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Best old-school parlor
Pangrazio's Pizza & Spaghetti House
Minerva • Old‑School Italian Pizza And Pasta Parlor • Local Favorite
A Minerva mainstay known for chewy, edge‑to‑edge cheese pizzas and red‑sauce comfort food in a no‑rush dining room.
If you grew up anywhere around eastern Stark or Carroll County, there’s a good chance Pangrazio’s was part of your pizza memories. The pies are classic Ohio style: generous cheese, slightly sweet sauce, and a crust sturdy enough to handle extra toppings. It’s an easy choice when you want a sit‑down meal that feels hometown and unpretentious.
02
Best for big groups
East of Chicago Pizza
Carrollton • Casual Buffet‑Friendly Pizza Chain • Best For Families And Teams
A reliable stop in Carrollton for pan and thin‑crust pies, big salads, and crowd‑pleasing flavors that work for mixed groups.
The Carrollton East of Chicago is a go‑to when you’re wrangling a family night out or feeding a team after a game. Pan pizzas come out thick and pillowy with plenty of cheese, while the thin crust hits the crispy‑edge style Stark County folks expect. Add in wings, breadsticks, and an easygoing dining room and you’ve got a stress‑free group option.
03
Best sauce‑heavy slice
Pizza Oven
Canton South • Classic Stark County Takeout Pizzeria • Iconic Canton Pick
Beloved for its sweet, ladled‑on sauce and square‑cut pies, Pizza Oven is worth the short drive north from Magnolia.
Pizza Oven has a devoted following around Canton, and it’s easy to see why once you’ve had their sauce‑forward pies. The crust is on the softer side, cut into squares and absolutely loaded with cheese and toppings, making it ideal for sharing around a coffee table. Call ahead on busy nights; locals know to time their pickup before the rush hits.
04
Best crispy‑edge pies
Kraus' Pizza
East Canton • Neighborhood Carryout Pizza Shop • Best For Carryout Night
Thin, crispy‑edged pizzas with plenty of pepperoni and cheese make Kraus’ a staple for Stark County takeout.
Kraus’ leans into that classic, slightly greasy, crispy‑corner pizza that pairs perfectly with a ballgame on TV. Toppings are layered generously, and the pepperoni cups up into little charred edges that regulars swear by. It’s a straightforward, call‑in, pick‑up‑your‑box kind of spot that rewards a quick detour on your way back toward Magnolia.
05
Best all‑around menu
Gionino's Pizzeria
North Canton • Regional Pizza And Fried Chicken Chain • Reliable Chain Option
Known for garlic‑heavy crusts and hefty toppings, Gionino’s also wins points for its surprisingly good fried chicken.
If you’re coming back from the Canton or Belden Village area, Gionino’s is an easy pickup that keeps everyone happy. The pizzas feature a bready, flavorful crust brushed with garlic oil and piled with toppings, from classic pepperoni to loaded specialty pies. Grab a box of their fried chicken and jojo potatoes and you’ve got a full, no‑fuss spread for a Magnolia movie night.