Donnie's Homespun Pizza

I had been hearing that Donnies had great pizza and I hadn't ever even tried it before so being the pizza pizzazz that I am ,having worked in the pizza business for approximately 9 years give or take,I just had to give this place a try. When I ordered I thought the prices were a little steep for pizza, but still yet if it's excellent then it's worth it. 12in with 3 topping cost about $25.00 & that's not including tip. So when I arrived they said it was coming out and the place smelled fantastic so I couldn't wait! They handed it over and when I got to the car I took a peek. Very disappointing 😒 The cheese wasn't placed properly so it was very minimal in the middle of the pizza, not to mention overcooked. You should always cheese outside in for portioning,, and because when you make the cuts it's always going to pull a little. The toppings tasted great minus the crunchy cheese but the crust was what disappointed most. It was very thick which I'm good with if it's flaky,buttery or something but this stuff was like trying to chew through drywall. It was terrible. I had to be the bearer of bad news but I did not enjoy this pizza in the least. Half went to the trash and that was me sharing with someone. I still gave 2 stars because the staff was friendly and the place looked and smelled great.

Hands down the BEST vegan Rueben sandwich that I’ve ever had. The seitan is perfect, excellent mix of ingredients and large portions. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to try a savory vegan take on this classic or for the plant based connoisseur. You won’t be disappointed

Donnie's homemade pizza and salads feature rare in-house smoked meats including salmon and prosciutto - and they are DELICIOUS! 🤩 Specialty meats sell out quickly after they're on the menu, and the salad dressings are freshly made from scratch, unlike most every other Decatur restaurant in town. Owner Neill Dresden negotiated to obtain hard to find family recipes from Italian families who have ensured their pizza crust is better than any mainstream pizza company in Central Illinois, and yes - they use different crust recipes for thin crust and deep dish. If you're not in a meat eating mood, they also serve the only quality vegan / vegetarian options that I'm aware of in Decatur. The atmosphere is also familial, and the staff will go above and beyond to handle birthday requests, inspiring everyone in the restaurant to join in with singing and celebrating. Donnie's embraces the meaning of community to Merchant Street and downtown Decatur. You'll feel like family when you eat here, and you'll feel like you belong by showing up.

Donnie’s is my favorite restaurant in Decatur! The food is fresh and tasty. Highly recommend the Sicilian thin crust pizza with in-house smoked prosciutto. The in-house smoked salmon salad with basil berry hemp vinaigrette was so refreshing. I love that Donnie’s has healthy options which I struggle to find in Decatur. The staff is welcoming and friendly, there is plenty of seating for large groups, and the new location is much easier to get to and find nearby parking.

Best pizza in town. A bit more expensive than the "fast food" pizza places, but more than worth the money. Great service as well. You can tell very quickly that they care about their work.

Fantastic food. A but pricey but you get what you pay for. 😁 Nice drink selection and live music some nights! 🎸🎶

I have passed on this place a few time for lunch because parking can be a bit of a pain in the neck, but I finally mad it inside. I was thrilled. It was totally worth dealing with the parking.

The decor and music were eclectic and fun. The drink selection looked wonderfully adventurous, but since I was there for lunch. The iced tea was pretty good.

I had heard that they had good sandwiches. I heard right.

I tried the bambino. A blend of I don't know how many different meats, stringy cheese and just enough pizza sauce to bring the whole sandwich together. About halfway through the sandwich I was plenty full, but I got goal oriented and managed to finish it all. I then went back to work with a dopey smile on my face and a primal urge to lay idly in the sun.

I'll be back. When I can enjoy the beverage selection and when I am ready to tackle another amazing sandwich.

Pizza is great, but don’t be in a hurry. Also, this place leans hard left, so if that’s not your style, fair warning.

Had a fantastic brunch today! Amazing homemade waffles and cinnamon rolls.

First visit, not a good experience this evening. Ordered online and pickup was in 30 minutes. Once inside, received a warm greeting at pickup at bar. Food came out freshly hot, boxed and bagged tightly. Got home, food taste fresh and hot. My lady goes to eat her Anna Pasta salad and what does she pull from her mouth...HAIR. Yes, about 4 inches in length, brownish/blonde. This would've been a 4-5 experience, but this ruin the experience.