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Dayton-style classic
Marion's Piazza – Dayton Mall
Near Dayton Mall • Retro Dine-In Pizza Parlor • Essential Dayton-Style Experience
A beloved local chain serving ultra-thin, square-cut pies in a big, no-frills dining room that's ideal for groups.
If you want the quintessential Dayton-style pizza experience near Moraine, Marion's by the Dayton Mall is the move. The crust is crisp and cracker-thin, toppings are chopped fine and piled generously, and everything arrives cut into small squares made for sharing. Go classic with sausage and pepperoni, grab a pitcher of soda or beer, and soak up the old-school, cafeteria-style vibe.
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Best for creative toppings
Dewey's Pizza – University of Dayton
Near University Of Dayton • Bustling Sit-Down Pizzeria • Great For Groups And Craft Beer
Lively, open-kitchen spot known for chewy, hand-tossed crust and smart, chef-y topping combinations.
Dewey's near the UD campus is a go-to when you want something a step up from standard delivery pizza. The dough has a nice chew, the sauce leans tangy, and the specialty pies—like a buffalo chicken or a seasonal veggie combo—are genuinely well thought out. Grab a booth, pair your pie with a local draft, and expect a bit of a wait during game days and weekend evenings.
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Neighborhood gem
Troni Brothers Pizza
Brown Street Corridor • Casual Italian Pizzeria • Neighborhood Favorite For From-Scratch Pies
Family-run spot turning out sturdy, New York-leaning pies and Italian comfort dishes in a low-key setting.
Troni Brothers feels like the kind of place regulars keep to themselves, but it’s well worth the short hop from Moraine. The crust lands somewhere between New York and traditional Italian—thin but substantial, with good color from the oven. Split a large half-and-half pie so you can try both a classic pepperoni and one of their heavier specialties, and don’t overlook the garlic knots or a side of red sauce for dipping.
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Best for wood-fired pies
Old Scratch Pizza – Downtown Dayton
Downtown Dayton • Industrial-Chic Wood-Fired Spot • Craft Pizza And Beer Hangout
Big communal tables, fast-moving lines, and blistered, airy-crusted pizzas coming out of a roaring wood-fired oven.
Old Scratch’s downtown location is the place to go when you’re craving modern, wood-fired pizza without any pretense. The crust is soft and airy with just the right char, toppings lean creative—think hot honey, pickled chilies, or gourmet mushrooms—and the open layout makes it easy to roll in with friends or family. Order at the counter, grab a beer from the rotating tap list, and expect your pizza to land at the table in just a few minutes.
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Closest classic to home
Cassano's Pizza King – Moraine
Moraine / Springboro Pike • Counter-Service Dayton-Style Joint • Quick, Nostalgic Option Close To Home
Fast, no-fuss Dayton-style pies with a loyal following and a layout built for takeout and quick bites.
Cassano's is another Dayton institution, and the Moraine-area location makes it an easy weeknight stop. The pies are thin, square-cut, and heavy on the edge-to-edge toppings, with a salty, nostalgic flavor locals either grew up on or quickly adopt. It’s ideal when you want something familiar, fast, and close by—especially for takeout before a game or movie night.