Samario’s Pizza in Tunkhannock is Consistently Fantastic
Samario’s Pizza in Tunkhannock has been one of the most reliable pizza stops in Wyoming County since it opened on Tioga Street. I originally reviewed Samario’s New York Style pizza and Old Forge Style square pizza here, and both were excellent examples of why this place quickly entered the conversation for some of the best pizza in Tunkhannock.
I recently stopped back in May of 2026 to try two newer additions to the menu: the Chicago Style Pizza and the Pan Fried Sicilian Pizza. These two pies add even more variety to an already impressive lineup, and they make Samario’s Tunkhannock one of the more interesting pizza shops in the area if you like trying different regional styles.
Samario’s Tunkhannock is one of three Samario’s locations, along with the original Scranton location and the newest location in Honesdale. The Scranton restaurant is a full-service Italian restaurant with a complete takeout area and a more extensive menu. The Tunkhannock location is more of an express version with a smaller footprint, a couple of tables, and a more limited menu, but the food is no less delicious.
Samario’s Tunkhannock Has a Small Footprint and a Big Menu
The Tunkhannock shop has always felt like a “Samario’s Express” to me. It is compact, efficient, and better suited for takeout or a quick bite than a long sit-down meal. That said, I have always appreciated being able to see the kitchen and watch the team work. On my original visit, the kitchen was clean, the staff was attentive, and the service was fast.
What has always stood out about Samario’s is the variety. They are not just making one kind of pizza. They offer New York Style round pizza, Old Forge Style square pizza, Chicago Style pizza, Stuffed Chicago Style pizza, gourmet pies, and now Pan Fried Sicilian pizza in Tunkhannock. That is a lot of pizza diversity for one small shop in Wyoming County.
New York Style Pepperoni Pizza at Samario’s
On my original visit, I ordered a New York Style round pizza with cup and char pepperoni. The pizza looked great right out of the oven, with plenty of cupped pepperoni slices that had crispy raised edges. Samario’s applies the cheese generously, and it melted nicely with a pleasant salty flavor.
The sauce was also applied generously and brought a vibrant mix of tang and sweetness. The crust was tender, crisp on the bottom, and easy to eat. It was baked on a screen, which gave it a consistent bake without making it overly crunchy.
Overall, this was a very solid New York Style pizza for Tunkhannock. It had good balance, plenty of flavor, and the kind of pepperoni presentation that makes a pizza look as good as it tastes.
New York Style Pepperoni Pizza Scores
| Rating Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Crust | 6.7 |
| Sauce | 7.9 |
| Cheese | 7.6 |
| Taste | 7.7 |
| Crispy/Cooked Properly | 7.2 |
| Value | 7.4 |
| Overall Rating | 7.4 |
Old Forge Style Square Pizza at Samario’s
I also reviewed Samario’s 6-cut red square tray, which is essentially their Old Forge Style pizza. I have long believed that Samario’s in Scranton does Old Forge Style pizza better than many places in the Pizza Capital of the World, so I was curious to see how the Tunkhannock version would stack up.
The crust was clearly made from fresh dough rather than a precooked shell. It was crispy around the edges, soft and tender in the middle, and had a pleasant chew. The sauce was vibrant in both color and flavor, allowing the tomatoes to do the talking without being buried under too much seasoning.
The natural sweetness and zest of the tomato balanced beautifully with the milky, almost buttery blend of cheeses. I enjoyed this sauce so much that I joked I could drink a cup of it or eat it like a bowl of soup. Don’t judge me until you try the pizza.
This was an excellent pizza and matched the quality I had come to expect from the Scranton location. When Samario’s entered the Tunkhannock market, it immediately joined the conversation for the best pizza in not just Tunkhannock, but all of Wyoming County.
Old Forge Style Square Pizza Scores
| Rating Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Crust | 7.6 |
| Sauce | 8.1 |
| Cheese | 7.7 |
| Taste | 7.8 |
| Crispy/Cooked Properly | 7.4 |
| Value | 7.4 |
| Overall Rating | 7.7 |
Chicago Style Pizza at Samario’s Tunkhannock
On my 2026 return visit, I tried the Chicago Style Pizza, which is an absolute beast of a pizza weighing in at more than 4 pounds. This is not a light snack. This is the type of pizza that arrives at the table and immediately makes you wonder how many people you should have invited to help.
Samario’s Chicago Style Pizza is built more like a deep dish pan pizza than what I would call a strictly authentic Chicago deep dish. It features a thick, dense crust with a deep impression in the center that is packed with a blend of cheeses and finished with a chunky sauce. It is heavy, hearty, filling, and very satisfying.
The sauce was my clear favorite component. It had a super natural tomato flavor with low acidity, a little tang, and just a hint of sweetness. It was beautifully seasoned with hints of garlic and Italian seasoning, and the flavors really popped. This is exactly the kind of sauce that makes a thick pizza work because it cuts through the richness and keeps every bite interesting.
The cheese blend was generously applied and lightly baked. There was a lot of it, but it did not overwhelm the sauce. The crust was thick and dense, so this is definitely a fork-and-knife type of pizza for most people. It is filling in the best possible way.
Overall, I would not classify Samario’s Chicago Style Pizza as an “authentic” Chicago Deep Dish pizza. I would classify it as a ridiculously delicious and filling deep dish pan pizza. If you are looking for something massive, saucy, cheesy, and fun to share, this one is absolutely worth trying.
Chicago Style Pizza Scores
| Rating Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Crust | 7.3 |
| Sauce | 8.2 |
| Cheese | 7.3 |
| Taste | 8.1 |
| Crispy/Cooked Properly | 7.2 |
| Value | 6.8 |
| Overall Rating | 7.5 |
Pan Fried Sicilian Pizza at Samario’s Tunkhannock
The Pan Fried Sicilian Pizza was another exciting addition to the Samario’s Tunkhannock menu. It is crazy to think that only a few years ago, there really were not any Pan Fried Sicilian options in Wyoming County. Now there are at least two spots serving the style, including Samario’s and The Players Pub at Shadowbrook.
Samario’s Pan Fried Sicilian is made on a thick Sicilian crust that is fairly dense and a little thicker than most Back Mountain Pan Fried Sicilian pizzas. It had the hearty structure you want from this style, while still giving the sauce and cheese plenty of room to shine.
Once again, the sauce was the star of the show. This pizza comes standard with onions in the sauce unless you specify no onions, and those sweet, mellow onions added tremendous flavor and aroma. It immediately reminded me of the Luzerne County Pan Fried Sicilian pizzas that have made the style so beloved in NEPA.
The cheese was also generously applied. It had a mild flavor and worked well with the sauce rather than fighting against it. The combination of the thick crust, onion-forward sauce, and generous cheese made this a pretty authentic tasting Pan Fried Sicilian pizza.
Overall, I was impressed. Samario’s did not just add a random square pizza and call it Pan Fried Sicilian. This tasted like a thoughtful version of the style, and it brings a legitimate PFS option to Tunkhannock and Wyoming County.
Pan Fried Sicilian Pizza Scores
| Rating Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Crust | 7.7 |
| Sauce | 8.1 |
| Cheese | 7.8 |
| Taste | 7.7 |
| Crispy/Cooked Properly | 7.7 |
| Value | 7.5 |
| Overall Rating | 7.8 |
Final Thoughts on Samario’s Pizza in Tunkhannock
Samario’s Pizza in Tunkhannock continues to impress because it does not feel like a one-style pizza shop. The New York Style pizza is flavorful and dependable. The Old Forge Style square pizza is fresh, balanced, and one of the better examples of the style in Wyoming County. The Chicago Style Pizza is a giant, filling, sauce-forward deep dish pan pizza. The Pan Fried Sicilian Pizza is a surprisingly authentic addition that gives Tunkhannock another strong option for this uniquely NEPA style.
The common thread through all four pizzas is the sauce. Whether it was the vibrant sauce on the New York Style pizza, the tomato-forward Old Forge Style red tray, the chunky and seasoned Chicago Style sauce, or the onion-sweetened Pan Fried Sicilian sauce, Samario’s consistently delivered big flavor.
If you are in Tunkhannock and want variety, Samario’s is one of the best places to explore. You can go with a familiar round pie, grab a square tray, tackle a 4-pound Chicago Style beast, or try one of the newer Pan Fried Sicilian pizzas in Wyoming County. That kind of menu flexibility makes Samario’s a pizza shop worth revisiting.
Pizza Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Samario’s Pizza |
| Location | Tunkhannock, PA |
| County | Wyoming County |
| Address | 66 E Tioga St, Tunkhannock, PA 18657 |
| Pizzas Reviewed | New York Style Pepperoni, Old Forge Style Square, Chicago Style, Pan Fried Sicilian |
| Latest Review Visit | May 5, 2026 |
| Similar Styles | Old Forge Style, Luzerne County Pan Fried Sicilian, Deep Dish Pan Pizza |
