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Best overall pick
Harvest Pizzeria – Grandview
Grandview Heights, Just East Of Marble Cliff • Wood-Fired Neighborhood Pizzeria With Craft Toppings • Best For Creative Pies And Date Nights
Inventive wood-fired pizzas and a polished-but-relaxed vibe make Harvest Pizzeria Grandview the first stop for Marble Cliff pizza seekers.
This Grandview staple leans into blistered, wood-fired crusts topped with seasonal produce, house-made sausage, and thoughtful flavor combos. The cozy dining room and solid cocktail list make it an easy pick for date night, but it is just as friendly for a casual weeknight dinner. Order a classic pepperoni alongside one of their more adventurous specials to taste the full range of what they do well.
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Classic Columbus-style
Grandad's Pizza & Pub – Grandview
Grandview Heights, North Of Fifth Avenue • Lively Pub With Columbus-Style Pies • Best For Big Groups And Game Days
Grandad's pairs crispy, square-cut Columbus-style pizza with a friendly pub atmosphere tailor-made for watching the game.
If you want the full Columbus-style experience close to Marble Cliff, Grandad's in Grandview delivers with thin, crispy crust and edge-to-edge toppings cut into shareable squares. The room has a true neighborhood-bar feel, with plenty of TVs, cold beer, and a menu that runs from loaded pies to wings and subs. It is the kind of place where locals gather for Buckeyes games, birthday dinners, and everything in between.
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For crisp, airy crust
Bazemore Pizza Company
Upper Arlington Along Riverside Drive • Modern Pizzeria With Artisan-Leaning Pies • Best For Crust Lovers
Bazemore specializes in long-fermented dough and thoughtfully topped pies, just a short hop up Riverside from Marble Cliff.
Set along the Riverside Drive corridor, Bazemore feels a bit more modern than your average neighborhood pizza joint, with an open kitchen and a menu that shows off its dough work. The crust lands in that sweet spot between chewy and crisp, sturdy enough for generous toppings but light enough to keep you going back for another slice. It is a smart choice when you want something a little more elevated without getting overly formal.
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Neighborhood standby
Casa Di Pizza
West Side Near Mckinley Avenue • Casual Takeout And Delivery Shop • Best For Easy Weeknight Takeout
Casa Di Pizza is a no-fuss west side favorite turning out generous pies, subs, and wings with delivery to the Marble Cliff area.
Located on McKinley Avenue just southwest of Marble Cliff, Casa Di Pizza is the place locals call when they want hot pizza on the table without much planning. The menu skews classic, with plenty of pepperoni, meat lovers, and veggie combinations, plus salads and subs to round things out. It is especially handy for busy weeknights, thanks to reliable delivery and portions that stretch easily to feed a family.
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Campus legend
Adriatico's New York Style Pizza
Osu Campus Near Neil Avenue • Hearty New York–Inspired Pizzeria • Best For Thick, Shareable Pies
A short drive from Marble Cliff, Adriatico's is famous for hefty, cheesy pies that can easily feed a crowd.
Adriatico's has earned cult status with Ohio State students and alumni for its thick, cheesy squares and foldable New York-style slices. From Marble Cliff, it is an easy trip up to campus when you want a big, indulgent pie for movie night or a gathering. Go for one of their signature thick-crust pizzas loaded with pepperoni and extra cheese if you are in the mood for classic, over-the-top comfort food.