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Best overall pick
Avalanche Pizza
East Athens Near Us-33 • Creative Artisan Pizzeria • Local Favorite
A wildly inventive Athens staple known for big flavors, generous toppings, and quirky specialty pies.
Avalanche is the place locals mention first when you ask where to get memorable pizza around Athens. The menu leans bold, with creative combinations, local ingredients, and plenty of options for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. It's an easy drive from New Marshfield and a smart choice when you want something more interesting than a standard chain pie.
02
Classic campus slice spot
Courtside Pizza
Court Street In Uptown Athens • Thin-Crust Sports-Bar Pizzeria • Best For Game Nights
A lively uptown hangout serving thin, foldable slices that pair perfectly with a cold drink and a ballgame on TV.
Courtside is a long-running Ohio University favorite, with no-frills thin crust pizza and a casual, buzzy atmosphere. It shines for simple pepperoni, sausage, and veggie pies that hit the spot without overcomplicating things. Head here when you want to make an evening of it in uptown Athens rather than just grabbing quick takeout.
03
Most reliable chain option
Donatos Pizza Athens
East State Street Shopping Corridor • Ohio Chain Pizzeria • Best For Big Groups
An Ohio-born chain known for edge-to-edge toppings and consistent pies that travel well back to New Marshfield.
Donatos is ideal when you are feeding a crowd or need something everyone will agree on. The trademark thin crust, square-cut pies come loaded right to the edge with toppings, and the menu covers everything from classic pepperoni to lighter veggie combos. Its location along East State Street makes it a convenient stop while running errands in Athens before heading home.
04
Small-town favorite
Pizza Crossing
Historic Downtown Nelsonville • Small-Town Pizza Parlor • Best For Hearty, Loaded Pies
A regional staple serving thick, cheesy pizzas that have earned a loyal following across southeast Ohio.
Pizza Crossing in Nelsonville is worth the slightly longer drive if you like your pizza substantial and loaded with toppings. The crust is thicker and chewier than most Athens spots, with a generous layer of cheese and old-school topping combos. It has that classic small-town pizza shop feel, making it a solid choice for a relaxed weekend meal.
05
Late-night lifeline
Domino's Pizza Athens
South Athens Near The Hocking River • National Delivery Chain • Late-Night Delivery Pick
Fast, predictable pizza and sides that will get to New Marshfield when most local kitchens have already closed.
Domino's in Athens may not be the most romantic pick, but it is undeniably useful, especially late at night. The online ordering, frequent deals, and wide delivery window make it a go-to when you need something hot and easy without leaving home. Keep it in mind for weeknights and game days when convenience matters as much as the slice itself.