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Best overall pick
Gionino's Pizzeria
East Main Street, Lexington • Carryout-Focused Local Chain Pizzeria • Go-To Lexington Classic
Lexington’s reliable hometown option for crispy, well-topped pies and big family orders.
Set right on East Main Street, Gionino’s is the easy answer when someone in Lexington says, “Let’s just get a pizza.” The crust runs pleasantly crisp with plenty of cheese, and the menu sticks to crowd-pleasing classics plus wings, chicken, and jojo potatoes for a full spread. It’s especially handy on busy weeknights or game days when you want consistent quality and quick carryout without driving into Mansfield.
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Classic Mansfield institution
Leaning Tower of Pizza
Lexington Avenue Corridor, South Mansfield • Old-School Neighborhood Pizzeria And Sub Shop • Worth-The-Drive Favorite
A long-running Mansfield landmark known for hearty, cheese-heavy pies and old-school charm.
Leaning Tower of Pizza has been part of the south Mansfield routine for decades, and Lexington residents happily make the short drive up OH-13 for it. Pizzas lean classic and comforting, with a sturdy crust and generous toppings that feel made for sharing. Pair a pie with one of their subs and you’ve got an easy, nostalgic dinner that tastes like a local tradition.
03
Top Detroit-style option
Scotty's Pizza
Near Downtown Mansfield • Detroit-Style And Pan Pizza Shop • Best For Thick-Crust Fans
Short drive from Lexington for caramelized-corner Detroit-style squares and creative specialty toppings.
If you like your pizza thick, airy, and edged with caramelized cheese, Scotty’s is worth plotting into your GPS. Their Detroit-style pans and other specialty pies come loaded, making this a fun change of pace from the thinner crusts most spots serve. It’s a smart pick when you’re meeting friends in Mansfield and want something a little different without straying too far from familiar flavors.
04
Best value for takeout
Deschner's Pizza
West Mansfield • Family-Run Takeout Pizzeria • Budget-Friendly Crowd-Pleaser
No-frills, well-priced pies that make an easy run from Mansfield back to Lexington.
Deschner’s is the kind of low-key, family-oriented place locals keep in their regular rotation. The focus is on straightforward pizzas with familiar toppings, solid crust, and prices that make feeding a group feel painless. Call ahead, swing through on your way home, and you can have hot pies back in Lexington before they even start to cool down.
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Most reliable chain option
Donatos Pizza (Lexington–Springmill)
Lexington–Springmill Retail Corridor, Ontario • Columbus-Style Thin-Crust Chain • Best For Big Groups And Picky Eaters
Crispy, edge-to-edge thin crust pies and predictable chain comfort a quick hop from Lexington’s village center.
Set amid the big-box stretch on Lexington–Springmill Road, this Donatos is all about convenience and consistency. The signature thin crust, edge-to-edge toppings, and mix of wings, subs, and salads make ordering for mixed tastes remarkably easy. It’s a practical choice when you’re already running errands in Ontario or need a large, customizable order for a team, office, or party back in Lexington.