01
Closest small-town classic
Amigo's Pizza
Downtown Genoa • Small-Town Carryout Pizzeria • Best For Classic Carryout
A no-frills Genoa staple turning out reliably hot, cheesy pies just a few minutes from Clay Center.
Amigo's is the kind of place locals grow up on: generous toppings, sturdy crust, and plenty of cheese, with most people calling ahead for pickup. The menu leans into crowd-pleasers like loaded meat pies and veggie specials, plus wings and subs for mixing it up. It’s an easy go-to when you want something comforting and close without driving into the city.
02
Best pizza-and-a-game spot
Rayz Café
Genoa Main Strip • Lively Bar And Grill With Pizza • Best For Groups And Game Nights
A hometown bar-and-grill where the pizzas are as much of a draw as the TVs and cold beer.
Rayz feels like Genoa’s living room, with locals grabbing pizzas, burgers, and drinks while the game runs in the background. The crust is hearty enough to hold up under plenty of toppings, and specialty pies come loaded, not skimpy. It’s a good call when you want a casual night out with friends or need a place that keeps both the pizza fans and non-pizza eaters happy.
03
Best chain comfort pick
Marco's Pizza
Oak Harbor Commercial Strip • Takeout And Delivery Chain Pizzeria • Most Reliable For Big Orders
A familiar regional chain in Oak Harbor that delivers the same saucy, cheesy pies locals expect every time.
This Oak Harbor outpost of Marco's is a workhorse for busy nights, team parties, and family gatherings where you need a lot of pizza fast. The menu runs from classic pepperoni to customizable specialty pies, plus cheesy bread and salads to round things out. It’s not trying to be fancy, but it’s consistent, easy to order from, and close enough to Clay Center to keep everyone fed without much planning.
04
Best for a lake-day slice
Cameo Pizza
Port Clinton Lakefront Area • Classic Northern Ohio Pizza Joint • Best For Post-Lake Cravings
A well-known local name serving crisp-edged, loaded pizzas that hit the spot after a day on the water.
Cameo’s style leans toward tavern-style: a thinner crust, plenty of cheese, and toppings right out to the edge. It draws both Port Clinton regulars and lake visitors, so expect a lively crowd on summer weekends. If you’re pairing a Clay Center day trip with time by the lake, this is the kind of place you plan your hunger around.
05
Best sauce-forward pie
Vito's Pizza and Subs
Navarre Avenue In Oregon • Neighborhood Pizza And Sub Shop • Best For Hearty, Saucy Slices
A Toledo-area favorite in Oregon known for its bold sauce, heavy cheese, and seriously filling slices.
Vito’s leans into rich, savory flavors, with a sauce that stands out and toppings piled generously on a chewy, satisfying crust. The subs and wings make it easy to feed a mixed crowd, and the Navarre Avenue location is a natural stop if you’re already heading toward the Toledo side of the region. It’s a bit more of a drive from Clay Center, but many locals consider it worth the extra miles when they’re craving a bigger, heartier pie.