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Classic neighborhood staple
Bella Pizza
Brooklyn • Casual Italian-American Pizzeria • Best For Weeknight Takeout
A Brooklyn standby known for generous toppings, hearty pies, and no-fuss comfort food.
Bella Pizza feels like the local shop everyone in the neighborhood has on speed dial. The crust leans classic Midwest—sturdy enough to hold a serious amount of cheese and toppings, but still soft at the edges. It’s a go-to for big-sheet party pizzas, loaded subs, and easy family dinners when you want something reliable and satisfying.
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Best pizza-and-pub combo
Dina's Pizza & Pub
Old Brooklyn • Lively Pizza Pub • Game-Day Pick
A bustling Old Brooklyn spot where crisp-edged pies share the spotlight with wings, cold beer, and sports on TV.
Dina’s has the feel of a true neighborhood pub, but the pizza is taken seriously, with a well-browned crust and toppings that go beyond the basics. It’s the kind of place where locals settle in for a whole evening—ordering a round of pies, a pile of wings, and watching the game. Expect a louder, energetic crowd and portions built for sharing.
03
Best for big, bold slices
Crust
Tremont • Slice Shop And Whole-Pie Spot • Late-Afternoon And Evening Hangout
Oversized, foldable slices and creative topping combos make Crust worth the short drive from Brooklyn.
Crust is known for its hefty New York-style slices with a distinctly Cleveland personality—think hearty, inventive pies and a crust that stays crisp even under loaded toppings. The Tremont location fits right into the neighborhood’s artsy, laid-back vibe, making it an easy stop before or after a night out. If you’re feeding a crew, a couple of whole pies will go a long way.
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Refined neighborhood standout
Il Rione
Detroit-Shoreway • Upscale-Casual Pizzeria • Date-Night Pick
A cozy west side pizzeria specializing in charred, chewy-crust pies with thoughtfully sourced toppings.
Il Rione brings a slightly more polished feel to the pizza game without losing its neighborhood charm. The pies come out blistered from the oven with a chewy, airy crust and balanced, often simple toppings that let good ingredients speak for themselves. It’s an excellent choice when you want pizza that feels special enough for a night out but still relaxed and unpretentious.
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Best pizza-and-beer playground
Saucy Brew Works
Ohio City • Craft Brewery With Pizza • Group-Friendly Hangout
A spacious Ohio City brewpub pairing house-made beers with playful, shareable pizzas.
Saucy Brew Works is ideal when your group can’t choose between going out for drinks or for pizza—you get both under one roof. The crust has a satisfying chew and holds up well to toppings that lean fun and sometimes over-the-top, perfect alongside a flight of their own beers. With plenty of seating and a lively atmosphere, it’s an easy meet-up spot for friends coming from around the west side, including Brooklyn.