01
Best overall pick
DeCheco's Pizzeria
Portage Lakes / New Franklin • Classic Neighborhood Pizzeria • Local Favorite For All-Around Pizza
A reliable Portage Lakes standby turning out crowd-pleasing pies with plenty of toppings and a true neighborhood feel.
DeCheco's is one of the closest true pizza spots to New Franklin, and it feels like the kind of place regulars put on speed dial. The crust is sturdy without being too thick, the sauce leans classic and slightly sweet, and the topping list covers all the hits. It’s an easy choice when you want good, straightforward pizza after a day on the lake or a busy weeknight.
02
Best sit-down option
Antonio's Pizzeria LoSchiavo (Green)
Green • Family Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria • Best For Lingering Dinners
Family-style Italian with a pizza menu that works just as well for a casual date night as it does for team parties.
A short drive east into Green brings you to Antonio's, where the pizza menu shares space with pastas, salads, and classic red-sauce comfort food. The pies have a slightly thicker, chewier crust with generous cheese and toppings, making them ideal for sharing around the table. It’s a solid pick when you want pizza but also need a place with real plates, booths, and enough room for a group.
03
Best for big carryout orders
Gionino's Pizzeria
Barberton / Norton • Carryout Pizza And Chicken Shop • Top Choice For Carryout Feasts
A Northeast Ohio staple known for hearty pies and fried chicken buckets that can feed a crowd in one stop.
Gionino's has built a loyal following across the region, and the Barberton-area location is a handy option for New Franklin families who lean on takeout. The pizza tends toward generously topped, cheese-heavy pies with a crust substantial enough to stand up to it all. Add in their well-known fried chicken and JoJo potatoes, and it becomes an easy one-call solution for game days and gatherings.
04
Best Akron classic
Regina's Pizza
East Akron • Old-School Akron Pizza Joint • Best For Akron-Style Nostalgia
A long-running Akron favorite serving square-cut pies that taste like childhood for a lot of locals.
Regina's is a bit of a drive north from New Franklin, but many Summit County pizza fans consider it worth the mileage. Expect a distinctly local style: well-baked crust, plenty of cheese, and toppings that go right to the edge, usually cut into squares. It’s the kind of place people introduce out-of-towners to when they want to show off a classic Akron pizza experience.
05
Best for classic dine-in
Guiseppe's Pizza
North Akron • Family-Run Sit-Down Pizzeria • Best For Shareable Pies And Pasta
A cozy, old-school spot where thick, shareable pizzas and red-sauce pastas anchor an unhurried sit-down meal.
Guiseppe's feels like a throwback in the best way, with checked-tablecloth energy and pizzas meant to be shared slowly rather than rushed home in a box. The thicker, pan-leaning crust and ample cheese make each slice hearty, and the rest of the menu covers comforting Italian standards. It’s a smart pick when you’re heading up toward Akron and want a relaxed dinner built around pizza instead of just grabbing quick carryout.