Well..since graduating high school in 75 and moving here and there, I have yet to find an Italian Beef sandwich that compares to IVs! I have even called and begged them for the recipe so I can make... More

Well..since graduating high school in 75 and moving here and there, I have yet to find an Italian Beef sandwich that compares to IVs! I have even called and begged them for the recipe so I can make it at home..STILL no luck..If anyone knows the recipe, I would love to have it!! Kerry Kennedy Pittsburgh PA..CCHS Class of 75
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In my opinion, Italian Village (or IV's as it is locally known as) serves the greatest pizza in the Carbondale area. My mother graduated from SIU many years ago, and still loves going to IV's to... More

In my opinion, Italian Village (or IV's as it is locally known as) serves the greatest pizza in the Carbondale area. My mother graduated from SIU many years ago, and still loves going to IV's to reminisce all the great experiences she had there. The atmosphere is also very amazing. When you go, make sure to leave your mark on the walls--hopefully someday you will be able to go back to IV's and find it! This place has been around for awhile, and they really know how to make a great pizza. Plus, there is free ice cream cones--which makes it that much better of a meal! The pizza is inexpensive, you do not have to leave a tip at the end of the meal, and they are definitely the best in the area. If you haven't tried it yet, I definitely recommend Italian Village!
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This used to be the best pizza and spaghetti place around. The pizza is not that great anymore. I'm not sure if they changed cooks or recipe. The atmosphere is still nice to hang our with friends... More

This used to be the best pizza and spaghetti place around. The pizza is not that great anymore. I'm not sure if they changed cooks or recipe. The atmosphere is still nice to hang our with friends and family.
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Italian Village is still the best pizza I've ever eaten. I never realized just how much of a rarity great pizza is until I moved away. I've yet to find any pizza in the greater Kansas City area... More

Italian Village is still the best pizza I've ever eaten. I never realized just how much of a rarity great pizza is until I moved away. I've yet to find any pizza in the greater Kansas City area (where I live now)that even comes close to I.V.'s (...local name for it). The sauce is superb, and the crust is just delicious. Toppings are toppings, in my opinion. (pepperoni tastes like pepperoni, etc). The sauce and the crust are what make the pizza, and they are both superb here. I remember the Italian beef sandwich being very good also, but whenever I make it back home, I don't stray from the pizza....it's a sure thing every time. My wife and son look forward to eating there every trip home! I'm a little confused about the aforementioned rough neighborhood review though....perhaps if you grew up in a gated community. Never had any problems or felt remotely unsafe to me, nor have I ever heard of anyone else having concern.
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Italian Village offers nothing less than outstanding food! I've never had anything bad to eat there. I love the pizza with ham, onions, and mushrooms. The salad bar and italian beef are good too.... More

Italian Village offers nothing less than outstanding food! I've never had anything bad to eat there. I love the pizza with ham, onions, and mushrooms. The salad bar and italian beef are good too. The location is not all that great as it is located in a rougher neighborhood of Carbondale.
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This is the best pizza I have ever eaten! They take extra cheese to a new level! Great service and a low waiting time. It's the perfect restaraunt

This is the best pizza I have ever eaten! They take extra cheese to a new level! Great service and a low waiting time. It's the perfect restaraunt
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