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Best overall pick
Lucy Blue Pizza
Clough Pike Near Cherry Grove • By-The-Slice Neighborhood Spot • Local Favorite For Creative Pies
A laid-back east-side standby known for crisp crust, big slices, and fun topping combinations.
If you want something that feels distinctly local but not fussy, Lucy Blue hits the sweet spot. Grab a couple of specialty pies for the table or mix and match slices so everyone can try something different. It is an easy go-to for casual nights when you care more about great flavor than white tablecloths.
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Best for specialty pies
Dewey's Pizza
Beechmont Avenue In Anderson Township • Sit-Down Craft Pizzeria • Best For Groups And Families
A polished yet relaxed spot where hand-tossed pies, inventive toppings, and an open kitchen keep everyone entertained.
Dewey's is the move when you want something a step up from takeout without feeling overly formal. The menu leans heavily on creative combinations, but you can always build your own if you are in the mood for something classic. Expect friendly service, plenty of families, and enough variety to make even the pickiest eater happy.
03
Cincinnati classic pick
LaRosa's Pizzeria Anderson
Anderson Towne Center • Casual Family Pizzeria • Best For Nostalgic Cincinnati Flavor
A hometown staple serving sweet-sauced pies, big menus, and crowd-pleasing comfort food.
LaRosa's is where a lot of east-siders grew up eating pizza, and the Anderson location keeps that tradition going. The thin, slightly chewy crust and sweeter sauce are very much a Cincinnati thing, which is exactly the point for many regulars. With pasta, wings, and hoagies alongside the pies, it works well for larger groups with mixed tastes.
04
Best for pan pizza and drinks
Taglio
Columbia-Tusculum Riverfront • Modern Pan-Pizza Bar • Best For A Night Out With Friends
Crispy-edged pan pizzas, smart toppings, and a solid drink list make this worth the short drive from Cherry Grove.
Taglio specializes in thicker, square-cut pies with a crackly edge and a good balance of cheese and sauce. The toppings skew more modern, with plenty of options beyond basic pepperoni. It is a strong choice when you want to make pizza the centerpiece of a night out rather than just a quick bite.
05
Late-night slice stop
Ramundo's Pizzeria
Mt. Lookout Square • New York–Style Slice Shop • Best For Grab-And-Go Slices
Big, foldable slices and no-frills counter service make this a dependable option after a run through the nearby bars.
Ramundo's leans hard into the New York–style experience, from the oversized slices to the thin, foldable crust. It is ideal when you want something quick but still crave a proper pizzeria pie rather than generic delivery. Swing by for a slice and a drink, or grab a whole pie to take back toward Cherry Grove.