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Best overall pick
Fat Cat Pizza
Lancaster • Classic Ohio Thin-Crust Pizzeria • Local Favorite For All-Occasion Pizza Nights
A long-running Lancaster staple known for crispy-edged pies, generous toppings, and a relaxed, family-friendly vibe.
If you ask around Lancaster for a go-to pizza spot, Fat Cat comes up fast. The crust is that classic Ohio style—thin, crisp, and sturdy enough to handle a heavy hand with pepperoni and cheese. It’s the kind of place that works just as well for a quick carryout run from Hamburg as it does for lingering over a pitcher and a big pie with friends.
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Best for groups and families
Pizza Cottage
West Side Of Lancaster • Casual Sit-Down Pizza And Pasta Spot • Best For Big Groups And Family Dinners
A roomy, kid-friendly restaurant where you can spread out over big pizzas, breadsticks, and shareable appetizers.
Pizza Cottage is a smart choice when you’re hauling a carload of kids or meeting up with extended family from around Fairfield County. The menu goes beyond pizza with salads, wings, and pasta, but the draw is the consistently solid pies with plenty of topping combos. It’s an easy straight-shot drive from Hamburg and has enough space that you’re rarely squeezed in.
03
Best for takeout and delivery
Cristy’s Pizza
East Lancaster • Carryout-Focused Neighborhood Pizzeria • Best For Reliable Weeknight Takeout
A dependable stop for quick, hot pizzas and subs when you want something easy on a weeknight.
Cristy’s leans heavily toward carryout and delivery, which suits anyone in Hamburg looking for a simple route to pizza without a sit-down visit. Crusts run on the thinner side, with tidy, square-cut slices that travel well and reheat easily. Add in subs, salads, and wings, and it’s a practical pick when you’re feeding a crowd without much planning.
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Small-town classic
Don & Sue’s Pizza
Bremen • Family-Run Small-Town Pizzeria • Worth-The-Drive Hometown Favorite
A cozy Main Street shop where locals swear by the loaded pies and friendly, no-rush service.
Just a short country drive from Hamburg, Don & Sue’s has the kind of small-town charm you can’t fake. Pizzas come out well-topped with a slightly chewy crust, and the staff tends to remember regulars’ orders. It’s the spot to hit when you want to combine a quick trip into Bremen with a laid-back meal that feels very much like a local tradition.
05
Best value pick
Giovanni’s Pizza
Lancaster Outskirts • No-Frills Counter-Service Pizza Shop • Best For Affordable Slices And Specials
A straightforward, budget-friendly joint turning out hearty pizzas, subs, and wings without fuss.
Giovanni’s is ideal when price matters as much as flavor, especially if you’re ordering for a team, a study group, or a hungry crew after a game. The pizzas are generously topped, with plenty of cheese and classic toppings that hit the spot without getting fancy. From Hamburg, it’s an easy pickup option that keeps both the schedule and the budget in check.