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Best overall pick
Padrone's Pizza of Shawnee
South Dixie Highway Corridor • Neighborhood Pizzeria With Classic And Specialty Pies • Go-To For Fort Shawnee Locals
A Shawnee standby known for generous toppings, friendly service, and consistently good pies.
Padrone's is the kind of place Fort Shawnee residents keep on speed dial, with a menu that balances reliable classics and a few more creative specialty pizzas. The crust lands in that sweet spot between soft and crisp, and they never skimp on cheese or toppings. It’s an easy choice whether you’re feeding the family or grabbing a couple of pies for a game night at home.
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Best for groups and game nights
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill
Allentown Road Corridor • Lively Sports Bar And Pizza Grill • Top Choice For Big Gatherings
A bustling spot with big pies, lots of TVs, and a full menu that keeps everyone at the table happy.
Beer Barrel is a short drive from Fort Shawnee and worth it when you want pizza plus the energy of a packed dining room. Expect hearty, shareable pizzas, plenty of toppings, and enough non-pizza options to satisfy the one person in the group who’s craving something else. It’s especially popular on weekends and game days, so plan for a bit of a crowd.
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Classic Shawnee carryout
Curly's Pizza & Subs
Spencerville Road / Shawnee Township • Old-School Takeout Pizza And Subs Shop • Best For Quick Carryout Near Shawnee
A low-key local favorite where the focus is simple: hot, satisfying pizza and subs ready for pickup.
Curly's leans into the no-frills, local-carryout vibe, and that’s exactly why people keep coming back. The pizzas are sturdy, saucy, and built to travel well, making them ideal for a quick stop on the way home through Shawnee Township. Add in a couple of subs or breadsticks and you’ve got an easy dinner without much planning.
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Delivery night staple
Fat Jack's Pizza
East Lima / Bellefontaine Avenue • Local Delivery-Focused Pizza Joint • Reliable Choice For Easy Weeknight Dinner
A longstanding Lima-area chain turning out crowd-pleasing pies that are made for delivery and takeout.
Fat Jack's is a familiar name around Lima, and Fort Shawnee households regularly call on it when nobody feels like cooking. The crust tends toward the soft and chewy side, with plenty of cheese and a sauce that leans classic, not fancy. It’s the kind of pizza that fits seamlessly into movie nights, sleepovers, and last-minute gatherings.
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Best pizza-and-sub combo
Bellacino's Pizza & Grinders
Northwest Lima Retail Strip • Casual Counter-Service Pizza And Grinder Shop • Good Pick Before Or After Shopping
A versatile stop where you can pair a fresh-baked pizza with toasty grinders in a laid-back setting.
Bellacino's makes sense when you’re already up on the northwest side of Lima running errands and want something better than a food court slice. The pizzas have a satisfying, bakery-style crust and work well alongside their signature grinders, which are baked until the bread is crisp and the cheese melts into the fillings. It’s a comfortable, quick option that still feels like a local choice rather than a generic chain.