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Best overall pick
Dor-Lo Pizza
Ashland – Downtown Corridor • Classic Small-Town Pizzeria • Best All-Around Choice
A long-running Ashland staple turning out saucy, cheese-loaded pies that are worth the drive from Cinnamon Lake.[5]
Dor-Lo is the kind of no-frills pizza shop locals grow up with and keep coming back to as adults.[5] Expect a menu built around generously topped round pies, with classic combinations and plenty of pepperoni-heavy orders flying out the door on weekends.[5] Call ahead for carryout on busy nights, especially if you’re picking up after a day at the lake.[5]
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Classic Ashland favorite
Besta Fasta Pizza
Ashland – East Main Street • Old-School Carryout Shop • Best For Thin, Crispy Crust
Known for its crackly thin crust and edge-to-edge toppings, Besta Fasta is a go-to for takeout on the east side of Ashland.[5]
Besta Fasta leans into that nostalgic, slightly crispy Ohio-style pie that travels well back to Cinnamon Lake.[5] The toppings go right to the edge, the cheese browns nicely, and the pizzas hold up in the box even on a 20-minute country drive.[5] Add an order of breadsticks or a second pie if you’re feeding a cabin full of hungry friends.[5]
03
Top family pick
Donna D's Family Pizza
Ashland – Claremont Avenue • Family-Friendly Pizza And Subs Joint • Best For Families And Teams
A relaxed, family-oriented spot with big pizzas, subs, and plenty of room to feed a crowd after games or lake days.[5]
Donna D’s leans hearty, with thick, filling pies and a lineup of subs and sides that make it easy to satisfy mixed tastes in one stop.[5] It’s an especially handy choice for youth sports teams or extended family gatherings when you want lots of food without overcomplicating the order.[5] Call in a few large pizzas and a tray of wings, then swing through Ashland on your way back to the lake.[5]
04
Wood-fired standout
Ohio Fire
Ashland – Uptown District • Wood-Fired Pizza And Taproom • Best For Craft Pizza Night
Ohio Fire brings a more modern, wood-fired take on pizza, with creative toppings and a casual taproom feel in Ashland.[5]
If you want something beyond classic takeout, Ohio Fire is the place to linger over a charred, bubbly-crusted pizza and a drink.[5] The menu usually features a mix of familiar favorites and seasonal combinations, so it’s a smart pick when part of the group likes to experiment a little.[5] Plan this for nights when you’re staying off the water and feel like making your pizza run a proper evening out.[5]
05
Closest easy option
East of Chicago Pizza
West Salem • Casual Small-Town Chain Pizzeria • Most Convenient Quick Stop From The Lake
A straightforward, close-to-the-lake option with familiar pan and thin-crust pies, plus a salad bar or buffet at peak times.
For nights when convenience matters more than tracking down a hidden gem, the West Salem East of Chicago is hard to beat from Cinnamon Lake. It offers the comfort of a familiar menu—think thick pan pies, cheesy bread, and basic salads—with a short drive and easy parking. It’s an especially practical choice for last-minute carryout when everyone at the cabin suddenly decides they’re hungry.