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Best overall pick
R' Pizza Place
Short Drive Into Columbiana • Classic Small-Town Pizzeria • Best All-Around Pie
A cozy, no-frills shop turning out consistently good pies and subs that locals swear by.
R' Pizza Place is the kind of hometown spot where the staff learns your order and the crust walks the line between chewy and crisp. Toppings are generous, from classic pepperoni to hearty meat combos, and the cheese has that satisfying pull when you grab the first slice. It’s an easy go-to whether you’re grabbing a couple of larges for movie night or feeding a post-game crowd.
02
Best dine-in experience
Antone's Kitchen
Columbiana Main Drag • Italian Kitchen With Pizza • Best Sit-Down Experience
A family-friendly Italian spot where pizza shares the spotlight with hearty pastas and classic red-sauce comfort food.
Antone's Kitchen is ideal when you want pizza but also a proper sit-down meal close to New Waterford. Their pies lean Italian-American, with a slightly thicker crust, rich red sauce, and plenty of cheese, plus a few specialty options that feel more like loaded Italian dinners on a crust. Pair a pizza with a salad and a shared pasta and you’ve got an easy, relaxed night out for families or small groups.
03
Best for casual meetups
Pizza Joes
Downtown East Palestine • Casual Regional Chain • Best For Sharing With A Crowd
A regional favorite known for its crowd-pleasing pies, stromboli, and sheet pizzas built for sharing.
Pizza Joes in East Palestine is a short hop from New Waterford and a dependable option when you’re feeding a group. The menu leans into square-cut sheet pizzas, which make it easy to serve a mix of kids and adults without overcomplicating the order. Add in their stromboli and wings, and you’ve got a simple, affordable spread for birthday parties, game nights, or last-minute gatherings.
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Hearty takeout favorite
Fox's Pizza Den
Near Lisbon Town Square • Hearty Delivery And Takeout Spot • Game-Day Favorite
A Lisbon staple turning out big, loaded pies and signature ‘wedgies’ that travel well back to New Waterford.
Fox's Pizza Den in Lisbon is a go-to when you want something substantial without fuss. Their pizzas come generously topped, and the menu stretches into thick sandwiches and their well-known wedgies, which are essentially stuffed pizza-sandwich hybrids. It’s a smart choice for game-day takeout or bringing a stack of boxes back home after a day out in town.
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Best for variety
East of Chicago Pizza
North Salem Commercial Strip • Buffet-Style And Carryout Pizzeria • Best For Variety And Deals
A flexible option offering multiple crust styles, creative specialty pies, and good-value combo deals.
East of Chicago Pizza in Salem is worth the short drive if your group can’t agree on a single style. You can go from thick, pan-style crusts to thinner options, then layer on everything from classic pepperoni to loaded taco or BBQ chicken toppings. With frequent specials and combos, it’s particularly appealing for families watching the budget but still wanting something beyond a basic cheese pizza.