720 US-71, Sioux Rapids IA 50585
“Was ordering for a school fundraiser and called at about 4:20pm, Aug 24. I needed 9 large pizzas by about 5:30 ish. I walked in and they had them all ready for me and even gave me a promo price. Two girls were there working — didn’t catch their names, but they were very kind and sweet.”
5292 US-71, Storm Lake IA 50588
“Called on 3/24 to order a Pizza. When I arrived to pick it up there was a line to the door at the cash register. They were obviously having a very busy evening! My pizza wasn't quite done, but it gave me time to gas up my car. My pizza was done a short time later and I was on my way with a hot, fresh pizza. Staff was busy, but friendly, and made sure that my order was correct. Glad we have this close by! Living rural its nice to be able to make it home with the pizza piping hot!”
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