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Dayton-style icon
Marion's Piazza
Englewood • Classic Dayton-Style Thin-Crust Pizzeria • Best For Big Groups And Game Nights
A sprawling Englewood institution turning out ultra-thin, square-cut pies piled high with toppings.
Marion's in Englewood is a go-to when you want that classic Dayton-style experience without driving into the city. Order at the counter, grab a big table, and dig into edge-to-edge cheese and toppings that make even a simple pepperoni feel special. It is loud, kid-friendly, and perfect for post-game team parties or casual nights with a crowd.
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Downtown date-night pick
La Piazza
Downtown Troy • Upscale Italian Restaurant With Brick-Oven Pizza • Best For Date Night On The Square
Hand-tossed, nicely blistered pies are served in a polished dining room overlooking Troy’s historic square.
La Piazza gives you wood-fired style pies in a setting that feels a notch above the usual pizza joint. The crust is light and chewy, toppings lean more Italian than fast-food, and the rest of the menu backs it up with house-made pastas and antipasti. Grab a table by the windows or on the patio when the weather is good and make an evening of it around the square.
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Cozy trattoria
3 Joe's Pizzeria & Trattoria
Downtown Piqua • Sit-Down Italian Trattoria With Gourmet Pies • Best For Lingering Over Wine And Pizza
Inventive specialty pizzas share menu space with pastas and cannoli in a warm, brick-walled space.
3 Joe's feels like the kind of neighborhood trattoria you stumble into on vacation and then keep talking about later. The pizza runs from straightforward sausage and pepperoni to more dressed-up combinations with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, and greens. Service encourages you to linger, so it is a comfortable choice for catching up with friends over a bottle of wine and a few shared pies.
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Old-school carryout hero
Cassano's Pizza King
Englewood Corridor • No-Frills Dayton-Style Carryout And Delivery Shop • Best For Late-Night Takeout
Paper-thin crust, edge-to-edge cheese, and salty pepperoni make this longstanding chain a go-to when you just want classic Ohio pizza.
If you grew up anywhere around Dayton, Cassano's is probably tied to a few memories, and the Englewood shop keeps that tradition going. The crust is crisp, the toppings are generous, and orders tend to be ready fast, which makes it a reliable last-minute option. It is more about grabbing boxes to take home than dining in, and that is exactly how locals like to use it.
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Craft beer and pizza hangout
Old Scratch Pizza
Near Downtown Dayton • Modern Wood-Fired Pizzeria And Beer Hall • Best For Craft-Minded Pizza Fans
Neapolitan-leaning pies with creative toppings come out fast from a big wood-burning oven in a lively, communal space.
Old Scratch is worth the slightly longer drive when you want something a bit more modern than your average pie. You order at the counter, then grab a spot at one of the long communal tables while the kitchen fires off pizzas topped with things like hot honey, pickled chilies, or local sausage. With a strong craft beer lineup and plenty of room for groups, it works just as well for a casual date as it does for meeting up with friends before a show in Dayton.