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Best overall pick
Krimmer's Italianette Pizzeria
North College Hill • Old-School Italian Pizzeria • Neighborhood Standby
A North College Hill classic turning out chewy-crust pies and red-sauce comfort favorites in a throwback dining room.
Italianette's Galbraith Road shop feels like the kind of family-run spot every neighborhood wants, with familiar faces behind the counter and a steady stream of regulars. The pizza leans classic Cincinnati—slightly sweet sauce, generous toppings, and a crust sturdy enough for carryout runs or a game-night spread. It is also an easy go-to when you want one menu that covers hoagies, pastas, and wings alongside the pies.
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Best for toppings
Dewey's Pizza - Clifton
Clifton Gaslight • Lively Sit-Down Pizzeria • Best For Inventive Pies
Big, shareable pizzas topped with combos like fig and prosciutto or buffalo chicken make this Clifton favorite worth the quick drive from North College Hill.
Dewey's in Clifton brings a slightly more polished, dinner-out feel without losing the fun of watching dough get tossed in the open kitchen. The menu is built for adventurous topping fans, with plenty of white pies, seasonal specials, and a good mix of vegetarian-friendly options. Pair a couple of specialty pizzas with a salad and a local draft and you have an easy, crowd-pleasing night out.
03
Campus classic
Adriatico's New York Style
Clifton Heights • Hearty College-Town Pizzeria • Best For Big Groups
Known for its hefty pies and craveable crust, Adriatico's is the kind of place you call when you need to feed a hungry crew on a budget.
Adriatico's has been fueling UC students for years with thick-edged, sauce-heavy pizzas that are built to fill you up. The dough has a satisfying chew, the cheese is applied with a generous hand, and the square-cut deep-dish versions are ideal for sharing around a table. If you are coming from North College Hill for a game or show near campus, this is an easy pre- or post-event stop.
04
Late-night go-to
Goodfellas Pizzeria
Over-The-Rhine • New York-Style Slice Counter • Late-Night Slice Fix
Oversized, foldable New York slices and a bustling bar scene make Goodfellas a natural stop if your pizza craving hits after a night downtown.
Goodfellas in Over-the-Rhine channels classic East Coast slice-shop energy, with big pies in the case and a steady line of people grabbing slices to go. The crust is thin but sturdy, with just enough char to keep things interesting, and the toppings lean straightforward—pepperoni, sausage, and classic combos done right. Make it a full outing by heading upstairs to the speakeasy-style bar once you have your slice in hand.
05
Cincinnati standby
LaRosa's Pizzeria - Finneytown
Finneytown • Family-Friendly Local Chain • Best For Families
This nearby LaRosa's outpost delivers the sweet-sauced, thin-crust Cincinnati-style pies many locals grew up on, plus kid-friendly pastas and hoagies.
The Finneytown LaRosa's is one of the closest full-service locations to North College Hill, and it is built for easy family dinners and team meetups. Expect the trademark LaRosa's profile—thin crust, edge-to-edge toppings, and that unmistakable sweet tomato sauce—along with a long list of familiar sides and desserts. It is the place you pick when you need something everyone at the table will recognize and enjoy.