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Best overall pick
Purola's Harbor Deli (BSP)
Harbor District • Family-Run Italian Deli And Pizzeria • Local Favorite For All-Around Italian Comfort
A harbor staple serving generously topped pizzas alongside classic subs, pastas, and salads in a laid-back setting.
Purola's has the kind of local, family-run feel that keeps people coming back for both weekday takeout and relaxed weekend dinners. The pizza crust leans toward classic American—sturdy, chewy, and built to hold plenty of toppings, from old-school pepperoni to loaded specialty pies. Round it out with their subs or a pasta dish and you’ve got an easy crowd-pleaser for mixed tastes.
02
Most buzzed-about
Nights & Weekends Pizzeria
Historic Ashtabula Harbor • Wood-Fired Neapolitan-Style Pizzeria • Date-Night And Food-Lover Pick
A cozy Bridge Street spot turning out blistered, wood-fired pies with creative toppings and a strong drinks list.
Nights & Weekends brings big-city Neapolitan energy to the harbor, with charred, airy crusts and minimalist toppings that let good ingredients shine. It’s the place locals recommend when friends are in from out of town, especially if you want to walk the riverfront before or after. Go for one of the seasonal pies, pair it with a beer or cocktail during happy hour, and plan to linger rather than just grab-and-go.
03
Classic neighborhood shop
Capo's Pizza III
Near Ashtabula Harbor • Old-School Pizza And Wings Joint • Best For Families And Game Nights
Long-running local pizzeria known for hearty pies, wings, and grinders that feed a crowd without fuss.
Capo’s Pizza III has been part of the area’s routine for decades, the kind of spot where regulars have a go-to order and staff know it by heart. The pizza is unapologetically hearty, with plenty of cheese and sauce, and their wings and grinders are go-to add-ons for bigger groups. It’s a reliable choice when you want to keep everyone full during a game, movie night, or casual family get-together.
04
Takeout staple
Salvato's Pizza
Prospect Road Corridor • Casual Carryout Pizzeria • Best For Quick Pickup And Curbside
A straightforward, locals’ takeout favorite with consistent pies, friendly service, and easy curbside pickup.
Salvato’s focuses on what matters for a weeknight pizza run: solid crust, plenty of toppings, and fast, no-drama pickup. Regulars like it for its consistency and for being one of the easier options when you’re driving home along Prospect and suddenly decide it’s pizza night. Order a couple of large pies and some sides, swing through curbside, and you’re home with dinner in minutes.
05
Reliable chain option
Papa Johns Pizza – Metcalf Dr
Near Route 20 And Metcalf Drive • National Delivery-Focused Pizzeria • Late-Night And Delivery Workhorse
A familiar chain outpost offering late hours, online ordering, and predictable pizzas when convenience matters most.
While it’s not a mom-and-pop shop, this Papa Johns location earns its spot on the list by being there when others are closed, especially later in the evening. The menu is exactly what you expect—build-your-own pizzas, specialty pies, breadsticks, and wings—with easy app and web ordering. It’s the practical pick for late-night cravings, bigger orders for parties, or when you simply want delivery without surprises.