Tammy, Duluth, MN

My brother and sister live in Florida and miss Sammy's Pizza so much that I bought frozen pizzas and sent them in dry ice to them for Christmas. The mailing charges were 3 times the price of the pizzas--but they were so happy to have Sammy's pizza--they expect it every year now!!

posted 1/18/12

 

Bill, Guelph, ON

I used to visit Duluth as a child with my great aunt. We stayed at the Curtis House. I continued to visit Duluth through the 60's & early 70's. Sammy's was always on our list of places to eat. Nice to see Sammy's is still serving.

posted 12/27/11

 

James, Bloomington, MN

In the late 1950's early 1960's, Sammy's in Eau Claire was the place to go for teenagers. Many fond memorys of Sammy's pizza.

posted 12/7/11

Elana, Duluth, MN

I have never had a better pizza than Sammy's. There is just something about their amazing sauce, cheese, and dough combo that tantalizes my taste-buds. Anthony Summers is a truly talented pizza maker who has perfected the art like none before him, and Samuel Hise delivers pizzas faster and with more swag than any other delivery boy since the birth of Italy itself. The only thing that would make the Sammy's experience more enjoyable is if they hired Brandon Kongsjord as a pizza maker.

posted 11/22/11

 

Henry, Hibbing, MN

Sammy's (in Duluth) provided Pizza for the Duluth Central High School's 45th Reunion (Class of '66'). I have to say that it was great!!

posted 11/10/11

 

Dianne, Delano, MN

I have loved Sammy's Pizza since I was in high school in the late 50's early 60's. It is THE BEST!!!!!

posted 11/08/11

Diana, San Diego, CA

I remember Sammy's Pizza Palace downtown in Eau Claire, WI. Every Friday Night my friends and I went there after the dance at Ferners’ dance hall (i believe that’s how it was spelled). We enjoyed ourselves there, that was the place to be on Friday nights where teenagers felt special and ate great pizza. I had decided to look and see if you all were still around. I have great memories there. I was born and raised in Eau Claire. I lived on Forest St. I am 59 yrs. young and glad you all are still going strong. Thanks 4 the memories

posted 9/24/11

 

Jeff, Ft Madison, IA

I just got back to my motel here in Winona after eating at Sammy's. I fancy myself as somewhat of a pizza expert.haha I want to say thank you first for the great service we received. Jeannie who served us and Lee who helped Jennie create the masterpieces that were our pizzas!I travel all over the country and eating is a pastime of sorts. Jeannie and Lee both promised us great pizza and they weren't wrong! Sammy's has to be the best pizza I have eaten and while I am working near a Sammy's you can bet I'll be a return customer. The service at the Winona Sammy's was great. I want to say a big thank you to Jeannie and Lee and I will see you a few more times before I leave town.To whoever reads this....try it and I promise you that you will be a Sammy's fan forever..I am! Thanks again!

posted 9/19/11

 

Taylor, Hibbing, MN

My friend, Mikelle, and I started a tradition where we go to Sammy's, our favorite restaurant in the world, and catch up with each other. We make our best memories there, and our usual order is an appetizer of hot wings (no bleu cheese or ranch) and a medium pizza, half cheese, half pepperoni. We sit in the same booth, Louisa's dress shop and we have the best time. If Sammy's didn't exist, we don't know what we'd do. Thank you, Sammy's Pizza!

posted 9/14/11

 

Diane and Rich, Winona, MN

When my husband and I were dating we always went to Sammys for pizza.We go there for many birthdays and other occasions. We love Sammys!!!!

posted 9/9/11

 

Julia, Minot, ND

My Grandpa Bud Visina was friends with the original Sammy! He was asked to be an investor in the business. His reply was that it would never catch on and make money! Still to this day all Visinas in MN & ND LOVE Sammy's!

posted 9/6/11

 

Melissa, Lenexa, KS

About 20 years ago, I met my husband, Dean, who is from Duluth. The first time he brought me home to meet the family, we had Sammy's Pizza. Fell in love immediately - with the husband and Sammy's! Now we can't come to Duluth with out having a pizza pie or two! We were so excited to find out we could now bring it back with us frozen!! Our freezer is full of Sammy's and we save it for us... any of the kids' friends come over... we serve them that ole grocery store stuff!

posted 9/6/11

 

Ralph, Duluth, MN

I first learned about pizza and Sammy's Downtown as a young boy in Duluth in 1955. I left the area in 1966 for a career in southern Minnesota. However, in 1986 my wife and I acquired a lake cabin near Cumberland, Wisconsin, where we rediscovered another Sammy's Pizza Restaurant for our enjoyment over the next 20 years. We are now retired and live in Duluth and enjoy Sammy's in West Duluth.

posted 8/21/11

Dennis, Livingston, TX

I had my first Sammy's during high school in 1957 and never tasted anything so GOOD! We made it a ritual to go after the Friday night athletic activities. After moving to St. Paul in 1960, I used to drive home on weekends to have my Sammy's "fix".

In 1963, I moved to Colorado and had them Air Shipped overnight and also the same when I moved to San Diego. I have been back to Duluth over 65 times and most of the reason was to visit and of course have my Sammy's Pep and Kosher salami.

posted 8/17/11

 

Mark & Michelle, Mt. Pleasant, TX

My wife and I were married just a few days before I left for basic training. We are from Texas and had no idea where Minot was. We were there from 1989-1992. We soon found we loved the people. We have been closely watching the news and our thoughts and prayers are with all the wonderful people in Minot. We would often stop and eat a Taco pizza at Sammy's and found a wonderful little shop down the street (Home Sweet Home). We have been gone almost 20 years now, however, we still talk often about Minot.

posted 7/2/11

 

Tara, Hugo, MN

I grew up eating Sammy's Pizza in Hibbing, and now living in the Twin Cities, we get to share the tradition with our kids at the Coon Rapids location!

posted 6/29/11

 

George, Lakewood, CO

I was stationed at Minot AFB in May of 1963. Sammy's Pizza was a regular destination for my fellow Airmen and me. The recent June 2011 flooding brought Minot back to the forefront of my thoughts...I am hoping that Sammy's, as well as the rest of Minot, survives this ordeal with as little damage as possible. Back in the day...I remember I could eat a whole pizza by myself...now, I'm down to a couple slices only! Good luck!

posted 6/23/11

 

Jenna, Keewatin, MN

Sammy's is a tradition in my family. Both my Grandma, and my Aunt worked at Sammy's. And when my family raced on Saturday nights, we would go there every night after the races for pizza. To this day we are there at least 2-3 times a week!

posted 6/7/11

 

Anne, Spring Lake Park, MN

My friend, Denise, and I have a Saturday tradition of an early movie then lunch at Sammy’s, where we can sit and talk. We never feel rushed to get out. The wait staff is fantastic. We love exchanging movie revues with Jessica, our waitress. She knows us so well that we don't even have to order drinks. She knows what we like!! That personal touch is so appreciated and is very rare to come by in this rush-rush society. The food is awesome, especially the buffet, which is always fresh and hot. Keep up the good work. We'll see you on Saturday at the Coon Rapids location!!

posted 6/7/11

 

Mary, Springfield, MO

I have been away from Minnesota for a lot of years and out of anything, I miss Sammy’s Pizza. My sister is coming to visit in May, and I am having her bring me a pizza from Sammy’s.

posted 4/21/11

 

Pete, Ingleside, IL

My parents we're born in Duluth in the 1940's, they both had Sammy's pizza from West Duluth and Lakeside. We grew up with Sammy's, and loved it. My wife, a Duluth native, can not go through Duluth without having a Sammy’s pizza. In fact, I make a trip every six months to secure a dozen frozen pizzas from West Superior Street.

posted 4/10/11

 

Jan, Proctor, MN

I worked at Sammy's in West Duluth when I was in high school and college. My husband was on a bowling league with 3 friends, who came in every Wednesday night after their league. The first night I saw him I told my co-worker "that is the man I will marry." Over the next few months we got to know each other and he asked me out. That was February 22, 1968 and we were married April 4, 1970. Next month we will celebrate our 41st wedding anniversary and we still celebrate every year by going to Sammy's Pizza in West Duluth for our favorite pizza and reminisce. I'm glad Sammy's is still here and the pizzas are just as good as they have always been. Thanks!

posted 3/18/11

 

Ursula, Anoka, MN

A friend of mine and I had lunch at your restaurant in Coon Rapids last Thursday 02/17/11. We ordered a medium pizza with the topping of our choice. We chose 7 toppings. The pizza was out of this world. The crust was just as I remember eating in Italy. Each topping was distinct. The fresh mushrooms really added to the overall taste. Your sausage must be home made, again very good. I think I found myself a place to enjoy my pizzas in the future. Service was excellent. All in all, very good food and good service.

posted 2/19/11

Tony, Wrenshall, MN

I travel all over the country, but can’t wait to get back home to go to Sammy’s. A couple weeks ago, we were in Cloquet on a Friday (the best day because of the cheesy cauliflower soup). I was so excited to get in I forgot to set the parking brake on my truck. Halfway through my first plate, I looked out and my truck had rolled halfway down the parking lot blocking the entrance. Mike even knows my favorite pizza, The Crew Special and makes sure he gets one up on the buffet for me. I can’t wait to get home from this trip so we can come in and have some of the best pizza in the country.

posted 2/17/11

Bill, Henderson, NY

Back in the middle 70's Sammy's was a regular stop for our family and friends...I was curious if the same Italian brothers still own it...my kids today, who haven't been there for 35 years still say, nothing compares to good old Sammy's. It was our favorite place to eat for about 6 years.

posted 2/14/11

 

Cassey, Winona, MN

Well, I just recently moved to Winona and had been introduced to Sammy's Pizza. I was told it was the best pizza in town so I had to find out for myself! My first experience was delivered to my front door and I was greeted by a handsome man. He was very polite and it was delivered right at the time I was promised. Thank you to the Winona staff for my wonderful pizza and experience!

posted 1/30/11

Todd, Andover, MN

I grew up in the 60's and 70's being weaned on Sammy's Pizza. When I left Superior in 1983 I could never find a pizza that could touch Sammy's! Every time I went home to visit family, going to Sammy's was always on the to-do list. The thin crust pepperoni and sausage is music to my mouth.

When I learned they had opened a location in Coon Rapids, it made my year. We visit often and the experience is always awesome! We've converted many people we know to Sammy's and they all agree, "Sammy's is simply the best!"

posted 1/1/11

Jeff, Eau Claire, WI

My mother would take us to watch the staff throw the dough up in the air at Sammy’s across from the old VFW on Barstow ST. in 1958. Then my four brothers and I would hop off to the library. I have had pizza in Europe, Australia, and the west coast of America. Haven't tasted any pizza as good as this. Relatives from the Twin Cities always want to eat there when they visit us. For me, Sammy’s pizza pie till the day I die.

posted 12/31/10

 

Tommy, Duluth, MN

I have had Sammy’s Pizza my whole life. Living in lakeside, going to Sammy’s after all the bulldog games and getting a pizza on the way home. Talking to my mother over the years, she said I cut my baby teeth on Sammy’s pizza. Sammy’s is a family tradition for my kids as well. After all these years I don't even need to say what I want. I call Sammy’s and say ‘this is Tommy’ and they say ‘large pep double cheese.’ How many people can say that about a restaurant?

posted 12/24/10

 

Don, Andover, MN

I have been to the Sammy`s in Grand Rapids a million times. Every time a great one. My in-laws live there. They always ask what I want for Christmas, and I always say "A man cannot have too many Sammy`s coupons." I even have Sammy`s T-shirt from one Christmas. I have been to Sammy`s in Grand Rapids, Coon Rapids, Green Bay, Cloquet, Bismarck, and Hibbing. I had a goal to make every one of them. We even bought our cabin through Perrella`s realty in Hibbing. Thanks for a great restaurant.

posted 12/22/10

 

Frances, Duluth, MN

In l954 I attended St. Scholastica and was a friend of Jeanne D'Andrea. She was dating Sammy Perrella and we often went to Sammy's Pizza Parlor on 1st Street to enjoy the small square delights of pizza. We did this often and it is still one of the best memories of my life. Thanks for keeping up with a great tradition! Hello to Jeanne!

posted 12/22/10

 

Shirley, Duluth, MN

When my appendix ruptured and I had to spend five days in the hospital, I complained about the food constantly. I wanted to know how it lost the flavor from the cafeteria to my room. On the day of discharge, the nurse asked me what I was going to do when they release me and I said, "I'm going to go to Sammy's and get a pizza. Something with flavor." And that is exactly what my husband and I did. We picked up a pizza and went to Brighton Beach to eat it.

posted 12/22/10

 

Kathy, Minot, ND

Sammy's Pizza & Restaurant in Minot is the best tasting pizza hands down! They have the best sauce I've ever tasted for pasta and pizza. I like the music and atmosphere there and everyone is friendly. If I'm at the mall, I'll eat at the Sammy's in the food court.

posted 12/14/10

 

 

Karen, Duluth, MN

Like many families in the area, for a special treat we order Sammy's pizza. When my son was 6 years old he made me a mother's day card and this is what it said: "My mom loves me becas she gevs me hugs. She feds me Sames pizza. Sometimes she cleans the haws". His spelling has improved over the years! It still remains our family treat to get a pizza.

posted 11/22/10

 

David, Apple Valley, MN

My family had a get-together at Sammy's in Duluth on Friday. My 10-year old son Sam is autistic and was fascinated with the pizza makers. The wonderful team at Sammy's let my Sam cut the pizza and then gave him his own 'Sammy's' t-shirt. He was on cloud nine!! Thanks for providing a special night!!

posted 10/25/10

 

Tim, Duluth, MN

Many years ago, about 45 to be exact, a late friend of mine Dave, offered to "treat" me and another friend, Greg, to a pizza at the old West Duluth Sammy’s. It was our first experience of a Sammy’s pizza. Before that, we usually had to look thru the window because we didn't have a nickel between us. What a treat it was. The three of us raced to the end to see who would get the last piece. There were many races between the three of us. But what I remember most, is that when we left that first time, Dave reminded Greg and I that we OWED him a Sammy’s treat! Over the years that followed, I have never objected to that request.

posted 10/25/10

 

Michael, Winona, MN

I am a Pizza Lover! I eat it a lot. I consider Sammy's Pizza in Winona to have the best tasting pizza I have tasted. Every pizza I have had from my local Sammy's has been delicious. Memories of my father bringing home a Sammy's Pizza bring joy to me! What a great pizza 30 years ago and still so tasty today! P.S. My wife says they have the best buffalo wings she has ever eaten.

Thanks Sammy's Winona! We love you!

posted 10/23/10

 

Dawn, Winona, MN

We LOVE Sammy's!! We have it for birthdays, watching football and hockey - its great. Its sold at all our high school sporting events and everyone loves this pizza. The prices are great, we llive close by - what more can you ask for?

posted 10/19/10

 

Kathy, New Hope, MN

My husband grew up in Hibbing, Sammy's was the place to get great pizza. Now we live in the Twin Cities and he couldn't possibly be more thrilled to find out that the Perella's have opened restaurants in Coon Rapids and Brooklyn Park. Thanks for bring a part of his childhood closer to us!!

posted 10/16/10

 

Lynda, Brooklyn Center, MN

I grew up in Lakeside in Duluth in the 50's and Sammy's pizza was an awesome treat for my family! I remember the time my aunt and uncle were in town and the grown-ups ordered several different Sammy's pizzas. I'll never forget my first experience with a shrimp pizza. I snuck a couple of leftover pieces and was in heaven! I moved to the Cities in the 70's and Sammy's is still a part of every trip back to Duluth. My mom still clips coupons for us for when we come home. Now I live close to the Brooklyn Park Sammy's and couldn't be happier!

posted 8/31/10

 

Jackie, Coon Rapids, MN

I grew up in Duluth (East Hillside) and on Friday nights after a sporting event we went for pizza at Sammy's on First St. We moved to CR in 1974, so it wasn't easy to get good pizza like Sammy's. Then finally Sammy's came to us and we are just a mile away.. Hooray, pizza every week.

posted 8/20/10

 

Toby, Winona, MN

My story is that of a hungry college kid who's buddies work at Sammy's. I would order pizza from Sammy's so I could say hey to my friends when they were working and I started to get addicted to how good the pizza and chicken was. I often go to eat pizza, and buy 1919 root beer to bring home. I will always love Sammy's pie's!

posted 8/19/10

 

Dave and Melissa, Brooklyn Park, MN

On Aug. 20, 2009, my wife and I had our Grooms dinner at Sammy’s in Coon Rapids. We have since been back numerous times for great food & drink. Thank you Sammy's staff for such great service. Keep smiling all of you!!!!

posted 8/19/10

 

Ryan, Rochester, MN

My first experience with Sammy's Pizza came when I was a mere lad, about fifteen to twenty years ago. I remember the Italian atmosphere, the smiles, the smells, and the friendly wait staff. It will always hold a special place in my heart. After moving to Rochester for work, I began to long for the same atmosphere and great food that I experienced, and thought I would never experience it again...until I discovered that Sammy's has a location in Winona, a short 45 minute drive from Rochester. My heart (and stomach) are glad again, and the memories from my youth will carry on . I cannot wait to start my own Sammy's tradition with my family.

posted 8/14/10

 

Daryl, Proctor, MN

My brother Duane moved to Dallas, Texas 35 years ago. Every year he comes back for the Hoghead festival in Proctor. The very first thing he wants to do is go to Sammy’s in West Duluth for a house special. We are always happy to help because Sammy’s is also our favorite spot. This has been a family tradition for us for 35 years and counting. He will be here 8/15/10 and we are all looking forward to another delicious meal.

posted 8/9/10

 

Kari, Hibbing, MN

The most unforgettable moment in the Sammy's Pizza in Hibbing is when they had the fire in March 2008. My family frequently visits Sammy's Restaurant in Hibbing on Monday's for the dinner buffet. I didn't realize how much my family did enjoy the buffet and especially the creamy cabbage vegetable soup. My husband is on the volunteer fire department, so when my kids watched the fire engines fly by our house in 2008 to go and fight the fire at Sammy's Pizza, my kids were watching anxiously out the window. They soon started to cry and my oldest was particularly sad. She turned to me and with huge tears in her eyes she says, "Mom, I will never be able to have my favorite soup anymore." My daughter was 5 years old at the time and to this day still loves the creamy cabbage vegetable soup!!! So we are very thankful that the firefighters were able to save the building!!

posted 8/5/10

 

Roxanne, Duluth, MN

The night before we were to leave on vacation we ordered a pizza. We did not eat it all so in the morning I asked my husband what he wanted to do with the leftovers. He said "Take it with, I'll eat it in the car". Well we went on our merry way. And when we arrived at our destination, which was in Montana, he still hadn't eaten the pizza. Needless to say it was enjoyed by everyone around the campfire. "Have pizza will travel"

posted 8/1/10

 

Kenneth, Madison, WI

I was born and raised in Hibbing. I remember as a little boy hearing from my older sister about a "pizza pie" that her and her friends would eat. One Saturday evening my Mom and Dad went to a movie at the State Theater after which they went to Sammy’s for this new thing called a Pizza Pie. Thinking that it was a piece of pie like apple or Cherry they ordered two. Were they surprised to find out what a pizza pie was. Flash forward many years my wife and I retired to Madison, WI from Superior about three years ago. I make it up to Superior-Duluth about every six weeks to visit my son and family. On every trip at least one dinner has to be at Sammy’s in Downtown Duluth, West End Sammy’s or Sammy’s in Superior. Sammy’s is the BEST. In Madison there are many good pizza places but they don't measure up to Sammy’s.

posted 7/5/10

 

Bob, Folsom, CA

Well, four years ago I moved away from Minnesota to sunny California. I found the sun but lost the pizza of my dreams. I have been on a quest trying to find the pizza that matches up to a Sammy's pizza, but found that there is no equal to a Sammy's pie. I just wish that I could order them on line to be shipped to California. Thanks for the best pizza on earth.

posted 7/5/10

 

Sam, Two Harbors, MN

My Family ran the Tessier Waltman softball tournament for 35 years in honor of my great aunt. It was a one-weekend softball tournament held at wheeler fields. Every Sunday night of the tournament we would have a work party and go to Sammy's pizza in West Duluth. Sammy’s became such a tradition that even though we don’t do the tournament anymore, anytime we have a family event our first choice is ALWAYS Sammy's Pizza!

posted 6/29/10

 

Shar, Duluth, MN

I've been enjoying Sammy's in West Duluth since it opened 55 years ago. Our family celebrates all our occasions, even memorials there. We will now celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary July 2nd, and family will be in town, and of course, go to Sammy's. It’s a must!

posted 6/28/10

 

Greg, Duluth, MN

Sammy's has been with us for dinner, birthday parties, funerals, weddings, church socials, meetings, and more! It is just a part of growing up in Duluth. And man are we spoiled. There is no other pizza anywhere that consistently puts out the quality product that Sammy's does. We've traveled to many destinations and had good pizza - BUT IT JUST CAN'T COMPARE! I'm thankful to live less than a mile from MY SAMMY'S!!! The best part is the Woodland crew knows just how well done we like it. Thanks Sammy's!

posted 6/26/10

 

Gary, Blaine, MN

It’s been almost 10 years that we've been enjoying Sammy's Pizza at the Coon Rapids location and now at the Brooklyn Park restaurant & bar. These days there is a Pizza parlor on just about every street corner but Sammy's stands out FAR above the others. Not only is the food fabulous, but what a pleasure it is getting to know the management and servers on a first-name basis. Joey, Jeff, Louisa, Nick, Angie and all the others welcome the customers on a first name basis, you're not just another number walking through the door. I can honestly say going to Sammy's once or twice a week is the highlight of the week......being with friends and enjoying super great food in a fun and always clean place. If they handed out Grammy's for restaurants, Sammy's would be the perennial winner. BRAVO to the Perrella family, thanks for being there, LONG LIVE SAMMY's. I'm Gary A. Zenzen and I approved this message.

posted 6/23/10

 

Ruth, Duluth, MN

We first found Sammy's Pizza in Minot, ND in about 1959. We arrived there from Milwaukee, WI hot and tired. We were three under 4, my husband, Jim, and myself. Passed a pizza sign on our way to our new home and decided it wouild make a quick meal which everyone would eat without too much fussing. The sign we passed was, of course, Sammy's Pizza and we've eaten it ever since. Three of the children have moved on to other communities and states but when home the request is not for "mom's home cooking" but Sammy's Pizza!

posted 6/15/10

 

Sully, Duluth, MN

When my dad was having surgery, He was eating out of a tube, Then at 9:00 he could have solid food so the first solid food he ate after his surgery was Sammy's pizza!!

posted 6/15/10

 

Mary Ann, Winona, MN

We have been a customer of Sammy's in Winona since the begining when we didn't even know what pizza was. The House special with lots of raw onions on the side was just what the Doctor ordered. Our son now lives in Guam and when he comes home it's the first place he has to go before even coming in and unpacking his bags. Tim and Jeanie are a special couple and it's good therapy to go there and have lunch. Jeanie's dad, Nick, was a special man and always made you feel so welcome. That welcome has continued to this day. They show their customers that they appreciate the business. Life is good when you are there and it's a time to forget the happenings of the day and enjoy your meal.

posted 6/15/10

 

Sheri, Eden Prairie, MN

When I was a West Duluth kid (which was a long time ago!), Friday night Sammy's pizza was a big deal. Every Friday night my dad would call in the order and we couldn't wait until he got home with a delicious hot pepperoni and sausage pizza. To this day Sammy's is my favorite pizza (and now my husband's too)! We'll drive the distance for Sammy's!

posted 5/31/10

 

Fred, Duluth, MN

My first taste of pizza was from Sammy's West Duluth, and I was hooked for life. When I came home on leave from Viet Nam, the first stop on my list was Sammy's for pizza. Later, when I remained out of state, all visits home started with Sammy's. I have been back for many years now and whenever we have a family gathering we order Sammy's. It's not just a personal tradition with me, but a family tradition. I have had pizza all over the world, and all over the country, but nobody makes my pizza like Sammy's. Now days, if I head East to visit my girlfriend's family, we go so far as to stop for Sammy's first so I can start my trip out right. At 63 I'm still a Sammy's addict, although diet restrictions keep me from eating as much of it as I want to. But what do doctors know. Sammy's Pizza has all the food groups, meat, cheese, tomato sauce, etc. How can it be bad for you?

posted 5/25/10

 

Jayme, Early, TX

My husband's family is from Minnesota and every time his mother goes to Minnesota to visit she brings back ice chests full of Sammy's Pizza. The first time I had it, I fell in love with it. My first visit to Minnesota will be in June for his grandmother's 80th birthday and I cannot wait to go to Sammy's in person. I've heard it is even way better in person.

posted 5/28/10

 

Darlene, Brooklyn Park, MN

Love your Pizza. I haven't had one I don't like.

posted 5/15/10

 

Cheryl, Coon Rapids, MN

We made it a summer vacation tradition to go to Duluth and take the pizza train. We would board the train downdown duluth, it would stop at Sammy's and pick up hot pizza for all the people on the train. Our son now goes to UMD and Sammy's is his favorite pizza.

posted 5/14/10

 

Paul, Mt. Iron, MN

Since I was four, Sammy's Pizza has been my favourite pizza. No place comes close to the great service and awesome pizza. I'm also doing a report on Sammy's, and it is the most fun I;ve ever had doing work!

posted 5/10/10

 

Mary Ann, Scanlon, MN

Family tradition. When I was going with my husband he took me to Sammy's west Duluth for my first every pizza. My family didn't go out to eat or to Duluth. We didn't have a Cloquet Sammy’s at the time. We later got our parents to like pizza and go with us. When the kids started to arrive we would call (long distances at the time) to order pizza to go, get the kids in the station wagon with pop and drive to pick up the pizza. We would then eat it on the way home. The kids always enjoyed that. When our oldest daughter moved to the east coast she looked forward to coming home for Sammy’s. When they moved to the cities she would come home with a cooler and ice to pick up frozen pizzas to take home. The grandkids have always enjoyed going with us to get the pizza the same way our kids did or to go to eat at the West Duluth Sammy’s. When we go there we tell the waitress to let Pam know that "the little old lady from Cloquet was there". We have grandkids from 28 to 3 years. When we take the 4 and 3 year old to Cloquet Sammy’s they tease us about having the kids. When we go with out them we are told me missed them by 6 hours as that is where they like to eat lunch or they said "What no kids?" We now have twin great grandsons that are 1 year old so within the next year when they have more teeth we will be going to Sammy’s with them for the fifth generation of enjoying SAMMYS PIZZA. Keep up the good work and see you soon.

posted 4/22/10

 

Marc, Barnum, MN

For years we enjoyed delicious Sammy's Pizza delivered fresh to our home in Lakeside at least once a weekend evening.
Remington loved the pizza more than anything he'd ever tasted in his life. One evening I called in my usual order to be delivered, Sammy's Special-family sized. When the pizza guy arrived, I placed the pizza on the coffee table and proceeded to write the check to pay for the pizza. All of a sudden the pizza guy started pointing behind me mumbling excitedly. I turned around and there was Remington, our pizza lovin hound dog, eating the pizza-box and all- piping hot! We would always save him a few pieces once it was cool enough for him to eat. We'd put the empty box on the deck floor and Remington would hold it down with one paw while he licked it clean! He turned his nose up to frozen store bought pizza. Something about Sammy's, he loved it as much as the rest of the family!
Another evening, when Remington was home with a sitter, Sammy's Pizza guy was called upon to deliver another mouth watering pizza to our door. He went to the side door, unknown to the sitter, and told her to shut the kitchen door before she accepted the pizza, otherwise the pizza lovin hound would end up with her pizza! I'll bet that delivery guy still remembers Remington, the Pizza lovin Beagle from Lakeside.

posted 4/20/10

Angela, Duluth, MN

A few years ago when I was picking my 5 year old daughter up at preschool at around 11:30 or so, she told me she smelt pizza. I in return told her they are probably having pizza in the lunchroom. She then replied it smells like "Sammy's" I told her "well they aren't serving Sammy's in the lunchroom, and when we turned the corner of the hallway there was a man carrying boxes of Sammy's pizza. I laughed and laughed. She still can smell Sammy's pizza a mile away!!

posted 4/20/10

 

Jeannine, Grand Rapids, MN

We love Sammy's....it is the best!!!!! A few years ago, we went to Sammy's and ordered a large family sized pizza. We had one other person with us. When we ordered, we said "when that one comes out, make another one just like it." As we were finishing the first one, the waitress came out carrying a box. My husband said "What is that?????" She said "It's your other pizza....to go." "Oh, no," my husband said...."I'm going to eat that one right now too." We got a few strange looks, but enjoyed all that pizza.

posted 4/13/10

 

Doris, Duluth, MN

ALL MY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES ENJOY SAMMY.S LOCALLY. WHEN THE ONES WHO MOVED FROM DULUTH RETURN FOR VISITS ITS THE FIRST PLACE THEY HEAD TO. ALSO, FOR A HERMANTOWN CLASS REUNION WE ORDERED IT.

posted 4/13/10

 

Elizabeth, Duluth, MN

When I was a child growing up in Woodland in Duluth, Sammy's Pizza was a rare and very special treat. Sammy's Pizza in Woodland was housed inside a bowling alley, and the only part of the restaurant that I could ever see as a child was a rectangular shaped window high above my head. I would look up and see light and steam streaming through, and smell the most wonderful aromas escaping from the window. As I watched, as if by magic, the finished pizza would be passed through the enchanted window, and we would be that much closer to our pizza paradise. The pizzas were wrapped up like a present inside of paper pizza bags. They were stapled shut to contain the wonderful heat and flavor of the thin, crispy crust, the unique sauce and the melted cheese. I would ride home in the car with the pizza balanced in my lap, the heat of the cardboard bottom warming my cold legs as we drove. At last we would be home and my father would slide out the pizza from the bag, and place it in the place of honor centered on the kitchen table. The first bite... Ahhhh - pizza nirvana!

posted 4/13/10

 

Peter, Duluth, MN

My story is simple...I am a traveling salesman and once or twice a year travel to Florida or the east or west coast...I try to find the best pizza and never walk into a new Italian restaurant place without asking around where the best pizza or Italian food is...ever since going to SAMMY’S I get the greatest food and for the best prices...hey they even have the friendliest helpers....I'm sold on Sammy's...BY THE WAY I AM HALF ITALIAN AND THOSE MEATBALLS THEY HAVE MELT IN YOUR MOUTH...ALL I CAN SAY IS MOMMA MIA!!!!

posted 4/13/10

 

Bill, Fond du Lac, WI

In the 50s I serviced Sammy's car when he lived in Lakeside, Duluth. My big sister took me to Sammy's downtown Duluth in '53 for my 1st pizza. Went to high school in the 50s just up the street from Sammy's and we always hung out in the booths at Sammy's throughout high school. Moved from Duluth in the sixties but always bring home many frozen Sammy's when we get to MN. Sammy's is the best!! Last saw Sammy and his wife dining at the Eau Claire store not long before he died. He was a neat guy and made a pizza that will never be topped. Also patronized Sammy's in Lakeside and more recently in Brooklyn Park.
Thanks for the awesome-never-changing pizzas. My favorite is the House Special or sausage w/extra cheese.

posted 4/13/10

 

Deni, Duluth, MN

We live in Lakeside and regularly order take-out from the Sammy's on 47th and Superior St. YUM! About two years ago my mother-in-law was visiting from southern MN. She stopped at the Sammy's in Lakeside, bought some pies to bring to our home and we had a fabulous dinner. On her way out of town the next morning she realized her wallet was missing. She retraced her steps and found the wallet at Sammy's. Everything was intact except her money. Being greatful for her credit cards, drivers license etc. She went home. We were sorry for her cash loss so my husband called the manager, Jim. Jim was concerned and asked his employees about the returned wallet. They knew nothing of its disappearance or return but did notice some children hanging out that day around the store. Jim happened to know the children and their families. He called the parents and got my mother-in-law's money and returned it to her. WOW! We continue to order from Sammy's and when my mother-in-law comes to visit her first suggestion for dinner is "let's order pizza from Sammy's!"

To the Sammy's staff....this story is not to discredit the children and families involved. (Kids will be kids.) Yet, it is to give credit to local shop owners who care. Thanks, Deni

posted 4/6/10

 

Mary, Esko, MN

My family has been coming to Sammys since I was a little girl. I come from a family of 10 and I am the baby girl. Now most of my sisters and brothers have moved away but whenever one comes home to visit we always have to have Sammys at least once while they are here. If its a birthday we are there. Its like you are part of our family. Thank-you.

posted 3/30/10

 

Theresa, Superior, WI

I have been eatting Sammy’s pizzas for many years it is my favorite. When me and my mom make bets we always pick Sammy’s who ever wins. Win or lose we both always win when we have a Sammy’s pizza.

posted 3/29/10

 

Donna Lee, Duluth, MN

Sammy's on 1st St. was our go-to place on Fri. & Sat. nights after going out. Now when one of my husbands brothers has a birthday we meet at Sammy's in Woodland. One moved to TX so we have called him while we're there saying "Hi, we're at Sammy's wish you were here"

posted 3/25/10

 

Gene and Zona, Duluth, MN

In the early 1950's my husband lived in Chicago for a short time. He came back to Virginia, MN. and told his friends about the new food he had experienced called PIZZA. In 1955 when he heard of Sammy's Pizza opening in Hibbing, MN. he took his friends to Hibbing to try it. Everyone loved it.
We have been eating Sammy's Pizza ever since. There is just no better pizza anywhere. Whenever anyone wants pizza, we head to Sammy's!! I've said that the best thing about living where we do now is that it is only 5 minutes from Sammy's!!

posted 3/25/10

 

Al, Duluth, MN

My wife and I were dating in the early 60's. For our big date on Sunday night, we would get a Sammy's Beef and Onion pizza from Jim Sr. in and go next door on 45th Ave E in Lakeside to Bridgemans to get a glass quart of milk. We then took our dinner down to Lake Superior to enjoy the food and the view.

We will be married 45 years this June and are still enjoing Sammy's Pizzas. Thanks Sammys!

posted 3/24/10

 

Cheryl, Peoria, AZ

Born and raised in Duluth on Sammy's Pizzas, moved away but the cravings and desires live on and still strong.......would have them delivered if they could send to me here in az, anyways---each time mom andI went back to visit the first and only thing on our minds was a sammys.........my folks passed just a couple years ago but I can bet they have been by just to catch a whiff of our fav. pizza. We would do or go nowhere else once we hit town, gotta have sammys first then we could do our vacation---I have pics from the very last visit we shared there before she passed...................tellin ya all you need to travel to Phoenix, I am a cook and would love to work and live in the 1st az based sammys......what a legacy for me.......mom would truly be proud!!!!!!!!!!!Seriously we need Sammy's HERE IN AZ-Pizza hut is ok but not close to u!!!!!!!!!!!!!LOVE YAS!!!!

posted 3/24/10

 

Leroy, Proctor, MN

I ate my first of many Sammy'sa pizzas at the downtown Duluth location in the late 1950s. After joining the Air Force, I was stationed at Minot AFB ND and was delighted to see that Sammy's was located both in downtown Minot and a delivery on the base. I ate pizza and broasted chicken from one or the other just about every week. When I returned to the Duluth area after 3 tours in SE Asia during the Vietnam War, I started eating Sammy's again and haven't stopped.

posted 3/23/10

 

Sue, Anoka, MN

Growing up on the Iron Range during the 50s and 60s was a great time, even if most of us had very little money in our families. It was always a special treat when Dad would drive into Hibbing from Keewatin to get a take out pizza from Sammy's. Now when I visist the Range for my great niece or nephew's birthday party, we meet in the back room of Sammy's, still a special treat!

posted 3/23/10

 

David, Duluth, MN

In 2003 We moved to Duluth from Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Canada. We rented for the first 11 months and finally were able to build a new home in the summer of 2004. When we moved in we received a welcome basket from the local community and in this basket was an offer for a free pizza at Sammys Pizza. We had heard from many friends that the Pizza to try was a Sammys Pizza. So Cheryl and I eventually went down to try out the free Pizza offer. We went to the small diner on Superior Street in Lakeside and sat down at one of the quaint little tables. We were greeted by a friendly waiter and gave him our "welcome to the community" coupon. The waiter brought us something to drink and told us to relax. When the pizza arrived we tried a small bite and decided that it was well worth the trip and thoroughly enjoyed the Pizza. Now the city we came from has a large Italian population who know how to make pizza. We had enjoyed many quality italian pizzas there. But Sammys pizza was the first thin crust pizza we had tried and we sure did enjoy it. Now when some one asks me where we should go to eat, one of the first places that comes to mind is Sammys Pizza. It is usually the west end Sammys that I take them to because of the delicious lunch buffet they offer there. Thanks for the experience and we look forward to enjoying more of your delicious Pizza.

posted 3/23/10

 

Darlene, Superior, WI

Growing up my family always had "pizza night" on Sundays. We would pick out what ingredients we wanted on our pizza and make our own. When they were done we would get out the T.V. trays and sit in front of the television watching Lawrence Welk eating our pizza. One evening my dad said let's try a pizza out tonight--that was very unusual as we lived out in the country on a farm and driving into town usually only happened one time a week when we had to go in and get groceries. We were all so excited!!! We got on our best "town" clothes and drove to Sammy's. What a treat it was to have pizza out and WOW how wonderful it tasted!!! We have been going there every Sunday since. My mother and father have recently both passed away but I cannot help myself to keep the family tradition going strong so every Sunday I pack up the kids and grandchildren and head to Sammy's for their great tasting pizza and we are still going strong every Sunday!!! Thank you Samy's for making such great pizza and giving our family a tradition to live by. :-)

posted 3/23/10

 

Cathy, Proctor, MN

My Sammy's Pizza story begins in the early 1960's. Friday night was a special night. Dad and Mom allowed my brother and me to stay up late to watch Sea Hunt reruns on TV and they would order a Sammy's pizza to go from the West Duluth store--always saussage, mushroom and green pepper--my favorite to this day. I always went with my dad to pick it up and I loved to watch the guys put the dough through the rolling machine, twirl it in their hands and toss it in the air. Instead of a cardboard box, they wrapped the pizza in a thin papper bag which I would hold securely on my lap during the ride home. The aroma of the pizza would fill the car and I could feel the warmth on my legs. At home, we would devour the little squares washing them down with our bottles of Coke - another Friday night treat. Through the years, Sammy's pizza has been a staple. When my kids would come home from college and bring their friends along, we always had to introduce them to Sammy's pizza. My dad passed away 2 months ago and he was able to enjoy his favorite pizza (now kosher, mushroom and green pepper) a week before he died. I even mentioned his love of Sammy's Pizza in his eulogy! After the funeral with the whole family home, we called the West Duluth Sammy's pizza once again. Dad would have wanted it that way! Thanks!

posted 3/22/10

 

Denny, Calexico, CA

We live the winter months in San Felipe, BC, Mexico and travel summers in our motor home. I had my first Sammy's back in about 1957 while going to Denfeld High School. Have had many since including flying them back to Colorado and California. This summer, we will be back home and will have a few kosher salami and pepperonies!!

posted 3/21/10

 

Mike, Duluth, MN

My son is a Major in the U.S. Air Force. He has been stationed at several U.S Bases (Pensecola, Fla, Seymour-Johnson (Goldsboro, N.C.) and is presently stationed at Lakenheath AFB in the United Kingdom. Each time he calls & tells us he's coming home, he says he's coming home for things in this order: To have Sammy's Pizza, to see hios parents (us), and to see his friends. He & his wife just love Sammy's Pizza. He & his family have just come to Minnesota to Baptize his youngest daughrer (2 months old). He is coming to Duluth March 24th.

He is now in Mpls, where the Baptism will be held on 3/22/10. He & family flew into Mpls. on Wednesday, 3/17 and their first stop after a long flight was for Sammy's Pizza. Even though they were exhausted, they weren't too tired for a visit to Sammy's. We'll be going to West Duluth Sammy's this next week for pizza first, then he'll visit us & his friends (in that order!). He is a 1996 grad of Denfeld H.S. and as a family, we always went to Sammy's at least once a week for the world's best pizza.

I must say that if he could, he'd fly his jet over for Sammy's on a weekly basis just for a taste of the pizza and to bring some back, tho it might not make it with 6 in-air re-fuelings on the way. They (and we, his parents love Sammy's Pizza, the world's best!!!

posted 3/19/10

 

Matt, Duluth, MN

My grandfather used to work for the mines in and around Keewatin, MN. Way back when, Mr. Leonard Morgan (My grandfather) employed a young Sam Perrella in the mines. Mr. Perrella was (fortunately for pizza lovers) caught pilfering from the mine company and was subsequently relieved from his position. After this misfortune, Mr. Perrella took the last of his money and started to research pizza in Chicago, among other locations. The result of his misfortune was high level research and development which produced the foundation of a unique offering that provided the Iron Range with a new delicacy that would soon become the Legend that is now Sammyâ•?s Pizza. Sammy did quite well for himself and actually stated to my grandfather, much later in life, that he was thankful for the termination of his mine job, as it allowed him to pursue his passion. Our family has continued to embrace Sammyâ•?s for generations now and the pizza is as good as it has ever been! We thank Mr. Sam Perrella for having the courage to pursue this great opportunity and provide the local areas with a well-loved, tasty and perfectly square pieces of pizza. Keep up the good work- Sammyâ•?s always has a unique place in our hearts!!!

posted 3/19/10

 

Ryan, Eau Claire, WI

For years the Anderson family has enjoyed the delicious pizza made at Sammy's. My mouth waters as the thought even now. I don't get to go there as much as I used to because I now live in another city, but when my family gets together for the holidays, we always make a treck to Sammy's. Bring on the pizza!

posted 3/17/10

 

Nancy, Grand Rapids, MN

When I was a little girl my parents would sometimes drive from Nashwauk to Hibbing on a weekend where they did grocery shopping. If we were lucky they would park in front of Sammy's on our way home. Then they sent me in to order a large sausage pizza. I would stand at the counter and wait for it, watching the staff spin dough, ladle on sauce, dab on sausage, and slap on cheese. When our pizza was done, I would pay and carry it out to the car. I held the warm, aromatic paper package on my lap for 13 miles until we got home. But we couldn't eat it yet. Mom would say, "Let's warm it up in the oven." It was a long wait for a little girl. Fifty years later I have eaten pizza in many different states, but I ALWAYS SAY, "It's not as good as SAMMY'S."

posted 3/16/10

 

Jodi, Duluth, MN

I grew up in Lakewood Township, and it was a HUGE treat to be able to drive with my dad to Lakeside to get a Sammy's Kosher Salami - Double Cheese pizza in the PAPER wrap, that said "Sammy's Pizza, it's out of this world." I always had the job of holding it on my lap while my dad drove. Before we got home we had always ripped back the paper and ate a few "edge" slices and hope that mom wouldn't notice. My dad is now gone, but my mom and I love to carry on the Sammy's tradition with my boys with frozen Sammy's for lunch on Saturdays at the Lake.

posted 3/16/10

 

Mike, Plover, WI

As a kid growing up in West Duluth, I would walk past Sammys, all the time. The main window faced out overlooking Central Ave. and each time I walked by I would stop and place my nose to the window and point to either the cheese or the pepperoni and everytime without exception I would be invited in for a handful of cheese or pepperoni. I will never forget the friendliness of the people at Sammys. And I will never forget the smells as I would walk by. This was 50 years ago and I still enjoy a Sammys pizza everytime I get to town. Usually through the Rustic Bar window to Sammys.

posted 3/11/10

 

Dan, Duluth, MN

You mean to tell me there are other pizza places other than Sammy's?????

posted 3/11/10

 

Becca, Hermantown, MN

When growing up in Lakeside, our second home was Portman Recreation Center and that meant many nights we would miss a good dinner with the family. Thank-god for the great guys at Sammy's Pizza on the corner they always fed us good food. My friends and I would go in and order 5 slices of cheese and some peperonni or garlic cheese bread was another favorite. One of our coaches Mike Atchison would make sure we had food for our bellies.....Everyone at Sammy's was our family away from home.
I moved away from Lakeside but a thin crust sausage Sammy's Pizza made by the boys in the window will always be my favorite. Thanks for all the great food and Pizza that make memories.

posted 3/10/10

 

Jim, Duluth, MN

When my oldest sister got her first job, she'd bring home Sammy's Pizza from your downtown place. We could hardly contain ourselves when she got her paycheck! That was in 1963! As we got older, my three sisters moved to California, and I was the lucky one who stayed! My family and I can get Sammy's anytime we want. Well, we TRULY have made it not only a "Family Tradition", but a generational one, also. My 94 year old mother LOVES your pepperoni pizza, as I do. When my sisters come back to visit each year, one of THE first questions they ask is, "OK. When can everyone get together for Sammy's?" So we all check our schedules, and we are set to go. Downtown Sammy's is where we all gather. We miss my dad, Walt, at the gatherings. He passed in 2003, and though a full blooded Finlander, was ready to dig in to Sammy's sausage pizza! My wife, Laurie, daughters, son-in-law, and my 2 1/2 year old grandson all make the trip each time, too. When my grandson see the waitress coming with the family size pizzas, he yells at the top of his lungs, "PIZZA!" and afetr she sets them down, he always says "Thankyou!". Manners first, stuffing our faces second. We truly have made many years of memories around the table at Sammy's. Always a friendly crew, top of the line pizza creators, and warm surroundings, make this family want to continue the tradition for many HUNGRY years to come. From a 94 year old, down to a toddler, we all enjoy the food and the laughs when we enter the door! Thanks, Sammy's, for the many memories.

posted 3/10/10

 

Herbie, Hermantown, MN

On a Sunday,In the winter of 1996, while I was working at the Lakeside Sammys, the Northland was hit with a snow/ice storm. The majority of businesses in town shut down early.Out Team decided the same as the power in lakeside had been going on and off. As were we preparing to leave around 5:00 we received a call from the Edgewater hotel that around 300 people were being put up for the night at the airport had shut down. We quickly took a vote and decided to stay open, inspite of the power being out. We brougth out the the old rolling pins and made Pizzas by candlelight for the next 3 hrs.
For the next couple years, when people would travel back to town, they would call and tell us how thankful they were we stayed open that night.

posted 3/9/10

 

Bob, Hermantown, MN

For over 30 years my family has been celebrating birthdays at one of the Sammys Restraunts. Either at Woodland or Spirit Valley. Now this is no small crowd when we dine as we were at one time 14 members strong if you include Mom and Dad. Some of us have gone on now but still family gatherings always include a trip to Sammys Pizza. I remember when I was in Duluth Central High School and having Sammy's with my friends every weekend.
Even when we are out of town in Eau Claire, Wi. or up in Grand Rapids,MN we always head for Sammys Restraunts to have some Pizza and wings!! Recently though, I must confess I am really leaning toward you chicken. Yum.

posted 3/7/10

 

Kathy, Hermantown, MN

My family and I have been going to Sammy's Pizza in Cloquet for many years driving 50 miles roundtrip every Tuesday since my son was about 11 years old, he's now nearly 18! Each Tuesday night we would go to the buffet and get the child's price for my son and the adult price for my husband and I; this went on for nearly 3 years even when my son past 12 years old for the child's price. The waitress always said "two adults and a child?" All of a sudden he sprouted up in height and couldn't pass for 12 any longer at age 14...feeling guilty... I had to tell the waitress he was 14. We continued to go to the buffet even having to pay the higher price for an adult because it was so worth it! We laugh and joke about my son being 6ft 3" tall now every Tuesday when we go to Sammy's wondering if he can still pass for 12 years old. Truthfully I think the waitress just gave us a break on the child's price for my son because she knew how much we loved going to Sammy's Pizza! My son used to ride in the car with us and now he drives us there 6 years later! And, for nearly 6 years Mike in Cloquet always would make sure he prepared us a "House Special" when he saw us come in the door on Tuesday night for the buffet, he knew that was my favorite!

posted 3/5/10

 

Gordy, Duluth, MN

Ever wonder why Sammy's Pizza Parlors in Duluth are always busy and crowded? Even when other pizza places are offering low, low prices and discounts? I know. I've known for over 50 years. When I was a kid in West Duluth my older sister brought home s small half pepperoni and half Sammy's Special that the whole family got to try. We were hooked. My Sammy's story is that (while the price has gone up a tad from the $1.25 for a small) the taste of my favorite - Sammy's Special is exactly the same as it was in 1959. And that taste is great. It has indeed, been a family tradition.

posted 3/2/10

 

Mercedes, Duluth, MN

Ok, so I’m doing a project on Sammy's Pizza, and I’m learning a lot about Sammy's Pizza. It is a lot of fun to be able to do project on Sammy's Pizza. Yeah!

posted 3/2/10

 

Maureen, Duluth, MN

This is our family's favorite Sammy's story as told by Angie Mahle (daughter-in-law)

Eight years ago I picked up my daughter Emily at pre-school. We were walking down the hall at Laura MacArthur when she announced, "I smell pizza." I told her they were probably having pizza in the lunchroom. Then she said, "No, mom, I smell Sammy's pizza. Just as I was about to tell her that they don't serve Sammy's in the lunchroom, we turned a corner in the hallway and just about ran into a man carrying five Sammy's boxes. Emily Ann is eleven now and stays true to her shirt's caption: If we are not going to Sammy's, I'm staying home.

posted 3/2/10.

 

Kathleen, Superior, WI

Sammy's has been a favorite place of mine to go on Friday or Saturday nights since grade school. I would save my paper route money for a pizza night on the weekend and in junior high we go after a school dance. Whatever the occasion would be, Sammy's Pizza and its ambiance was always a final destination. I'm turning "50" this year and would love to have a block party for the neighborhood. I'm sure Sammy's Pizza would get all the neighbors together nicely. I have a great idea for a flyer for the occasion. Here is what the flyer will say: Come have some family fun with SAMMY'S PIZZA and the sun! When the food & frolic is done, hope you enjoyed your day a ton!

Sammy's... please help me celebrate, the gym can wait. YUM~~~~ Sammy's----I can smell it now.

A Sammy's fan for fifty years. Kathleen Gondek
I'll provide the hors d'oeuvres, beverages and dessert.

posted 3/2/10

 

Mary Alice, Ashland, WI

It's 1958 to 1961, you are 500 miles from home, (get home twice a year) going to school. Money is scarce...girls in dorm put in their dimes, nickels, a few quarters, find someone with a car and get that taste of home...a Sammy's pepperoni pizza.........a piece or 2 for each contributer/car driver,too...mouth watering good.....ah, the memories of those friendships. Go forward to 1970s, introduce son to Sammy's...continue the tradition...2000 he introduces his wife and son to Sammy's.........life is good.

posted 3/1/10

 

Kathy, Cloquet, MN

My son, Josh Anderson, grew up loving Sammy's pizza from the Lakeside Sammy's Pizza. He moved to the Cities, Sammy's there wasn't the same. Then he moved to Winona and was excited to find out there was a Sammy's there; again, not the same great taste as those in Northern Minnesota. I followed Mike to the Cloquet Sammy's pizza and now, whenever Josh is in Cloquet, we eat at Sammy's and whenever I'm heading to Winona I stop to pick up a big pizza as a treat for Josh. In fact, for his 30th birthday I surprised him with a Sammy's pepperoni pizza (his favorite) for his gift and he was thrilled.

posted 3/1/10

 

Lindsey, Duluth, MN

Last week I went into Sammy's Pizza Lakeside. I had my almost one year old daughter with me. The staff was so incredibly helpful. They went above and beyond to make sure she would get a good meal even though she can't eat pizza or subs! First, after watching us struggle with a squirmy child, one of the staff came to our rescue with a high chair...one word on the high chair...it was sparkling...it was so clean! Which all moms know isn't the case at most restaurants. Then the staff continued to help me pick a meal off the menu to accommodate my daughter's needs...the staff returned promptly with a little fun plate consisting of shredded cheese, turkey and one meatball. We were able to relax and enjoy our pizza! I was so impressed with the staff and how they made sure we were comfortable...I especially was impressed because the staff was younger! How refreshing! I will continue to be a loyal customer to Sammy's pizza Lakeside! Thank you!

posted 2/28/10

 

Jaime, Cloquet, MN

When I was a child, my parents had season tickets to the UMD hockey games. I don't remember very many or the games, but what I do remember is going to dinner before the game, every Saturday at Sammy's Pizza in West Duluth. Since it was "Family Night" at Sammy's, we fit right in.....with our family size pepperoni pizza and pitcher of soda. Spending this time at Sammy's with my parents and my brother, has become one of my fondest memories, it was OUR Sammy's tradition.

Thank you Sammy's

posted 2/27/10

 

Linda, Thunder Bay, ON

Sammy's Pizza is the best pizza! Sammy's on 1st Avenue is the first place we stop as soon as we arrive in Duluth and the last place we stop when we leave. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. We go out of our way to visit there.

posted 2/15/10

 

Mary, Brooklyn Park, MN

My husband of 21 years and I try really hard to have a date night once a week and when we do we usually end up at Sammy's of Brooklyn Park. The service is great and we love the $6.00 pitchers of beer and 1/2 price appetizers! Thanks Sammy's for facilitating great times with my husband!

posted 2/12/10

 

Kim, Duluth, MN

When my husband and I moved to Duluth years ago, he was so excited to get Bulldog Hockey season tickets! "Honey, this can be our new Date Night tradition!" Not being much of a hockey fan, I wasn't quite as enthusiastic about the idea as he was. Until he added a trip to Sammy's Pizza in downtown Duluth before every game. Now THAT'S a DATE NIGHT!!! Thanks, Sammy's!

posted 2/12/10.

 

Patt, Duluth, MN

I'd written earlier to say that when my sister lived in Florida and the thing she missed most from home (besides her wonderful sisters, of course) was pizza from Sammy's. She's now living in the relative wilderness of Wisconsin. Yesterday she emailed to say she had just called Sammy's to order a pizza to go, and was making the 120-mile round trip to pick it up. THAT'S love! Happy Valentine's day!

posted 2/12/10

 

Sonja, Andover, MN

My dad, Dale Birkeland, grew up in Hibbing and used to hang out at Sammy's with Sammy himself. To this day we never visit Hibbing, Duluth and Coon Rapids without making a stop for the unique Kosher Salami Thin Crust!

For my dad's birthday (for the last 5 years) we've had a Sammy's pizza given to him (some spelling "Happy Birthday" in anchovies!) and he says it's his favorite way to celebrate! We'll be Sammy's fans forever!!!

posted 2/8/10

 

Patty, Moundsview, MN

I grew up in Duluth(lakeside). Then moved to the cities. It was the happiest day of my life when Sammy's opened in Coon Rapids.

posted 2/3/10

 

Mike, St. Cloud, MN

We spend many weekends running up to our cabin in Ely. We NEVER pass through Cloquet without stopping at Sammy's--call ahead and pick it up on the way through. Sausage and mushroom and my boys are happy. Been doing this for years and hopefully years to come. Also, whenever we are in Duluth for hockey, etc. we always order Sammy's at our hotel at least one night. You guys are the best!

posted 1/29/10

 

Marge, Brooklyn Park, MN

My husband and I grew up with Sammy's pizza back in 1954 in Hibbing. My husband used to play cards with Sammy. Until that time we didn't know about pizza so everyone ordered cheese pizza. Every Friday night. We both moved to Mpls, found Gertie Hengle in St. Paul and used to go there. You can image how happy we were when a Sammy's came to Coon Rapids and now in Brooklyn Park. Our kids were born in Mpls. but every time we went to Hibbing, they wanted Sammy's pizza. Now that has become their favorite pizza, none like it they say. Almost every Friday night we order a Sammy's to this day. Keep up the good work. A quality product.

posted 1/22/10

 

Sandy and Gary, Maple Grove, MN

Ditto the Friday nite pizza story!! Gary and I grew up in Duluth and went to the downtown Sammy's every Friday night during our senior year at Central High after football and hockey games. We continued the tradition after we were married. We moved to Mpls in 1972 and really missed our Friday night Sammy's pizzas. We occasionally visited the Coon Rapids location but it wasn't close enough to home. Needless to say we were thrilled when you opened in Brooklyn Park. We have been Friday night regulars since it opened. Nick and his crew take great care of us and usually know what we want before we order:) My only disappointment came on my birthday when Nick wouldn't sing to me...NEXT YEAR was his promise. I'm holding him to it. See you Friday!! Sammy's Pizza lovers since the 50's!

posted 1/21/10

 

Judy, CR, MN

I enjoy coming in for the terrific lunch buffets and if I finish early, I visit for a late lunch and visit with your wonderful server (who's also from the Iron Range, like myself). Keep doin' what you're doing. Love the Gyro pizza, great addition to the menu!

Judy

posted 1/20/10

 

Keith, White Bear Lake, MN

Sammy's was a college hang out on First Street in Duluth. It was a place where friends met and usually closed the place down on Friday and Saturday evenings.

posted 1/20/10

 

PJ, Duluth, MN

My first experience at Sammy's was in the early 1960s, when I was ice skating at Wheeler Field with kids from school. Someone's parents took us to Sammy's in West Duluth, and I was hooked. It's always a favorite with my family. When one of my sisters moved to Florida years ago, she said the thing she missed most was Sammy's Pizza. These days she lives in rural Wisconsin but any time she visits Duluth, she stops at Sammy's. There's nothing like it anywhere. I am very happy to live a mere 4 blocks away from the Lakeside location. (All this and heaven, too!)

posted 1/20/10

 

Julie, Duluth, MN

Sammy's pizza is my favorite, always had it for my birthday and every chance I got. until one day I couldn't swallow, come to find out I had cancer, and for months I couldn't eat. I had to use a feeding tube. But when the 5 months was over. My husband said where do you want to go for lunch? I said, I want to go have Sammy's Pizza, and we did. It is still my favorite, and I have it every chance I get. This is my Sammy's story.

posted 1/19/10

 

Clay, Crosslake, MN

My wife and I have been enjoying Sammy's pizza in West Duluth since 1959. We would go there after the teen dances in Proctor every Friday night and have a 1/2 shrimp and 1/2 Kosher and two Strawberry pops. I still enjoy it when I get back to Duluth.

posted 1/10/10

 

Nicole, Brooksville, FL

I have been eating Sammy's Pizza since I was about 3! I used to spend summers in Duluth with all my family and I would always want to go to Sammy's! Even now, at 31, the first stop on my trip up to Duluth this week will be Sammy's!! I wish you could ship pizza year round to me in Florida!

posted 1/5/10

 

Marilyn, Hermantown, MN

My husband and I have been going to Sammy's in West Duluth every Sunday evening for years, have lost count how many. We really enjoy not only the pizza but the great crew that works there. Thanks Sammy’s for such great pizza!

posted 12/22/09

 

Kim, Eveleth, MN

When I was growing up, my parents would take me and my two sisters to Sammy's Pizza in Hibbing every Saturday night, with a trip to Shapiro's Drug Store afterwards. This was in the late 70's and early 80's starting when I was about 14 years old. Great memories. I fell in love with your pizza and I still love it and try to get there as often as I can. It's still the best pizza around!

posted 12/22/09

 

Mary, Winona, MN

I worked for Nick for years off and on and it was the best job, made many friends some I still have. Nick Sr. was the best and most fair boss. He helped so many kids make it through school, a college education was so important to him. He and his wife Betty were the best. We always had fun and enjoyed our time at work

posted 12/22/09

 

Mark, Chaska, MN

Back in my final two years of college in Eau Claire, I lived downtown right across from Sammy's...and instantly fell in love with their fabulous "pizza pie." Much to my surprise, over 25 years later, I happened to walk into the Sammy's location in Brooklyn Park and had immediate flashbacks to college. "Yes"...the pizza recipe was still the same!!! I now get my weekly "fix" of Sammy's during lunch breaks at work and love it. Sammy's is simply the BEST! Thanks, Mark.

 

posted 12/22/09

 

Karen, Bloomington, MN

After moving to the Cities in the '70s, we really missed Sammy's so trips home always included Sammy's pizza nights. Our last stop when leaving town on the way home was to pick up some frozen pizzas to take home and a cooked one to eat in the car! The extended family even had Sammy's Pizza delivered to a Superior Motel the night before Mom's funeral, knowing she would have loved that. Now our whole family drives from Bloomington, Lake Elmo, and Chaska to meet at Sammy's in Coon Rapids to continue the love affair we all have with Sammy's. Luisa has welcomed all the Daniels with open arms and listened to our Sammy's stories over and over. We love Sammy's and would welcome a restaurant in our area!

posted 12/22/09

 

Mira, New York, NY

I grew up in Duluth and remember going to Sammy's after all my brother's hockey games as a kid. I've moved away, and have tried to find pizza as good as Sammy's, without success. I've searched for the perfect pizza in Italy, all around New York City, Chicago, and many places in between, and have yet to find pizza as good as Sammy's. It's my first stop on any visit home.

posted 12/13/09

 

Eliot/Naomi, Chassel, MI

I now live on Michigan's UP but grew up in Duluth. The first pizza ever ate came from Sammy's Downtown as my Father worked nearby and brought them home for supper. Later I took my first dates to Sammy's for pizza. Now days when we make our trips to Duluth from the UP, Sammy's is the FIRST stop in town we make in order to have the lunch buffet. In summer, we stay in Duluth in our travel trailer for a month and have a once a week Sammy's buffet habit! BEST PIZZA ANYWHERE!

posted 12/1/09

 

Bill, Superior, WI

In 1963 (46 years ago), I had my first Sammy's pizza. They taste the same today they did back then.

posted 11/26/09

 

Rebecca, Swan River, MN

My husband is from the cities. When he moved up here he found Sammy's and fell in love with it. I however was raised on pizza hut. My husband started taking me to Sammy's and I fell in love as well. With him too not just the pizza. When we had our son we still came to Sammy's and he loves the pizza as well. Except that he calls it "pizza Sam"!!!! So we no longer ask him if he wants to go to Sammy's Pizza but if he wants to go to Pizza Sams. We now have a new addition to our family, Kathryn. And let me tell you what, she can pound down the pizza sams pizza.

Thanks for the memories!!
Rebecca, Pete, Phillip, Kathryn Walker

posted 11/20/09

 

Angeline, Bashrah, Iraq

 

 

Sammy's Pizza is loved around the world!

Angeline, who is currently serving with a Minnesota Army National Guard unit stationed in Iraq, sent this to us. Originally from Proctor, MN, Angeline e-mailed us and said the first thing she wants to do when she comes home on leave is visit Sammy's Pizza. Thanks for being a Sammy's Lover, Angeline!

Jim, Coon Rapids, MN

My Mother started taking me into Sammy’s in Hibbing in 1957 when I was 13. In high school after going to 'teenage' for dancing on Friday night at the memorial building, Sammy’s was the place to go. I bought a lot of pizzas from Grandpa Sam back then. Years later, when Sam's Sons, Jeff and Greg, ran the business, I was one of their best customers. Now living in Coon Rapids, 2 miles from Sammy’s, I am buying my pizzas from Grandpa Sam's grandchildren. I've been eating those pies for over 50 years and nothing has changed. Still the same, still the best.

posted 11/17/09

 

Lauri, Woodbury, MN

My husband and I started enjoying Sammy's Pizza in the late 70's when we were college students at Winona. Since then whenever we get away to the North Shore we have Sammy's in Duluth...We were THRILLED several years ago to discover a Sammy's in Coon Rapids...even though it's a 30 minute drive we still love going to Sammy's for their beef pizza...It's the best ever...surpassed only by the wonderful staff at the CR location...especially DJ and Louisa!!!

posted 11/17/09

 

Marie, Champlin, MN

My husband and I grew up in Duluth and when we started dating, we always had to stop by Sammy's after our evenings out at the movies / clubs. We would always share the kosher salami / black olive pizza. It was our favorite and still is. Now we are lucky enough to have Sammy's near us in Brooklyn Park.

posted 11/17/09

 

Ginny, Minong, WI

My sister and I were both from Superior. Now I live in Minong and she lives in Indianapolis. One day on a phone conversation my sister said " boy am I craving a Sammy's Pizza.” It was just before New Years Eve. I drove to town and got there right at 4 p.m. and asked for them to hurry and make me a pizza (not baked ) and drove to the post office. I sent the pizza over night delivery. I called her and told her she needed to stay home that day as I had something coming. Boy was she surprised when she got it. Of course her and her husband enjoyed their New Years Eve dinner. We still talk about the surprise dinner and laugh.

posted 11/16/09

 

Nick, Rome, NY

I am from Rapid City South Dakota. I took a construction job at Minot AFB in 2005. This was my first trip ever that far north. I found Minot to be very unique and I loved the area and people. My work crew and I decided to eat out and friends we made said we had to try Sammy's. At first I was a little skeptical upon entering the antiquated restaurant. However, once seated, the menu looked rather good. We started with some of the wings, and to this day, those are still the best wings you can get. They were crispy, spicy, well cooked, and delicious. We then went for the Bert's Best. And in all my life, to this moment, that pizza is the best. Bert's Best is the BEST. I have spent several occasions eating at Sammy's with an array of friends, and every time it has been a good positive experience, and every time the food is fantastic. My brother and I always discuss what the secret it to Bert's Best. I think the flavor secret, whether it is some sort of mystical mojo to a simple flavoring formula, is the best part of Sammy's. I wished there was a Sammy's everywhere. As it is, for me and my brother, whenever, we venture to Minot to revisit our friends we made there, Sammy's is the automatic first stop.

posted 11/15/09

 

Branda, Austin, TX

Just read Dari's, from Saginaw, MN, story and found it to be crazy that my in-laws live in Saginaw MN also. Every trip to Minnesota is made worth while by stopping at Sammy's. A trip to Minnesota is not a trip without a Sammy's Pizza visit. YUM!

posted 11/13/09

 

Mike, Grand Marais, MN

I've had Sammy's pizza only a couple of times and every time it's a treat for me. It's the best pizza I've ever eaten. There is no grease like others have, the sausage is the best, and the sauce is just right. Grandpa Sam and his wife knew what they where doing. Thank You Sammy's Pizza.

posted 11/3/09

 

Danielle, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

When I was a little girl visiting my grandparents, they would take the whole family to Sammy's. It is very nostalgic for us. I vaguely remember there were doors or windows above the booths near ceiling. My grandparents moved to North Carolina and she would invite all us kids over to have a “replication” of Sammy's Pizza. We always ordered the Kosher Pizza. I was just reunited with some family up North on Facebook. They mentioned to me...

"we went to Sammy's ", sorry I missed it.

posted 9/23/09

 

Jessica, Garrison, ND

When I was little living in Minot, ND we would always order pizza from Sammy's, the best pizza ever. Then we moved. After graduating from high school I moved back to Minot and began working at the nursing home. After a couple of years, I decided it was time for a change of pace and got a job at Sammy's. Oh man, it was great that I moved back. Not only did I get to eat the food, I also got to work there. The Family is great and I just loved the job making pizza.

posted 9/13/09

 

Dean, Pacific Grove, CA

I grew up in Woodland and fondly remember monthly Sammy's pizza from Ridgeview lanes. Since then I've traveled North America searching in vain for THIN CRUST pizza near as good as Sammy's. I was last in Duluth in May 2008 for my mother's funeral and as part of the process my sister, our spouses and myself had one final Sammy's dinner in the home we grew up in. Thank you Sammy's for the mouth-watering memories.

posted 9/3/09

 

Kristine, Manassas, VA

I lived in Hibbing until I got married in 1976. We moved to the state of Virginia in 1978 and there is no pizza there to compare to Sammy’s. I also love the rigatoni. The sauce is absolutely delightful. I am staying in Winona today and found out they have Sammy's. I am so happy. Every time I visit Hibbing, I hit Sammy's at least two times while I am there because I miss it so much.

posted 8/18/09

 

Sue, Superior, WI

My brother and his wife live on the outer banks of North Carolina. When they come here to visit they always make sure we have dinner at least once at Sammy's. They LOVE the pizza. The last time they were in town to visit they made it to Sammy's for pizza and then had planned to stop before they left town and pick up some pizza to take back to North Carolina with them. Their schedule was so hectic that they didn't get a chance to pick up the pizzas to take home with them. As they were driving out of town they noticed a billboard that advertised a Sammy's Pizza in Cumberland, Wisconsin. The day was saved. They were so happy. They stopped there and picked up pizzas to take home with them. We are an Italian family and we love your pizza. God Bless you and your family.

posted: June 20, 2008

 

Nancy, Hibbing, MN

If I was asked to pick my last meal it would have to be a Sammy's Special pizza. I forgot how much I took it for granted until the March fire and I was without for two months. God bless Sam and Louise Perrella for creating such a delicious tradition.

posted: June 16, 2008

 

Olli, Esko, MN

Olli has been enjoying Sammy's Pizza since he was a child back in the 60's, but a new tradition was started on April 25, 1981. That was the day Olli and Kathy were married. Returning from the wedding reception, on the way to their Honeymoon suite, Olli called the downtown Sammy's Pizza and had a "House Special" created, they stopped by and picked it up on the way to the suite. Ever since then, every wedding anniversary (all 27 of them) is celebrated with a Sammy's "House Special" from one of the many local Sammy's restaurants in Hibbing, Cloquet or Duluth. Olli, Kathy and their entire family have been enjoying Sammy's Pizza for many decades and often join together at one of the Sammy's to celebrate various occasions throughout the year.

posted: June 12, 2008

 

Joe, Esko, MN

We started our own family tradition a few years ago by going to Sammy's in Cloquet after church every Sunday. Evan and the staff are always fun to visit with. Recently the waitress told us Evan had to run to the store before we got there to restock the post-meal sucker bin because our four young boys enjoy that part of the visit so much. When asked what they want to do when they grow up, be a "Sammy's worker" is on the top of the list!
The Crew is my favorite pizza so when we come in I like to say "how's the Sammy's Crew today?" A few minutes later there will be a Crew on the buffet.
"Cheesy", I know, but it works every time!

posted: 5/19/08.

 

Brianne, Duluth, MN

In Summer of 1998 I had just moved to Duluth and was looking for a job.

Little did I know that when I applied at Sammy's to be a waitress that not only would I get a job, but that I would meet my future husband!!! Jim and I got married in May of 2001! We held our grooms dinner at the Sammy's in Woodland, it was wonderful....half of the employees were in our wedding!! We now have a family of 4 little girls! On the birth of our 3rd daughter we decided to give her the middle name of Samantha!! That is our Sammy's story....I love it!!

posted 5/9/08

 

Woolhouse, Blaine, MN

When I first moved to Winona, MN, it was the first time I moved out on my own. I worked late nights at the local station, plugging in commercials for the Twins' games and doing the local weather reports. I wanted to try some local flavor, and my then-fiance/now-wife brought me a calzone from Sammy's.
I was hooked from first bite.

Two years later, married, we moved up to Coon Rapids/Blaine. I was thrilled to see a Sammy's up here, but saddened when I saw it did not carry the calzones I loved. Saddened until I tried the pizza. Again, hooked at first bite.

Now that we are parents, Sammy's is part of our one-Friday-a-month date: a movie at the Showplace, and pizza at Sammy's. Doesn't get much better than that!

posted 4/25/08

 

Mandy, Esko, MN

The best memory of growing up was looking forward to Fri. night, because that was Sammy's pizza night. It all started when I was about 5 and my dad owned a business in Duluth and had to close shop late Fri. nights so he would call Lakeside Sammy's every Fri. and ordered a family size house special. This was such a routine thing that he would not even have to call he would just show up at 10:15 and they would say here is your pizza Jim Proudlock, if he was a minute late they would call him to make sure it was still fri. night family pizza night. It was such a treat because I got to stay up late and that was the only time I got to eat in my parents bed. Even when I got older, we still continued the tradition. I remember coming home from college and having my fri. night house Sammy's Pizza. Now I am married and live in Esko and my husband and I would like to continue the family tradition with our son. We hope that they will get to know our name and pizza order in Cloquet. That for the great pizza and a memory that will continue and last a life time.

posted: April 10, 2008

 

Mike, Langhorne, PA

I grew up on Sammy's pizza in the '60s - at the Lakeside and downtown Duluth locations. It defined pizza for me - It was so good - all you needed for great taste was crust, cheese, sauce, and those nice big sausage meatballs.
I've never had anything like it anywhere else. I've missed it terribly through the years, although I did get back to Duluth a few times and it was always just as good as I remembered. Sammy's and DeLorenzo's tomato pies in Trenton, NJ are easily the best pizzas I've ever had, including in NY and Italy. I'm glad to see you are expanding and keeping it in the family!

posted: April 9, 2008

 

Paulette, Duluth, MN

My husband and I started dating in 1971. Our first date was at Sammy's Pizza on 1st Street in Duluth. Believe me, through our courtship we ate dozens of Sammy's pizzas. After we got married in 1972, we vowed that we would go back to Sammy's for every anniversary. After over 35 years, there have been few anniversaries that we have missed having Sammy's for our celebration.

posted: March 27, 2008

 

Rick, Rosebud, South Dakota

Every time we're in the area, the first place we go to eat is Sammy's.  The pizza is perfect every time.

posted: January 31, 2008

 

Mark, Sandy, Utah

Grew up enjoying Sammy's Pizza in Minot years ago. Don't get back often and miss the pizza. Any chance of Sammy's being sold online? You could package/can the ingredients and ship it to all of us that have moved away. It wouldn't be quite the same w/o the proper oven but hey, it'd at least be a Sammy's fix. Thanks!!!

posted: January 23, 2008

 

Chad, Fargo, North Dakota

When I lived in Minneapolis, MN dated a girl name Gina who’s dad owned Sammy’s in Minot, ND and other Sammy’s. She gave me a Sammy’s sweatshirt. We broke up and she took it away. I lived above Sammy’s in downtown Fargo, ND never had their pizza while I lived there. Moved out and finally had the pleasure of dining at Sammy’s. Wow!! Great pizza. Better than Duanes pizza of Fargo.

posted: November 27, 2007

 

Stacie, Plymouth, Minnesota

I grew up in Grand Rapids. Our Friday night treat was dinner at Sammy's!! We loved pizza night. Glad to see you close to me again!!! What memories!

posted: November 2, 2007

 

Craig, Champlin, Minnesota

I was introduced to Sammy's by my Grandparents 37 years ago in the town of Wausau Wisconsin. This was a special treat ordering that delicious pizza and I can still remember my Grandfather collecting pizza coupons for a free large. My travels have taken me to many Sammy's, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Winona, Minot, Coon Rapids and now in my backyard of Brooklyn Park. I have introduced this pizza to many friends who have also become fans of this great pizza. The tradition, recipe and people make this the best pizza by a long shot. "Sammy’s Forever"

posted: October 30, 2007