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Best overall pick
Leonardo's Pizza Fairlawn
Across From Summit Mall • Classic Italian Pizzeria • Local Institution
Award-winning, old-school pies made the same way Fairlawn regulars have loved for years.
Leonardo’s is the spot locals name first when you ask where to grab pizza near the mall. The menu leans traditional—think sturdy, foldable crust, a balanced red sauce, and generously topped specialty pies that still feel classic rather than gimmicky. It works just as well for a sit-down family meal as it does a big carryout order on a Friday night.
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Best New York–style slices
Mr. G's Pizzeria & Wings
West Market Street Corridor • New York–Style Slice Shop • Best For Wings And Pizza
Thin, New York–style pies and a big wing lineup make this a go-to game-day stop.
Mr. G’s builds its reputation on crisp, foldable New York–style crust topped all the way to the edge. The wings get almost as much local attention as the pizza, so it’s an easy one-call solution when you’re feeding a crowd. Expect a casual, no-nonsense setup focused on takeout and delivery, with enough variety to keep everyone at the table happy.
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Best for big appetites
Gionino's Pizzeria
Neighborhood Strip Off West Market • Carryout And Delivery Shop • Go-To For Big Group Orders
Hearty, toppings-packed pies and classic sides built for hungry families and team nights.
Gionino’s is a regional favorite that leans into generously topped pizzas with a comfort-food feel. Thick layers of cheese, sturdy crust, and crowd-pleasing toppings make it ideal when you’re feeding a team, office, or extended family. Round out the order with chicken, jojo potatoes, and other sides that travel well from the counter to your kitchen table.
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Best from-scratch pies
Big Star Pizza
Copley/Fairlawn Border • Family-Run Pizzeria • Best For Customizable Pies
A from-scratch shop where you can build exactly the pizza you’re craving.
Just a short drive from Fairlawn, Big Star Pizza in Copley is known for making its dough and pies from scratch with fresh ingredients. The crust lands in the sweet spot between chewy and crisp, and the topping list invites you to customize everything from a basic cheese to a fully loaded specialty combo. It’s a reliable choice when you want something a bit more personal than a standard chain order without going far from town.
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Best late-night option
Totally Baked Pizza
Montrose/West Akron Area • Late-Night Takeout Spot • Best For Night Owls
A convenient go-to for hearty pies and slices that keep serving well into the night.
Totally Baked Pizza caters to the late-night crowd with hours that run to midnight most of the week, making it a clutch option after events or long shifts. The vibe is casual and squarely focused on takeout and delivery, with straightforward, satisfying pizzas that are easy to share. It’s the kind of place locals keep in their phone contacts for those times when every other kitchen in the area has already closed.