01
Best overall pick
Cocca's Pizza
North State Street Corridor • Classic Local Pizzeria • Local Favorite
The Girard location of this Youngstown-area mini chain turns out consistently crowd-pleasing pies with plenty of cheese and a sturdy crust.[3]
Set on N State St, Cocca's Pizza is the spot locals lean on for Friday-night takeout and casual family dinners.[3] The crust lands in that sweet spot between soft and crisp, with a tangy sauce that stands up well to classic toppings like pepperoni, sausage, and banana peppers. Portions are generous, so a large pie and an order of wedges or wings will easily cover a hungry group.
02
Best pizza-and-sports bar combo
Amen Corner
Near Downtown Girard • Italian Restaurant And Sports Bar • Best For Game Days
This lively Italian-leaning sports bar pairs hearty pizzas with wings, pasta, and plenty of screens for catching the game.[5]
Amen Corner blends a neighborhood sports-bar feel with a menu that runs from pizza and wings to classic Italian comfort dishes.[5] The pies are built for sharing over a game: chewy crust, lots of cheese, and generous toppings that hold up over a long night of talking and cheering. It is a natural choice when you want to linger over pitchers, watch a big matchup, and still get a solid, filling pizza.
03
Best chain comfort pick
Marco's Pizza
North Girard • National Pizza Chain Carryout • Best For Fast Takeout
The N State St Marco's gives Girard an easy go-to for familiar, customizable pizzas, subs, and cheesy bread.[1]
Marco's on N State St is the kind of reliable chain outpost that makes weeknight dinners and last-minute parties easy.[1] The menu leans into comfort food—think thick, cheesy pies, meaty specialty combinations, and indulgent sides like CheezyBread and wings. Online ordering and quick turnaround make it especially handy when you need hot food on the table without much planning.
04
Best nearby Youngstown-style pie
Uptown Pizza
Liberty / Belmont Avenue • Casual Neighborhood Spot • Worth The Short Drive
Just down the road in Liberty, Uptown serves the kind of saucy, cheesy pies that have made Youngstown-area pizza its own thing.[4]
Uptown Pizza in Liberty is a quick hop from Girard and a good bet when you are craving that classic Mahoning Valley style.[4] The crust is substantial without being heavy, with a bright, slightly sweet sauce and a generous blanket of cheese that stretches with every slice. It feels like a neighborhood joint, so it is an easy choice for a laid-back meal after errands on Belmont or a casual night out with friends.
05
Best late-night delivery
Domino's Pizza (Belmont Avenue)
Belmont Avenue Strip • Big-Name Delivery Chain • Late-Night Pick
The Belmont Avenue Domino's is a practical option for Girard when you want fast delivery, customizable crusts, and familiar toppings.[2]
When it is late, you are tired, and you just want something hot at the door, the Belmont Avenue Domino's reliably answers the call for much of Girard.[2] Build-your-own pies, multiple crust options, and sides like bread twists and wings make it easy to satisfy a mixed group. It is not a special-occasion destination, but for a no-fuss delivery fix, it earns its spot on the list.