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Best overall pick
Avalanche Pizza
East Athens • Creative Artisan Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A cult-favorite Athens shop known for wildly creative, wood-fired pies and quality ingredients.
Avalanche Pizza is the spot Athens food people point to when you ask where to get truly memorable pizza. The menu leans into inventive combinations, long-fermented dough, and plenty of vegetarian and meat-heavy options alike. It’s a bit of a drive from Amesville, but ideal when you want a destination-worthy pie instead of just another takeout night.
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Best for a quick slice
Goodfella's Pizza
Uptown Athens • College-Town Slice Shop • Late-Night Favorite
Big, foldable slices and whole pies served fast right off Court Street.
Goodfella's is a classic uptown Athens experience, with New York–style slices ready to go and whole pies if you’re feeding a group. It can be lively, especially on weekends, but that’s part of the charm if you’re coming in from Amesville for an evening in town. Stop here when you want something casual, quick, and reliably satisfying after a game, show, or wander around campus.
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Best for families and teams
Pizza Crossing
Downtown Nelsonville • Classic Family Pizzeria • Best For Families
Hearty, loaded pizzas and roomy seating make this a go-to for groups.
Pizza Crossing in Nelsonville is a favorite in northern Athens County for thick, generously topped pies and crowd-pleasing sides. It’s the kind of place where a couple of large pizzas easily feed a family or a small team after a game. From Amesville, it’s an easy drive up Route 550 and feels like a reliable stand-by when you don’t want to think too hard about where to go.
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Best for big delivery radius
Plus1 Pizza
The Plains • Carryout And Delivery Chain • Best For Delivery
Customizable pizzas and subs with a reputation for reaching the smaller towns and back roads.
Plus1 Pizza is a regional chain that’s built its following on solid, customizable pies and a willingness to deliver beyond the main streets. The Plains location is especially handy for Amesville-area households who’d rather stay put on a rainy night. Expect classic toppings, plenty of specialty options, and value-focused deals that make it easy to feed a crowd.
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Best for game-night orders
Donatos Pizza
East State Street Corridor • Thin-Crust Regional Chain • Best For Large Orders
Crispy thin-crust pizza cut into squares, ideal for sharing with a group.
Donatos on Athens’ east side is a dependable choice when you need to feed several people with minimal fuss. The signature thin crust, edge-to-edge toppings, and square-cut slices make it easy to put out a few different pies and let everyone graze. From Amesville, it’s a straightforward drive into town, and online ordering keeps pickup and delivery simple on busy evenings.