Gusto's Family Pizzeria - Breaded Pork Tenderloin Restaurant

Dawson, Illinois

Restaurant Information

Address:: 10230 Old Rte 36, Dawson, IL 62520, USA
Phone:: (217) 364-4546
Price Range:: $

Rating Summary

3.50 out of 5 stars based on 2 customer reviews.

Visitors to Gusto's Family Pizzeria have rated their breaded pork tenderloin experience and shared their feedback below.

About Gusto's Family Pizzeria

Gusto's Family Pizzeria in Dawson, IL. Rated 3.5/5. Famous for thick, crispy breaded pork tenderloin and family-friendly dining.

Gusto's Family Pizzeria is located in Dawson, Illinois and serves breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, a beloved Midwest tradition. Whether you're a local or passing through, this restaurant offers an authentic BPT experience.

Customer Reviews

Neil H. - 4 out of 5 stars December 7, 2025

This is a small spot so don't blink or you will miss it. The tenderloin was good, albeit it needed to drain a bit. Thin on the scale but not bad. I got the hand-cut fries, which are my preferred as I like the skin. Friendly staff, so don’t hesitate to stop by and help a local place out.

Tony E. - 3 out of 5 stars August 6, 2025

Visited Gusto's for the first time today and got the tenderloin shoe. From the pictures, the tenderloin looked very good. Still looked decent in person but not what I was hoping for. It was pretty thin (which is ok by me. I don’t mind a thin one if cooked right.). This one was cooked well; however, the breading wasn’t the best. It was plain and underseasoned and honestly looked like it may have been a pre-breaded frozen tenderloin. Not 100% sure. Definitely needed a better breading. Other than that, it was pretty good. The cheese sauce was very good and the fries were delicious. I’m glad I got the horseshoe or I have a feeling I would have been disappointed. Also, the rest of Gusto’s menu looks very good.

Gusto's Family Pizzeria - Breaded Pork Tenderloin in Dawson, Illinois

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