Kanauga sits where the Ohio River ties together small-town Ohio and West Virginia, and the local pizza options reflect that mix. Within a few minutes’ drive you can find family-run recipes, old-school takeout joints, and reliable chains when convenience wins out. Here are five spots locals lean on when a pizza craving hits.
Hand-tossed pizzas share the spotlight with hearty pastas and wine in a comfortable, family-friendly dining room.
If you want to make an evening of it rather than just grab a box and go, Tuscany is the move. The pizzas have a crisp, flavorful crust and plenty of topping options, and the broader Italian menu makes it easy to keep everyone at the table happy.
A long-running Gallipolis favorite known for its thin, square-cut pies and no-nonsense take on pizza night.
Lorobi's is the spot people who grew up around Gallia County talk about when they reminisce about Friday-night pizza. Expect cracker-thin crust, a slightly sweet sauce, and generous cheese, served in a straightforward space that puts all the attention on the pie itself.
The Silver Bridge Plaza outpost brings Lorobi’s familiar flavor closer to Kanauga with a strong carryout focus.
If you’re coming off the bridge or running errands on the highway, this Lorobi’s location makes it easy to grab a pizza without detouring into downtown. The menu mirrors the original, so you still get that same thin-crust, square-cut style locals swear by. Call ahead on busy evenings to avoid a wait.
A familiar national chain offering customizable pies, garlic dipping sauce, and late-evening delivery around the Kanauga–Gallipolis area.
When you want something predictable and fast, the Gallipolis Papa Johns does exactly what you expect. Online ordering and frequent specials make it easy to feed a crowd without much planning, and it’s one of the more dependable options if you’re ordering later in the evening.
A West Virginia regional chain just across the river, known for hearty pizzas, pasta dinners, and subs in a casual setting.
Cross the bridge into Point Pleasant and Gino’s gives you a slightly different take on small-town pizza night. The dough is a bit thicker and chewier, with plenty of cheese and classic topping combos, and the menu’s pasta and sandwich options make it easy to please mixed groups. It’s an easy choice if you’re already in town exploring the riverfront or downtown shops.