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What to order at Hot Italian
- Must order
- The seasonal pizza from the wood oven; gelato to finish; an Italian craft beer or wine by the glass
- Signature dishes
- Neapolitan pizza, Gelato
- Editor tip
- Counter ordering for lunch, full service evenings. Espresso bar runs all day. The reopened original.
CuisinePizza
Price$$
Neighborhoodmidtown
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Signature dishes: Neapolitan pizza, Gelato
Must order: The seasonal pizza from the wood oven; gelato to finish; an Italian craft beer or wine by the glass
Tip: Counter ordering for lunch, full service evenings. Espresso bar runs all day. The reopened original.
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Location
Address: 1627 16th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
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