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Best overall pick
Ha Ha Pizza
Downtown Yellow Springs • Bohemian Vegetarian-Friendly Pizzeria • Local Legend
A Yellow Springs institution turning out creative, often veggie-loaded pies with a crunchy crust and laid-back vibe.
Ha Ha Pizza is the kind of place where you can load a pie with fresh veggies, unusual toppings, and still feel like you are eating classic comfort food. The room is casual and artsy, making it an easy stop after a hike at Clifton Gorge or a stroll through downtown Yellow Springs. Come for the build-your-own options and stay for the people-watching at the front windows.
02
Best for game night takeout
Bentino's Pizza
South Yellow Springs • Family-Friendly Delivery Shop • Best For Groups
Straightforward, well-topped pies and hearty sides that are ideal when you want classic pizza night without any fuss.
Bentino's in Yellow Springs is the go-to when you are feeding a crowd back in Clifton or at a nearby rental. The crust leans classic American, with plenty of cheese and toppings that hold up well to a short drive on country roads. Add in wings, subs, and a few trays of cheesy bread and you have an easy group spread covered.
03
Best New York-style slices
Bada Bing! Pizzeria
Downtown Springfield • New York-Style Neighborhood Pizzeria • Best For Big Appetites
Big foldable slices, garlic knots, and hearty pies make this Springfield shop worth the quick hop up the road.
Bada Bing! leans into classic New York-style pizza, with thin, pliable slices and generous toppings that satisfy a serious pizza craving. The setting is casual and upbeat, convenient if you are pairing a Clifton outing with time in downtown Springfield. It is an easy choice when you want to grab a couple of large pies and a box of garlic knots to share.
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Best for classic red-sauce vibes
Little Italy's Pizza
Central Xenia • Old-School Italian Pizza Parlor • Best For Red-Sauce Traditionalists
A no-nonsense pizza joint with plenty of cheese, zesty sauce, and a hometown feel in the middle of Xenia.
Little Italy's has the kind of familiar, old-school charm that feels instantly comfortable after a day exploring the countryside around Clifton. Expect thick layers of cheese, plenty of pepperoni, and a slightly crisp crust that holds up under generous toppings. It is especially good for families looking for a sit-down meal that still feels casual and affordable.
05
Best sit-down Italian
Giovanni's Ristorante & Pizzeria
Historic Fairborn • Classic Italian Restaurant With Pizza • Local Favorite
A long-running Fairborn landmark serving thin, edge-to-edge pizzas alongside pasta and other Italian comfort dishes.
Giovanni's makes a great destination when you want pizza to feel like a full night out rather than just a quick bite. The pies come with a crisp, fairly thin crust and toppings spread right to the edge, so every slice feels substantial. It is an easy choice if you have a mix of pizza lovers and pasta fans in the group and do not mind a slightly longer drive from Clifton.