01
Best overall pick
Lil' Gerardo's
Downtown Bellaire • Family-Run Italian Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A cozy Bellaire staple turning out classic, no-nonsense pies with a loyal hometown following.
Lil' Gerardo's is the kind of place where the dough is made in-house and the recipes feel like they’ve been in the family for decades. The pies lean generous on cheese and toppings, with that slightly crisp edge and soft center you expect from an Ohio Valley shop. It’s an easy go-to when you want a sit-down pizza night that still feels low-key and local.
02
Best for carryout
Valley Pizza Co.
Lansing / Route 7 Corridor • Takeout-Focused Neighborhood Pizzeria • Best For Quick Carryout
A handy stop along the river route for hot, straightforward pies that travel well back to Neffs.
Valley Pizza Co. is built for grab-and-go nights, with a menu centered on crowd-pleasing pizzas and familiar sides. Crusts are sturdy enough to handle the drive, and toppings skew classic—pepperoni, sausage, and veggie combos that please a mixed group. Call ahead from Neffs, swing by on your way through Lansing, and you’ll be home with dinner still piping hot.
03
Most reliable late-night option
Domino's Pizza Bellaire
Belmont Street, Bellaire • National Delivery Chain • Late-Night Pick
Chain comfort pizza with fast, predictable delivery when it’s too late or too cold to leave the house.
The Bellaire Domino's may not be a hidden gem, but it earns its place for sheer convenience and consistency. Neffs residents lean on it for late-night cravings, big game days, and last-minute group orders when timing matters more than ambiance. With build-your-own options, specialty pies, and easy online ordering, it covers the bases when you just need pizza to show up at your door.
04
Best for big groups
DeFelice Bros. Pizza Shadyside
Shadyside • Regional Chain Pizzeria • Best For Families And Teams
Ohio Valley–born pies with plenty of topping choices and sizes that work well for families and teams.
DeFelice Bros. in Shadyside is a go-to when you’re feeding a crowd coming from Neffs or heading to a game. The crust sits in that middle ground between airy and chewy, with a sauce that’s slightly sweet and easy to like. With sheet pizzas, wings, and subs rounding out the order, it’s a practical choice for parties, youth sports nights, and casual gatherings.
05
Best for Ohio Valley-style slices
DiCarlo's Pizza St. Clairsville
Near Ohio Valley Mall • Ohio Valley-Style Square Pizza Shop • Classic Regional Pick
An essential stop for the region’s signature square-cut pizza with cheese added after the bake.
DiCarlo's in St. Clairsville is where you go to introduce out-of-towners to true Ohio Valley-style pizza. The crust is baked first with sauce, then finished with a blanket of cool shredded cheese that melts just enough from the residual heat. It’s simple, a little nostalgic, and highly snackable—perfect for a quick bite while you’re running errands or making a short drive from Neffs.