Paola's Pizza Barn - Sandy

Took forever to get our small pizza-over 40 minutes from order. Not very good. Terrible smell in the restaurant-like the bathroom. Horrible. Will not be back

Good pizza..... good crust . Not over cooked . It's been along time since we've been here . It's nice to come back

To make it more bearable, we tried to drown the pizza in Ranch dressing for laughs, but we were shocked to find out it cost $2 for each cup! Before coming, I had called to ask if the games upstairs were open again, reminiscing about the fun I had as a kid. They reassured me with descriptions, but we only found a pinball machine and a toy dispenser—hardly the entertainment I expected. Downstairs featured claw machines, which we all know aren’t worth the time or money. We were charged $25, and to top it off, there was no manager on duty to address our concerns. I ended up driving home to feed my kids afterward. I'm not even sure our chickens would be interested in the leftovers. Honestly, I don't understand how this place stays in business; it was completely empty, just like every other time we've visited. I hesitated to post this review on local pages, fearing backlash for giving them another chance despite the ongoing complaints from the community. Instead, I searched for an email and ended up writing my first Yelp review. I also want to mention that the tables were filthy, even though the place was empty. The tablecloths were stained and covered in crumbs—disgusting! I had to clean off the area around my toddler's high chair before we could sit down. And plastic Dixie cups? Really? It’s just details like these that paint a disappointing picture of our experience.

I won't be returning. We waited a full hour for our food, and our appetizers came out last. They forgot our sides, the burger was overcooked and sent back, only to be returned burnt again. The menu offers only one vegetarian option—a salad. The cheese ravioli came smothered in a meat sauce, which may taste good but wasn't mentioned on the menu. This resulted in a frustrating waste of time and money, as I ended up with just a few burnt cheese sticks after an hour and 15 minutes of waiting. Additionally, the host didn't seem eager to seat us and hinted at reservations, making me unsure if they could accommodate a party of four. I should have trusted my instincts and left when I sensed the negative vibe.

Since I began snowboarding as a kid, we have always made it a point to stop here for a delicious pizza after a fantastic day on the slopes. Each time we've visited, we've never been let down; the pizza has consistently been excellent. I really enjoy the vintage barn atmosphere and the overall ambiance. They also have a bar with some great selections. The wings were fantastic too. If you're traveling between Portland and Mt. Hood, don't miss this hidden gem!