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Best overall pick
LaRosa’s Pizzeria – Springdale
Springdale • Classic Cincinnati-Style Family Pizzeria • Go-To Neighborhood Standby
A few minutes from Glendale, LaRosa’s Springdale is the reliable, big-portion pizza stop most locals grow up on.
If you want the signature Cincinnati-style pie—slightly sweet sauce, plenty of cheese, and crust that holds up under toppings—this is the place. The Springdale location is close enough for a quick takeout run from Glendale but roomy enough for big family tables and team parties. Expect friendly, fast service and a menu that keeps non-pizza people happy too.
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Best for creative toppings
Dewey’s Pizza – Kenwood
Kenwood • Lively Craft-Pie Pizzeria • Best For Food-Focused Hangouts
Dewey’s in Kenwood turns out consistently excellent crust and inventive topping combos within an easy hop from Glendale.
This is where you go when you care as much about the dough as the toppings. Dewey’s open kitchen, rotating seasonal pies, and easy half-and-half options make it ideal for mixed tastes and small groups. Swing by after a Kenwood shopping run or make it your weekend destination for a slightly more upscale—but still casual—pizza night.
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Best square-cut pies
Taglio – Montgomery Road
Montgomery • Modern Pizzeria With Thick And Thin Options • Best For Indulgent Pizza Night
Taglio’s Montgomery Road shop serves cheesy, crispy-edged pies that feel like a treat without being fussy.
Taglio is known for its craveable, square-cut pizzas with a caramelized edge and balanced toppings, along with well-executed thin-crust rounds. It’s a bit of a destination from Glendale, but the quality makes the short drive up Montgomery Road worthwhile. Pair a shareable pie with a salad and something from the tap list for a low-key but seriously good dinner.
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Best small-batch shop
Trophy Pizza
Evendale • Cozy, Craft-Focused Pizzeria • Best For Dough Obsessives
Tucked in nearby Evendale, Trophy Pizza feels like a hidden gem for people who notice little details in their crust.
The menu is tighter than at the big chains, but that’s part of the appeal: every pie feels thoughtfully put together. Expect well-fermented dough, quality toppings, and a staff that’s happy to talk you through their favorites. It’s an easy detour on the way home from I-75 and a smart choice when you want something a notch more artisan without a long sit-down experience.
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Best for big groups
Fratelli’s Pizzeria
West Chester • Casual New York–Style Spot • Best For Sharing Extra-Large Pies
Fratelli’s in West Chester is the move when you want giant foldable slices and big pies to feed a crowd from Glendale.
This is a straightforward, family-run pizzeria that leans into New York–inspired pies with thin, chewy crust and classic toppings. The extra-large sizes make it perfect for gatherings, and there’s enough variety—white pies, loaded specials, and straightforward cheese—to keep everyone covered. Call ahead for takeout on busy weekends and you can be back in Glendale with hot boxes in under half an hour.