gonella French bread with garlic and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Danny's Cannoli - $7.99: Sweet Ricotta cheese, chocolate chips, and vanilla bean ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mary's Homemade Brownie - $7.99: Rich chocolate brownie with vanilla bean ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cheesecake - $7.99: Classic creamy cheesecake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Soda 1 Liter - $1.99: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, or Mountain Dew Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Soda 2 Liter - $2.99: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, or Mountain Dew Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Danny's Pizza
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Danny's Pizza has a website at http://www.dannyspizzaelgin.com, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers a casual, nostalgic atmosphere featuring shareable appetizer baskets and cozy neighborhood dining.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly Italian restaurant is suitable for families, offering shareable appetizer baskets, a cozy atmosphere, and diverse dietary options.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan fries, vegetarian zucchini slices, and high-protein options like BBQ ribs and shrimp.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any main concerns, instead highlighting the delicious soup, efficient service, and warm, cozy atmosphere.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include pizza bread, cheddar cheese poppers, breaded zucchini slices, fried pickles, and the frequently praised delicious soup.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the cozy atmosphere, efficient service, and appetizing flavors, specifically highlighting the delicious soup as a standout dish.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a diverse selection of Italian comfort food, including various pizzas, pastas, ribs, and numerous shareable appetizer baskets.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Italian restaurant stands out with a 4.0/5 rating, celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, attentive service, and standout soup.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.0/5 rating, guests recommend this cozy venue for special occasions due to its warm ambiance and attentive service.
- Is Danny's Pizza dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Danny's Pizza has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Fried Mushrooms and Curly Fries.
- What can I eat at Danny's Pizza on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fries, Fried Mushrooms and Curly Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Danny's Pizza have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Fried Mushrooms.
- Is Danny's Pizza gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Danny's Pizza?
- Danny's Philly, at roughly 53.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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