Gino's Sicilian Express

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Casual, cozy pizza spot serving delicious NY-style pies, calzones, and paninis with fast service and a friendly vibe.

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Gino's Sicilian Express

Santa Barbara

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Casual spot for delicious NY-style pizza, calzones, and paninis in Santa Barbara. Fast, friendly service with dine-in, takeout, and delivery options.

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Gino's Sicilian Express offers a casual and cozy dining experience focused on authentic New York-style pizza, generous calzones, and savory paninis.

The no-frills service is speedy, with options for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, perfect for solo diners, families, or quick lunches and dinners.

What to Expect:

    ๐Ÿ• Classic NY-style pizza slices and pies
    ๐Ÿฅช Signature calzones and paninis
    ๐Ÿบ Beer and alcohol available
    ๐Ÿช‘ Casual and cozy atmosphere
    ๐Ÿš— Delivery and takeout options

Important Information:

    Parking: Free parking lots nearby with 75-minute free limit
    Outdoor seating available
    Wheelchair accessible entrance
    Credit, debit, and NFC payments accepted

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๐Ÿ“ Local Insights

๐Ÿ• Slice Over Pie: Many regulars recommend trying pizza by the slice for a casual, quick meal before committing to a whole pie.

๐Ÿฅช Paninis & Calzones Shine: The BBQ chicken panini and calzones come highly recommended and are a must-try.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking Tips: Use the free parking lots nearby and enjoy 75 minutes of complimentary parking, especially useful during busy lunch and dinner times.

๐ŸŽ‰ Special Orders: The staff are accommodating with special requests when ordering for events like weddings, though it's best to be clear and patient.

โฐ Hours

Monday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Thursday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Friday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AMโ€“9:00 PM

Sunday: 1:00 PMโ€“8:00 PM

๐Ÿ‘‰ Best For

Casual dining, pizza lovers, quick bites, families, solo diners

Gino's Sicilian Express

12 W Figueroa St
,
Santa Barbara
,
CA
93101

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Gino's Sicilian Express is highly praised for its authentic NY-style pizza, calzones, and paninis, consistently noted for great flavor and generous portions. Guests appreciate the fast and friendly service, cozy vibe, and reasonable prices. Some reviews point out occasional rude customer service incidents, particularly regarding coupon misunderstandings, and the small size of the venue with limited seating.

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January 9th, 2026

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New York Style Pizza, Calzones, Paninis, Garlic Knots, Meatball Sandwich, Soda, Beer, Alcohol

๐Ÿ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit for lunch or dinner; weekends peak from 5 PM to 7 PM. Delivery available weekdays and Saturday evenings. Reserve takeout during peak hours.
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