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Best overall pick
Beans' Mama Renie's Pizza
Public Square, Downtown Nelsonville • Classic Small-Town Pizzeria • Local Favorite For Dine-In And Carryout
A cozy spot on the square serving generously topped pies that feel straight out of a small-town Friday night.
Set right on Nelsonville’s Public Square, Beans’ Mama Renie’s is the place locals mention first when you ask about pizza in town. The pies lean hearty, with plenty of cheese and toppings, plus a menu of familiar Italian-American comfort food. It’s an easy choice if you want to sit down after exploring the brick streets or catching a show nearby.
02
Best classic carryout
Pizza Stop Nelsonville
In-Town, Near Main Nelsonville Thoroughfares • No-Frills Neighborhood Pizza Shop • Go-To For Quick Takeout
A straightforward, local pizza counter that focuses on solid pies, wings, and subs without any fuss.
Pizza Stop has the feel of the hometown shop where staff recognize regular orders and game-night calls. The crust is sturdy enough for plenty of toppings, and the menu covers the basics—pepperoni-heavy pies, meaty specialties, wings, and a few sandwiches. It’s particularly handy if you’re staying nearby and want an easy pickup option that still feels local.
03
Top delivery option
Domino's Pizza
Chestnut Street, Near Hocking College • National Delivery Chain Pizzeria • Best For Late-Night And Delivery Reliability
A familiar chain shop that excels at fast, predictable delivery to student housing and area rentals.
This Domino’s location sits conveniently near Hocking College and the main routes through town, which makes it a staple for students and visitors in nearby cabins. The appeal here is consistency and speed—online ordering, tracking, and dependable timing. When you’re more focused on feeding a group than debating styles, this is the easiest box to check.
04
Best post-adventure stop
Hungry Hiker Cafe & Deli
Canal Street, Near Outdoor Outfitters • Cafe And Deli With Gourmet-Style Pizza • Perfect For Hikers And Paddlers
A casual cafe inside an outdoor shop that turns out surprisingly good pizzas alongside big sandwiches.
Located within an outdoor retail space, Hungry Hiker caters to people coming off the river, trails, or ATV routes who want something more substantial than a snack. Their pizzas skew a bit more ‘gourmet’ than typical takeout, with toppings and combos that go beyond the standard pepperoni-and-cheese. It’s an easy detour if you’re gearing up for, or winding down from, a Hocking Hills adventure based out of Nelsonville.
05
Best for families and groups
Little Italy Pizza
Residential Side Of Nelsonville • Family-Friendly Pizza And Subs Shop • Best For Big Orders And Mixed Cravings
A broad-menu pizza spot with plenty of subs, wings, and sides to keep everyone in a group happy.
Little Italy Pizza feels like the place you call when several people are sharing a cabin or rental and no one can agree on just pizza. The menu runs wide—pizzas, wings, subs, burgers, and salads—so it’s easy to cover kids, picky eaters, and the person who insists on something green. Portions tend to be generous, making it good value for larger groups or multi-day stays.