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Best overall pick
Giovanni's Pizza of Otway
On State Route 73 In Otway • Small-Town Carryout Pizzeria • Local Favorite
The go-to spot in Otway for classic pies, subs, and hearty comfort-food sides.
Giovanni's is the village standby when you want familiar, reliable pizza without leaving town. The crust is classic Midwest—sturdy enough for plenty of toppings—and the menu runs from pepperoni-loaded pies to hefty subs and wings. It is the sort of place where staff recognize regulars and big orders for game night are the norm.
02
Best for families
Snappy Tomato Pizza
West Union Strip Along Oh-41 • Buffet-Style Family Pizzeria • Family-Friendly Choice
A laid-back spot where families head for all-you-can-eat slices, salad bar, and kid-pleasing toppings.
Just a drive south from Otway, Snappy Tomato in West Union is an easy option when you are feeding a crowd. The buffet keeps hot pizzas, breadsticks, and dessert pizzas cycling out, so picky eaters can try a bit of everything. It is casual, affordable, and especially handy after ballgames or errands in town.
03
Best for takeout
Giovanni's Pizza of Peebles
Peebles Village Center • Carryout And Delivery Pizza Shop • Go-To For Weeknight Takeout
A dependable stop in Peebles for loaded pizzas, cheese-covered bread, and quick carryout orders.
When you are already up toward Peebles, this Giovanni's location is a convenient way to bring dinner home. Pies are generously topped, with plenty of options for meat-lovers, veggie fans, and anyone who likes extra cheese. Call ahead, swing through the village center, and you can be back on the road with hot pizza in minutes.
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Best for a night out
Patties & Pints
Downtown Portsmouth • Brick-Oven Pub And Pizzeria • Craft Beer And Pizza Pick
Downtown Portsmouth’s lively pub known for creative stone-baked pizzas paired with a strong craft beer list.
If you are willing to make the drive into Portsmouth, Patties & Pints feels like a night out, not just a quick bite. The menu leans into inventive toppings, with stone-baked pies that come out with crisp edges and chewy centers. Add in rotating taps, exposed-brick charm, and a busy but friendly vibe, and it is an easy choice for date nights or catching up with friends.
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Best for big groups
Pizza Hut
Portsmouth Commercial Corridor • Familiar National Chain Restaurant • Reliable Group Option
A classic dine-in and carryout Pizza Hut that works well for teams, birthday parties, and road-trip stops.
Sometimes you just want the comfort of a thick pan crust and a stack of breadsticks, and this Portsmouth Pizza Hut delivers exactly that. It is an easy meeting point when you have multiple cars coming in from around Scioto County, with plenty of space and a menu everyone already knows. For road trips or post-game pizza with a whole roster of kids, it is a simple, reliable solution.