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Best overall pick
Pisanello's Pizza
Downtown Kenton • Classic Small-Town Ohio Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A go-to Kenton staple for customizable pies, thick-cut pepperoni, and easy family dinners after a short drive from Forest.
Pisanello's feels like the kind of place every small town leans on for Friday nights, ballgame parties, and last-minute takeout. The crust is sturdy enough for plenty of toppings, and their specialty combinations and generous pepperoni are what regulars talk about most. If you want a crowd-pleasing pizza spot that’s worth the drive without feeling like a big chain, start here.
02
Best for big appetites
Michael Angelo's Pizza
South Kenton • Hearty Carryout And Delivery Joint • Best For Shareable Pies
Known for substantial, topping-loaded pizzas that travel well back to Forest for movie nights and game days.
Michael Angelo's leans into hearty, shareable pizzas with lots of cheese and toppings, plus sides like subs and wings to round out an order. It’s a popular choice for families who want enough food to feed a small crowd without overcomplicating things. Call ahead, grab your boxes, and you’ll be back on the road to Forest before the cheese has a chance to cool.
03
Best for variety
East of Chicago Pizza
Downtown Upper Sandusky • Casual Midwest Pizza Chain • Best For Groups With Mixed Tastes
A flexible option with pan, thin, and specialty pizzas, ideal when your group can’t agree on one style.
East of Chicago in Upper Sandusky offers a wide range of crusts and toppings, from classic pan pizzas to loaded specialty pies and stuffed crusts. It’s the spot locals suggest when everyone wants something a little different, whether that’s a simple pepperoni or a fully loaded meat-lovers. The easygoing, family-friendly setup makes it a relaxed stop before driving back through the fields to Forest.
04
Best familiar comfort
Pizza Hut
East Upper Sandusky • Family-Friendly National Chain • Best For Classic Comfort Picks
A reliable choice for pan pizza, breadsticks, and wings when you want something familiar after a day on the road.
Upper Sandusky’s Pizza Hut gives you the classic pan and hand-tossed pies you’d expect, plus the nostalgic breadsticks and wings that keep people coming back. It’s an easy pick when you don’t feel like experimenting and just want dependable comfort food. Pair a couple of large pizzas with wings, and you’ve got an effortless dinner to take back to Forest or enjoy in town.
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Best small-town hangout
Jac & Do's Pizza
Arlington Village Center • Cozy Neighborhood Pizza Spot • Best For Laid-Back Nights Out
A relaxed local favorite in Arlington with a friendly vibe and well-priced pizzas that make the short drive from Forest feel worthwhile.
Jac & Do's has the low-key, everyone-knows-everyone atmosphere that makes small-town Ohio dining charming. Pizzas lean classic—think well-browned cheese, ample toppings, and a crust that hits the sweet spot between soft and crisp. It’s a good choice when you want to sit down with friends or family instead of rushing straight back home with takeout.