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Best overall pick
LaRosa's Pizzeria – Colerain Township
Colerain Avenue Corridor • Family-Friendly Cincinnati-Style Pizzeria • Local Standby For Families
The go-to nearby spot for classic Cincinnati pies, big menus, and easy weeknight dinners.
LaRosa's on Colerain is often the first choice for New Haven families who want something everyone at the table will agree on. The crust is comfortably familiar, the sauce leans slightly sweet in that unmistakable local style, and the topping combinations range from simple pepperoni to loaded deluxe pies. With plenty of seating and efficient carryout, it works just as well for a kids’ birthday as it does for a low‑key Friday night in.
02
Old-school favorite
Chester's Pizzeria – White Oak
White Oak • Classic Neighborhood Pizza Shop • Best For Crispy, Edge-To-Edge Toppings
A throwback pizzeria known for crisp crusts, generous toppings, and a loyal west‑side following.
Chester's in White Oak has the feel of a place that has been feeding the neighborhood for decades, because it has. Pies come out with a firm, slightly crunchy crust, a good cheese pull, and toppings all the way to the edge so there are no bland bites. It is a natural choice when you want that old‑school Cincinnati west‑side pizza experience without driving into the city core.
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Top takeout option
Angilo's Pizza – Colerain
Colerain Township • Thin-Crust Carryout Pizzeria • Best For Grab-And-Go Pizza Night
Thin, square‑cut pies and subs make this a reliable, budget‑friendly stop close to New Haven.
Angilo's is the kind of spot locals keep on speed dial for busy nights when cooking is not in the cards. The pizzas are thin, cut into squares, and built for sharing, with straightforward toppings and a sauce that does not overpower. Add in their sturdy hoagies and reasonable prices and you have a very practical option just a short hop from New Haven.
04
Big-slice destination
Adriatico's New York Style Pizza
Clifton Near Uc • College-Town New York-Style Pizzeria • Best For Oversized Pies And Game Days
A Cincinnati institution famed for massive, cheesy New York–style pies that are worth the drive from New Haven.
Head down to Clifton and you will find Adriatico's packed on game days and weekend nights, turning out hefty pizzas that can feed a crowd. The crust is thicker than a typical New York slice yet still foldable, with plenty of cheese and a robust, garlicky sauce. It is ideal when you are gathering friends, catching a Bearcats game, or just craving a pizza that feels a little more like a special outing than a standard delivery order.
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Night-out pick
Goodfellas Pizzeria – Over-the-Rhine
Over-The-Rhine / Downtown Cincinnati • Urban Slice Shop And Bar • Best For Late-Night Slices
A lively downtown spot serving giant slices and whole pies alongside a full bar in a restored historic building.
Goodfellas in Over‑the‑Rhine makes a great anchor for a night out when you are coming into the city from New Haven. Grab a huge slice at the counter, then head upstairs to the bar for a drink in a space that feels more like a speakeasy than a typical pizzeria. It is a smart move when you want pizza to be part of the evening rather than just a quick bite on the way home.