Starters That Pair With Any Meal

Pizza By Marchellonis serves fresh appetizers and sides in Pontiac, Illinois as perfect complements to pizzas, subs, and group orders.

When you order food for a group in Pontiac, having something to eat while the main meal finishes makes the wait easier and gives everyone a chance to settle in. Appetizers and sides at Pizza By Marchellonis fill that role, offering shareable portions that come out hot and ready before your pizza or subs arrive. These items include crowd favorites that work as starters or add-ons, and each one is made fresh in the same kitchen using the same standards applied to the rest of the menu.

The service covers classic appetizers designed to complement pizzas and subs without overwhelming your appetite. Portions are sized for sharing, and the items work equally well for dine-in or takeout. These sides are prepared to order and served hot, which keeps textures crisp and flavors intact. Whether you are placing an order for a party or adding something extra to your meal, the appetizers arrive ready to eat as soon as they leave the kitchen.

If you want fresh sides or appetizers in Pontiac, reach out to Pizza By Marchellonis to add them to your order.

How These Items Are Prepared and Served

Your appetizers and sides are prepared in Pontiac using fresh ingredients and the same cooking equipment used for pizzas and subs. Items that need baking go into the oven alongside other orders, timed so everything finishes around the same time.

When your appetizer comes out, you see golden edges where the heat hit hardest. The texture stays consistent from the first piece to the last, and the flavor matches what you expect from a well-prepared starter. These items are covered in aluminum foil to keep heat in and stay warm for as long as possible.

The service includes options for individual orders or larger portions meant for groups. You can add sides to any pizza or sub order, and the kitchen coordinates timing so everything arrives together. Preparation times vary depending on the item, but most appetizers take less than ten minutes once cooking begins. These sides are available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery within Pontiac.

What People Want to Know Ahead of Time

Customers in Pontiac usually ask about portion sizes, pairing suggestions, and how the appetizers compare to similar items at other restaurants before adding them to their order.

What appetizers pair best with pizza?

Items that add a different texture or flavor profile work well, such as adding a sweet dessert like our cinnamon sticks. 

How many people does one order of cheesy dough nuggets feed?

Our cheesy dough nuggests do not come in a small size, these are available in medium or large. Meduim serves two-four people and the large serves around three-five people. 

Why do we bake our food and not fry? 

We believe baking our food provides a healthier and more consistant product, we currently do not have frying capabilites at this time. 


Can I order sides without ordering a main meal?

You can order appetizers or sides on their own in Pontiac, either as a light meal or as snacks for a gathering. The kitchen prepares them the same way regardless of what else you order. We enforce a minumum delivery amount of $25. 

How long do appetizers stay hot after I pick them up?

Eating them soon after pickup gives you the best texture and flavor, however we cover all appetizers in aluminum foil to keep them fresh and hot for as long as possible. 

Pizza By Marchellonis prepares appetizers and sides fresh in Pontiac, using the same care and quality applied to every other menu item. Call (815) 844-5522 to place your order or visit the contact page to ask about available options.