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Best overall pick
Dudley's Pizza
Damascus • Brick-Oven Family Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A small-town spot turning out crisp brick-oven pizzas with a friendly, church-basement kind of hospitality.
Dudley's is the rare place in a rural crossroads town where the pizza feels genuinely destination-worthy. The crust comes out with a light char and just enough chew, topped with well-seasoned sauce and generous cheese that holds up on the drive home. Locals treat it as an easy weeknight standby, but it is worth planning a detour if you are anywhere near Damascus.
02
Worth-the-drive classic
Ezio's Italian Restaurant
Salem • Sit-Down Italian Restaurant With Pizza • Best For Lingering Dinners
Old-school Italian comfort with a pizza menu that rewards taking your time over a pie and a salad.
In nearby Salem, Ezio's feels like the kind of place families have been coming to for years, and the pizza shows why. Pies are hearty, with a slightly thicker crust, plenty of mozzarella, and toppings that skew classic rather than experimental. It is an easy choice when you want a proper table-service meal but still want pizza at the center of the table.
03
Speedy carryout choice
Domino's Pizza
East Salem • National Delivery And Carryout Chain • Best For Late-Night Delivery
Fast, predictable pizza that delivers out toward the Damascus back roads when smaller shops are closed.
The Salem Domino's is the workhorse option for anyone on the eastern edge of town or out toward Damascus who just wants hot pizza on the doorstep. The menu is exactly what you expect, from build-your-own hand-tossed pies to specialty combinations and stuffed cheesy bread. It may not be a special-occasion choice, but it is hard to beat when you need something quick after a game or a long drive.
04
Family night standby
Pizza Hut
West Salem • Casual Dine-In And Carryout Chain • Best For Families
Pan pizzas, breadsticks, and big booths make this a comfortable, no-surprises stop with kids in tow.
On the west side of Salem, Pizza Hut remains a familiar option for groups that want plenty of food and simple choices. The signature pan crust, with its buttery edge and soft interior, is still the draw, especially loaded with pepperoni or a supreme mix. It is the kind of place where you can spread out, let the kids share a pitcher of soda, and not worry about anyone rushing you out the door.
05
Game-day go-to
Pizza Oven
Alliance • Local Chain Pizzeria • Best For Crowd-Pleasing Takeout
A Mahoning Valley staple known for sturdy, square-cut pies that hold up for big groups and busy nights.
Alliance's Pizza Oven is a popular choice for anyone willing to drive a little farther from Damascus for a more regional style of pie. The crust is firm enough to stand up under plenty of toppings, and the square cut makes it easy to feed a mix of kids and adults without a lot of fuss. It is especially handy for game days or casual get-togethers where a couple of large boxes are expected to disappear quickly.