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Closest to Lafayette
Padrone's Pizza
Harrod, Southeast Of Lafayette • Small-Town Carryout Pizzeria • Closest Option To The Village
A dependable, no-fuss pizza stop in nearby Harrod with plenty of toppings and easy carryout.
For Lafayette residents, Padrone's in Harrod is the quickest way to grab a hot pizza without driving into Lima. The menu leans classic—think generous cheese, a slightly thicker crust, and lots of toppings to mix and match. It is a handy go-to for weeknight takeout or feeding a group after local games.
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Best for groups
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill
Elida Road, Northwest Lima • Lively Sports-Bar-Style Pizzeria • Best For Big Groups And Game Nights
Big, shareable pies and a busy dining room make Beer Barrel a favorite when you want pizza plus a night out.
Beer Barrel’s Lima location is where many Allen County families and teams head after games or school events. The pizzas come in generous sizes with a slightly thicker, chewy crust and plenty of cheese, and there is a full menu of wings, sandwiches, and appetizers for non-pizza eaters. It is an easy choice when you want to linger over a meal, watch a game, and let everyone order something different.
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Local takeout favorite
Fat Jack's Pizza
East Side Of Lima • Classic Ohio-Style Delivery And Carryout Shop • Best For Hearty, Topping-Loaded Pies
Known for its generous toppings and hearty crust, Fat Jack's is a Lima standby for delivery nights.
Fat Jack's has the feel of an old-school neighborhood pizza joint, with straightforward pies that hit the spot. Expect plenty of cheese, edge-to-edge toppings, and crust that is sturdy enough to handle everything you stack on it. It is a strong pick when you are calling in a big order for family or friends scattered around the east side of Lima and the nearby countryside.
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Best for easy delivery
Marco's Pizza
Harding Highway, East Lima • Takeout And Delivery Chain With Customizable Pies • Most Convenient For Country Deliveries
Marco's on the east side offers reliable delivery toward Lafayette with plenty of crust, sauce, and topping options.
For households around Lafayette that fall within its delivery radius, Marco's is often the most practical choice. The menu is built for customization, from different crust styles to specialty pizzas and flavored crust finishes. It is particularly useful when you want predictable timing and online ordering for a Friday-night delivery run out into the rural roads.
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Best college-town detour
East of Chicago Pizza
Ada, East Of Lafayette • Casual Pan-Pizza And Buffet Spot • Best For Thick-Crust And Variety
A short drive to Ada gets you East of Chicago’s pan pizzas, with thicker crusts and lots of specialty combinations.
If you do not mind a slightly longer drive, the Ada East of Chicago makes a fun pizza stop, especially when campus is in full swing. Their signature pan crust is soft and thick with crisped edges, and the menu leans heavily on specialty pies loaded with toppings and sauces. It is a good change of pace when you are craving something different from your usual thin or hand-tossed options around Lima.