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Best overall pick
Flour
Moreland Hills – Chagrin Blvd Corridor • Upscale Italian Kitchen With Wood‑Fired Pizzas • Refined Local Favorite
A modern Italian spot where chewy, wood‑fired pies share the spotlight with house‑made pastas and a serious wine list.
Flour feels tailor‑made for Moreland Hills: polished but still neighborhood‑casual, with an open kitchen turning out beautifully blistered pizzas. The crust has just enough char and chew, and toppings lean seasonal—think prosciutto, roasted vegetables, and rich house‑made sauces. It’s a strong choice when you want pizza that still feels special enough for a lingering dinner at the bar or in the dining room.
02
Old‑school favorite
Geraci's Restaurant – Pepper Pike
Pepper Pike – Chagrin Boulevard • Classic Red‑Sauce Pizzeria And Italian Restaurant • Classic Family Staple
Cleveland‑style tavern pies with plenty of cheese, a nostalgic red‑sauce vibe, and a steady hum of regulars.
The Pepper Pike outpost of Geraci’s brings the long‑running east‑side favorite closer to Moreland Hills, with the same buttery, crisp‑edged crust and generous toppings. Inside, it’s comfortably old‑school: red‑sauce pastas, checkered‑table energy, and a bar that fills up early. Go for a classic pepperoni or sausage pie and a salad, and you’ll see why locals keep this one in their regular rotation.
03
Best for a night out
M Italian
Historic Chagrin Falls • Lively Italian Restaurant With Wood‑Fired Pizza • Bustling Date‑Night And Group Spot
A big, buzzy space by the river turning out charred‑crust pizzas, shareable starters, and cocktails that suit a longer night out.
Set in a converted industrial space just off the falls, M Italian is as much about the atmosphere as the food. The pizzas come from a prominently placed oven, with wide, foldable slices and nicely blistered edges that hold up under hearty toppings. It’s loud in a good way—ideal for groups, families celebrating something, or a casual date that calls for a walk through town afterward.
04
For pizza obsessives
La Pecora Pizzabar
Cleveland’S Larchmere District • Neapolitan‑Leaning Craft Pizzeria • Artisan Dough‑Driven Spot
A focused pizzeria built around slow‑fermented dough, carefully chosen toppings, and a tight menu that rewards repeat visits.
La Pecora Pizzabar is the place you drive a little farther for when the details really matter. The pies are personal‑sized with a soft, airy cornicione and a balance of char and tenderness that will please Neapolitan fans. Expect toppings like fresh mozzarella, spicy salumi, and bright greens, plus an understated dining room and bar where the staff is happy to talk you through the wine list or a nightly special.
05
Big‑group crowd‑pleaser
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Orange Village – Pinecrest • Casual Brewhouse With Deep‑Dish And Tavern‑Cut Pizzas • Best For Families And Mixed Groups
A sprawling brewpub at Pinecrest serving thick, pan‑style “Deep Dish” pizzas alongside lighter tavern‑cut options and house beers.
When you need something easy off I‑271 with plenty of seating and a broad menu, BJ’s at Pinecrest fits the bill. The signature thick‑crust pizzas eat almost like a casserole, with a buttery base and plenty of sauce and cheese, while the thinner tavern‑style pies suit those who want something lighter. Add in kid‑friendly booths, lots of TVs, and a long list of house brews, and it becomes an obvious pick for group outings where everyone wants something a little different.