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| - Mafia Mike's isn't the best pizza in the East Valley, but I'm going to give it five stars because it's the best delivery pizza in the area. If you are in the mood for Pizza Hut - Papa Johns - Domino's, you'll be much happier with Mafia Mikes. (If you want five-star eat-in pizza, go to Grimaldi's. I'd give Mafia Mikes three stars on that scale.)
The sauce has good flavor and isn't too sweet, nor does it seem like it was canned. The crust is standard, of medium thickness, and not memorable. I have had both canadian bacon/pineapple and plain old pepperoni, and both were good. The pepperoni was a standout because, unlike so many delivery pizzas, the cheese didn't get coated in a thin layer of orange oil exuding from the meat.
I've also had and enjoyed the side salad, which was a generous portion of what appeared to be romaine (and bibb) lettuce, along with red onions, carrots, and a few other toppings. If you want a bit more than pizza with your meal, I recommend their salads.
On a side note, after ordering not long after they opened, I got a hand-written thank you note with a special offer. It was a nice touch, and I hope this kind of customer service helps them compete in this market.
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