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Best overall pick
Pizza Cottage Circleville
Circleville • Classic Ohio-Style Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A dependable stop for edge-to-edge toppings, cheesy pies, and easygoing service just a short drive from Darbyville.
Pizza Cottage leans into the Ohio-style tradition: thin, crisp crust, lots of cheese, and toppings spread right to the edge. The menu covers all the crowd-pleasers, from loaded meat combos to veggie pies and baked subs, so it works for mixed groups. It’s the kind of place locals use as a default when no one wants to argue about where to eat.
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Best for crispy thin crust
Donatos Pizza - Circleville
Circleville East Side • Chain Pizzeria With Thin-Crust Focus • Great For Carryout And Delivery
Circleville’s Donatos turns out signature extra-thin crust pizzas with precise, edge-to-edge toppings that travel well back to Darbyville.
If you like your crust extra thin and crackly, the Circleville Donatos is the reliable choice. Pizzas are cut into small squares, making them ideal for sharing around a living room coffee table or at a casual get-together. Online ordering and efficient carryout make it especially handy for a quick weeknight pick-up when you are coming through town.
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Best for big groups
Cristy's Pizza - Circleville
North Circleville • Family-Friendly Pizza Shop • Best For Families And Teams
Generous pies, shareable trays of pizza, and a straightforward menu make Cristy’s a go-to for families and youth sports teams.
Cristy’s offers hearty, square-cut pizzas with plenty of toppings and classic sides like breadsticks and wings. The atmosphere skews casual and kid-friendly, with enough space and flexibility to handle birthday parties or post-game team meals. It is a smart pick when you want to feed a lot of people without overcomplicating things.
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Best tavern-style pie
Plank's on Broadway
Historic Grove City Town Center • Old-School Tavern And Pizza Bar • Great For Date Night
A Grove City institution known for its hearty, tavern-style pizzas and relaxed, wood-paneled bar feel.
Plank’s on Broadway mixes a neighborhood bar vibe with some of the area’s most talked-about pizza, featuring substantial crusts and generous cheese. The historic Broadway setting makes it feel like an evening out, not just a quick bite, with plenty of character in the dining room. It is a good choice when you are willing to drive a bit farther from Darbyville for a sit-down pizza night with a couple of drinks.
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Game-day pick
Massey's Pizza Sports Bar & Wings - Grove City
Grove City North Side • Sports Bar With Columbus-Style Pizza • Best For Watching The Game
Massey’s pairs its Columbus-style square-cut pizza with plenty of TVs and a full sports bar setup.
At Massey’s in Grove City, you get crisp, square-cut pies alongside wings, sandwiches, and a steady lineup of games on the screens. The room is built for groups who want to linger over pitchers and pizza while they watch football or basketball. For Darbyville residents, it’s worth the drive when you want a louder, more energetic atmosphere than you will find closer to home.