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Best overall pick
Catanzaro's Pizza & Subs
Near Downtown Springfield • Carryout Pizza And Sub Shop • Local Favorite
A longtime Springfield staple turning out hearty, classic pies piled high with toppings.
If you ask Springfield locals where they order from on a busy weeknight, Catanzaro’s comes up fast. The crust is sturdy without being heavy, and they don’t skimp on cheese or toppings, which makes the specialty pies especially satisfying. It’s an easy detour from Lawrenceville when you want old-school, no-nonsense pizza to go.
02
Best sit-down spot
Hickory Inn
East Springfield • Classic Pizza Tavern And Family Restaurant • Best For Families
A cozy, wood-paneled standby known as much for its thin, crispy pizzas as its laid-back, family-friendly vibe.
Hickory Inn is the kind of place where multi-generation families crowd around big tables for pizza, wings, and pitchers of soda. The crust leans thin and crisp, with plenty of edge-to-edge toppings and that slightly smoky, tavern-style flavor. It’s worth the short drive from Lawrenceville when you want to linger over dinner instead of just grabbing a box to go.
03
Dayton-style classic
Cassano's Pizza King
North Springfield • Dayton-Style Thin-Crust Chain • Best For A Regional Style
A regional original serving cracker-thin, square-cut pies that define Dayton-style pizza for many locals.
Cassano’s brings its signature ultra-thin, crispy crust and generous scatter of toppings to the north side of Springfield. The square-cut slices are perfect for sharing, and the slightly sweet sauce has a devoted following among Miami Valley pizza fans. From Lawrenceville, it’s a quick hop down US-68 for a distinctly local take on thin-crust pizza.
04
Edge-to-edge crowd-pleaser
Donatos Pizza
Bechtle Avenue Shopping Corridor • Thin-Crust Chain Pizzeria • Best For Groups
Famous for its edge-to-edge pepperoni and reliably crisp thin crust, ideal for feeding a hungry crowd.
Donatos on the north side makes planning a casual pizza night simple, especially if you’re juggling different tastes. The pepperoni is packed on generously, the crust stays crunchy, and there are plenty of topping combos and salads to round out an order. It’s a practical, dependable option when you’re coming into Springfield from Lawrenceville for errands and need an easy group meal.
05
Most convenient quick stop
Marco's Pizza
Enon, Just South Of Lawrenceville • Casual Delivery-Focused Chain • Weeknight Takeout Pick
A nearby chain option turning out consistent, saucy pies that travel well back up to Lawrenceville.
For nights when you want something close and predictable, Marco’s in Enon is an easy go-to. The dough has a soft, bready chew, the sauce runs on the savory side, and the build-your-own options make it simple to keep everyone happy. It’s close enough that your pizza still arrives hot by the time you’re back in town.