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07/08/2025
🎉 Trivia Night At The Park! 🎉
Join us at 7 PM for another fun-filled night of team trivia hosted by Go 4 It Entertainment! 🎤🧠
Expect musical hints, laughs, and some friendly competition as you battle it out for awesome prizes. 🏆
🥇 1st – $30 Gift Card
🥈 2nd - $20 Gift Card
🥉 3rd – $10 Gift Card
Tonight’s specials:
🦃 Turkey Tuesday – $3 OFF all turkey sandwiches and wraps
🍹 Tequila Tuesday – $9 Margarita Flights
See you At The Park! 🌳
07/07/2025
🎉🎱 It’s Bingo Night At The Park! 🎱🎉
Join us TONIGHT at 6:00 PM for an exciting evening of Bingo with the one and only MC Maggie Schultz Tobias! 🎤 This fun-filled night is ✨FREE✨ for dine-in customers**, so grab your friends and get ready for a great time! 🙌
🍕 Food Special: "That’s Amore" Monday
Savor our mouthwatering Pinsa Breads, such as our Hot Honey Pinsa Bread, for just $9.50!
🍸 Drink Special: Martini Monday
Enjoy a $6 House Martini, $7 Tito’s Martini, or an $8 Top-Shelf Martini!
Let the games begin – don’t miss out on the fun, food, and prizes! 🏆🍕🍸
📍 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet
🕕 6:00 PM
See you tonight for Bingo and more! 🎉
07/07/2025
🍕✨ A Slice of Perfection! ✨🍕
Looking for a pizza that’s light yet packed with flavor? Our Pizza Bianca features a slightly thicker thin crust with an olive oil base, garlic, fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of our homemade Venetian cheese mix to finish it off perfectly.
💡 Try adding some chicken, spinach, or ricotta cheese for that extra pop of flavor — a household favorite!
Swing by Cemeno's Pizza and treat yourself today!🙌
07/04/2025
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from all of us at Cemeno’s! 🎆
Today, we honor and thank all those who have bravely fought — and continue to fight — for our freedom. Your courage and sacrifice make celebrations like today possible. ❤️🤍💙
As a reminder, both Cemeno’s Pizza on Essington and Cemeno's Pizza At The Park are closed today so our amazing staff can enjoy the holiday with their families. 👨👩👧👦
We’ll be back open tomorrow with regular business hours, ready to serve you all your favorite pizzas, pastas, and more!
Have a safe, fun, and freedom-filled Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
07/02/2025
🇺🇸 Closed For The 4th 🇺🇸
Both Cemeno’s Pizza on Essington and Cemeno's Pizza At The Park will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. 🎆
We hope you enjoy a safe and fun-filled holiday with your loved ones! ❤️🤍💙
We’ll be back to our regular business hours on Saturday and Sunday, ready to serve up all your favorite pizzas, pastas, and more!
🍕🇺🇸 From our family to yours — Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🍕
07/02/2025
🎆 Aunt Natalie’s Red, White & Berry Cheesecake is HERE! 🇺🇸
Celebrate the holiday with a sweet slice of summer 🍓🫐
This limited-time creation from Cemeno’s Bakery features a swirled blend of strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry — all nestled in our rich, creamy cheesecake base. It’s patriotic, pretty, and downright delicious. 😍
Perfect for your Fourth of July gatherings… or just because! 🎇
Available while supplies last — don’t miss out!
06/30/2025
🍕🔥 Thick Crust Pizza! 🔥🍕
Craving something with a little more crunch? Our thick crust is better than ever — perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and ready to hold all your favorite toppings.
🥓🍄🍍 Available for ALL our specialty pizzas — or go wild and build your own masterpiece!
👉 Stop in and taste the upgrade at Cemeno’s Pizza — where thick crust dreams come true.
🍕❤️
06/24/2025
🎉 Trivia Tuesdays Are Back The Park! 🎉
Join us tonight at 7 PM for the start of a ✨NEW✨ trivia series hosted by Go 4 It Entertainment 🎤🧠
💥 Enjoy a fun team trivia game with musical hints, food and drink specials, and awesome prizes up for grabs:
🏆 1st Place: $30 Gift Card
🥈 2nd Place: $20 Gift Card
🥉 3rd Place: $10 Gift Card
Tonight’s Specials:
🦃 Turkey Tuesday - $3 OFF all Turkey Sandwiches & Wraps
🍹 Tequila Tuesday – $9 Margarita Flights
See you At The Park! 🌳
06/20/2025
Stop by our newest location Cemeno's Pizza At The Park all weekend! Steps away from The Taste! 🚶♀️
🎶 Pre-Game & Post-Game At The Park! 🍕🍹
The Taste of Joliet is back, and we’re just steps away from all the action! Whether you're fueling up before the fun or keeping the party going after the last song, Cemeno’s At The Park is your spot all weekend long.
✅ Ice-cold beer & drink specials
✅ Exclusive daily food deals
✅ Beautiful patio with a view (and sound) of the stage
✅ Sports bar, perfect for cooling down with ice cold beverages
🎤 Stop by, grab a seat, and soak it all in—great food, drinks, music in the air, and good company.
📍 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL
📅 Friday–Sunday | Walk over from Memorial Stadium!
📲 Check out all the specials on the flyer 👇
06/15/2025
💙 Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! 💙
Today, we celebrate the fathers who lead with strength, love, and wisdom. To all the fathers in our community and staff, thank you for the guidance and support you provide to your families and everyone around you! 👏
We also want to remember and honor our beloved “Sepper” – Papa Joe Cemeno. His legacy is more than just the restaurant; it’s the family he built, his dedication to our community, and his unwavering faith. 🙏
Papa Joe always taught us, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” and his dream for the restaurant would not have been possible without the support of his friends, family, and the community.
He also famously said, “You can’t steal second base with your foot on first.” His unwavering faith and trust in God’s plan has carried us to nearly 50 years of business and thousands of employees and customers positively impacted by his community service.
Thank you, Papa Joe, for everything you did – we continue to carry your legacy forward with pride! ❤️
06/11/2025
🥕✨ Good News, Cake Lovers! ✨🥕
Aunt Natalie’s Triple Layer Carrot Cake is still in stock at Cemeno’s on Essington — but slices are going quick! Moist, spiced, and topped with silky cream cheese frosting… it’s everything you want in a carrot cake 🍰❤️
And don’t forget — we’ve also got our homemade cheesecakes fresh from the in-house bakery:
🍈 Key Lime
🍫 Turtle
🍪 Oreo
Swing by and grab dessert before it’s gone!
📍1630 Essington Rd, Joliet
☎️ (815) 254-2500
06/10/2025
🔥🍯 Spice Up Your Slice with Hot Honey! 🍯🔥
We’re now offering homemade Hot Honey as a topping on any pizza — perfect for those who crave that irresistible sweet-and-spicy combo!
Whether you drizzle it over a slice of pepperoni 🍕 or add it to a specialty pie, it’s a 🔥 game-changer that’ll keep you coming back for more.
Come on in and try it today! 🍽️
06/05/2025
🥕 Aunt Natalie’s Carrot Cake Is Back… And She Brought Friends!
You all showed major love for her Triple Layer Carrot Cake 🥕🍰 — and yes, we’ve got more fresh slices ready today… but they won’t last long!
PLUS… we’re stacking the dessert case with homemade cheesecakes you won’t want to miss:
🍈 Key Lime
🍫 Turtle
🍪 Oreo
Come treat yourself to something sweet — made with love right here at Cemeno’s Pizza 💕
📍1630 Essington Rd, Joliet
☎️ (815) 254-2500
06/05/2025
🎶 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🎶
We’re just days away from an *epic* 80s throwback night at Cemeno’s At The Park! 🕶️🎤
📅 This Friday, June 6th
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
🎸 LIVE performance by My 80's Band – covering all your favorite MTV hits
🥃 Tequila tasting with El Bandido Yankee
🍕 Killer food & drink specials
💸 FREE ENTRY!
Break out the leg warmers, pop your collars, and get ready to dance like it’s 1984. Let’s make Friday night like, totally unforgettable 💃🕺
06/05/2025
06/02/2025
🔥🍯 Spice Up Your Slice with Hot Honey! 🍯🔥
We’re excited to introduce Hot Honey as a new topping at Cemeno’s Pizza! 🌶️🍕 It’s the perfect combo of sweet and spicy, adding that extra kick to your favorite pizza.
Whether you're a fan of sweet heat or just want to spice up your slice, this topping is sure to hit the spot. 😋🔥
Come on in and try it today! 👨🍳🍴
05/30/2025
🎂✨ NEW from Cemeno’s Bakery ✨🎂
Introducing Aunt Natalie’s Triple Layer Carrot Cake — a moist, spiced masterpiece loaded with fresh carrots, carmalized brownsugar pecans, and dreamy cream cheese frosting between every layer. 🥕🍰
This isn’t just dessert… it’s tradition, baked with love and perfected by Aunt Natalie herself. ❤️
Available now at Cemeno’s Pizza on Essington — but hurry, it’s first come, first served while supplies last!
05/26/2025
🇺🇸 We are OPEN this Memorial Day! 🇺🇸
Whether you're grabbing lunch with family, picking up dinner to-go, or just craving your favorite slice — we’re here for you today at Cemeno’s Pizza on Essington! 🍕
Come enjoy a meal while we honor and remember the heroes who gave everything for our country.
❤️🤍💙
We’ll see you soon!
05/24/2025
🍔 H(app)y Saturday at Cemeno’s At The Park! 🎉
Kick off the weekend with our amazing Saturday deals!
🌟 Food:
Get $3 off any "Specials At The Park" app!
Perfect to share or enjoy on your own! 🍕🍟
🍹 Drinks:
It’s Super Saturday! Enjoy our Mules for:
$6 House
$7 Tito’s
$8 Top-Shelf
✨ Join us today for tasty food and refreshing drinks!
📍 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet
📞 Call us at 815-254-2500 to place your order!
05/23/2025
🎤 Live Music Tonight! 🎶
The wait is over! Join us TONIGHT at Cemeno’s At The Park for an unforgettable night with Chasing Friday 🎸🎤!
Enjoy live music and amazing Friday Specials:
🍕 $3 off all "Specials At The Park" exclusive pizzas
🍸 $3 off all cocktails
🕒 Performance Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL
FREE ENTRY — grab your friends and get ready to kick off the weekend!
05/23/2025
🎶 LIVE Music At The Park! 🎶
Join us at Cemeno's At The Park this Friday, May 25th, 2025 for a special night with Chasing Friday!
Not only will you enjoy an amazing live performance, but we also have Friday Food & Drink Specials:
🍕 $3 off all our "Specials At The Park" exclusive pizzas
🍸 $3 off all featured cocktails
📅 When: 5/25/2025
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Where: 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL
🎉 FREE ENTRY — bring your friends and enjoy the fun!
See you there!
05/12/2025
05/11/2025
🌸 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there! 🌸
Today, we celebrate all the hard-working mothers who spread unconditional love to their families and everyone around them. To all the mothers in our community and staff – we are deeply grateful for everything you do! 💖
We also want to take a moment to remember the matriarch who started it all – Jan Cemeno. A mother to all, her endless love, unwavering faith, and beacon of light continue to inspire our family, our restaurant, and our community to this day.
Thank you, Gramma Jan, for being the shining example of what it means to love selflessly. We’re proud to carry on your legacy every day! 🌹
05/08/2025
We know these guys! 😉
Swing by the Park tomorrow night! 🎶
🎶 Friday Tunes At The Park 🎶
Join us this Friday, May 9th, 2025 for a special night with a local band (you may recognize them 😜) Chasing Friday! ✨
Not only will you enjoy an amazing live performance, but we also have Friday Food & Drink Specials:
🍕 $3 OFF all our "Specials At The Park" exclusive pizzas
🍸 $3 OFF all cocktails
📅 When: 5/9/2025
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Where: 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL
🎉 FREE ENTRY — bring your friends and enjoy the fun!
See you At The Park! 🌳
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05/05/2025
Craving a hearty, delicious sandwich? Our Turkey Club is a triple-decker stacked with flavor! 🥪
Piled high with turkey, crispy bacon, cheddar, swiss, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, red onion, and drizzled with our mouthwatering pesto mayo, this sandwich is sure to hit the spot. 😋
✨ Perfect for any meal, and guaranteed to satisfy!
📞 Call us now or visit www.cemenospizza.com to place your order!
Address
1630 Essington Road
Joliet, IL
60435
Directions for Essington Road in Joliet:
If using public transport:
- Take the Metra Rock Island District train to Joliet station
- From the station, take the Pace Bus Route 834 towards Plainfield
- Get off at the Essington Rd & Theodore St stop
- Walk north on Essington Rd
If driving:
- Take I-55 to exit 250 for US-52 W/Jefferson St toward Shorewood
- Turn right onto Jefferson St
- Turn left onto Essington Rd
- The pizza place and restaurants will be on your right-hand side
Parking:
There is a large parking lot in front of the building which houses Cemenos Pizza and other businesses.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11am - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 10:30pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 9pm |
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What people say
Cemenos Pizza on Essington Road in Joliet is a must-visit for anyone who loves delicious pizza, pasta, and sandwiches. This family-owned restaurant has been serving the community since 1976 and continues to impress with their award-winning pizza. The secret to their success lies in their use of traditional recipes that have been passed down through generations. Grandma Tressie's hand-measured sauces and meatballs are still used today, ensuring that every dish is bursting with flavor.
The atmosphere at Cemenos Pizza is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a night out with friends, a celebration with family, or a business-related event, this restaurant has got you covered. You can enjoy your meal while watching your favorite sports game or simply relax in the cozy ambiance.
Apart from their mouth-watering pizza, Cemenos also offers superb pasta and tasty sandwiches that will leave you craving for more. Their menu has something for everyone, making it an ideal spot for families with picky eaters.
Overall, Cemenos Pizza on Essington Road is a gem of a restaurant that should not be missed. With its warm hospitality and delicious food, it's no wonder why this place has been a Joliet tradition for over four decades.
