01
Best overall pick
Zep's Pizza & More
In East Rochester On Oh-172 • Bar-Style Pizza And Wings • Go-To Local Hangout
A small-town bar and pizzeria that feels like the living room of East Rochester.
Zep’s serves the kind of sturdy, cheesy pies that hold up to a night of talking with neighbors over a pitcher. The crust is hearty, the toppings are generous, and the wings and subs make it easy to feed a mixed group. It’s the closest thing East Rochester has to a built-in community dining room, and that familiarity is a big part of the appeal.
02
Classic small-town slice
Mary's Pizza
Downtown Lisbon • Old-School Family Pizzeria • Best For Classic Columbiana County Pies
A long-running Lisbon favorite known for its nostalgic, saucy pies and no-fuss atmosphere.
Mary’s is the sort of family-run spot where recipes don’t change much from decade to decade, and that’s exactly why people drive in from the countryside. Expect a slightly sweet red sauce, plenty of cheese, and thin, well-done crust that’s easy to polish off by the slice. It’s a great option when you want that unmistakable small-town Ohio pizzeria feel.
03
Toppings and crust options
East of Chicago Pizza
Minerva Strip Along Lincoln Way • Carryout And Delivery Pan-Pizza Shop • Best For Big Group Takeout
A flexible, build-it-how-you-like-it choice with pan, thin, and specialty pizzas geared toward feeding a crowd.
East of Chicago in Minerva is tailor-made for game nights and family gatherings, with crust choices and topping combos that cater to nearly everyone. The signature pan pizzas come out thick, soft, and loaded, while the thin crust works well for lighter appetites. Add in breadsticks, wings, and salads and you can cover the whole table with one call.
04
Sit-down Italian favorite
Pangrazio's Pizza & Spaghetti
East Alliance Corridor • Italian Pasta-And-Pizza House • Best For Lingering Dinners
A cozy Italian spot where pizza shares the stage with big plates of spaghetti and other comfort food.
Pangrazio’s is worth the extra drive when you want more than just a quick slice, with round and square pizzas alongside hearty pasta, sandwiches, and salads. The dough leans soft and chewy, and the square pizzas in particular have a loyal following. Grab a booth, order a couple of pies for the table, and make a night of it instead of rushing back out the door.
05
Reliable chain choice
Pizza Hut
On The East Side Of Minerva • Family-Friendly National Chain • Best For Kids And Picky Eaters
A familiar option with pan pizzas, breadsticks, and pasta that keep everyone at the table comfortable.
When you’re wrangling kids or a group that doesn’t like surprises, the Minerva Pizza Hut is an easy default. The classic pan crust, stuffed-crust upgrades, and straightforward topping lineup make ordering almost automatic. It’s not the most adventurous pick on this list, but it’s consistent, quick, and reliably close to East Rochester.