The El Cortez location isn't going to be the most accessible for many people, however the food and guest service were quite good, so it is worth frequenting.
The garlic knots and the pizza we ordered were both excellent. Both are among the best in town and make the inconvenience of the downtown location more palatable. The proprietor also threw in an order of wings at no charge so we could try them. Very cool of him - didn't love these, though. I might have, but they were really overcooked and it made them taste strange. I was intrigued with the interesting seasoning they use on them.
The design of the restaurant could use work. They've been open for a decent period of time now, but it still looks like a work in progress with these weird display pieces serving as a de facto temporary wall blocking off part of the room. Kind of hard to describe. There is virtually no ambiance or decor to the room.
They also use paper plates. I strongly dislike having my food served on a paper plate in a restaurant. I'm not looking for fine china - just go to the dollar store and buy fifty cheap plates and wash them. That will work perfectly.
The aforementioned proprietor was very pleasant and repeatedly checked on our satisfaction. Pizza Lotto is a good choice for pizza lovers looking for a casual experience. I hope they are successful.