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Best overall pick
Lorisa's Pizza
Downtown Bainbridge • Small-Town Takeout And Dine-In Pizzeria • Local Favorite
The hometown shop Bainbridge residents turn to first for a dependable pie close to home.
Right on Maple Street, Lorisa's is the classic small-town pizza joint where the staff tends to know regulars by name. The crust is a touch thicker than typical chain fare, with plenty of cheese and generous toppings that make a basic pepperoni or deluxe feel substantial. It’s a natural choice when you want to stay in the village and still get hot, made-to-order pizza without a long drive.
02
Worth-the-drive tavern pies
Cardo's Pizza & Tavern
Frankfort, About 10–15 Minutes North • Family Tavern With Classic Ohio-Style Pies • Best For Group Outings
A laid-back spot in nearby Frankfort, pairing crispy-edged pies with a full tavern menu and cold drinks.
Cardo’s in Frankfort is a go-to when a simple carryout order won’t cut it and you want a sit-down meal with the whole crew. Expect square-cut pizzas with a slightly crunchy crust, lots of toppings, and crowd-pleasers like loaded meat or veggie combinations. With a casual tavern vibe, it works just as well for a family dinner as it does for catching a game with friends over pizza and wings.
03
For wood-fired flavor
Fire & Stone Pizzeria
Downtown Chillicothe • Wood-Fired Pizzeria And Bar • Best For Date Night
A downtown Chillicothe spot known for blistered, wood-fired crusts and more creative topping combos.
If you’re up for the drive into Chillicothe, Fire & Stone offers a different style than the usual delivery places. Pizzas come out of the oven with a lightly charred, chewy crust and toppings that range from classic Margherita to options with seasonal ingredients and craft touches. The cozy dining room and bar make it a good pick when you want pizza to feel like more of an evening out than a quick pickup.
04
Chain standby done right
Donatos Pizza
N. Bridge Street, Chillicothe Shopping Strip • Fast-Casual Delivery And Carryout Chain • Delivery Go-To
A reliable regional chain, popular for its edge-to-edge toppings and easy online ordering.
On Chillicothe’s main commercial stretch, Donatos is the workhorse option when you’ve got a hungry group and don’t want any surprises. Their signature thin crust is cut into squares and loaded with toppings almost to the crust edge, which makes it great for sharing. Between predictable delivery, solid wings and salads, and frequent deals, it’s a practical choice for game nights or feeding a big family after a long day in town.
05
Regional classic
Giovanni's Pizza
Chillicothe Neighborhood Location • Old-School Regional Pizza Shop • Game-Night Staple
A southern Ohio standby turning out hearty, square-cut pizzas with a loyal local following.
Giovanni’s has the feel of a long-running regional chain that’s grown up alongside its communities, and the Chillicothe location is no exception. Pizzas are typically thick with cheese, slightly chewy, and cut into squares, with popular combinations like the house special or classic pepperoni and sausage. It’s the kind of place people from Bainbridge will swing by on their way home through town to stock the table for movie night or a big Buckeyes game.