01
Best overall pick
Avalanche Pizza
Athens, East Side Of Town • Creative Artisan Pizzeria • Destination For Food Lovers
Wildly inventive toppings and chewy, flavorful crust make Avalanche the one worth planning a drive from Rendville for.
Avalanche leans hard into the creative side of pizza, with big, blistered crusts and topping combinations you will not find at a chain. The menu runs from classic margheritas to pies loaded with local produce, housemade sausage, and vibrant sauces. It is a go-to when you want something a little special to bring back from Athens or enjoy before a show or game in town.
02
Classic college-town slice
Goodfella's Pizza
Athens, Near Court Street • By-The-Slice Streetfront Pizzeria • Best For A Quick, Casual Bite
Goodfella's is the place for big, foldable slices when you want fast, satisfying pizza on an Athens run.
Set just off the OU action, Goodfella's is all about oversized New York-style slices, simple toppings, and grab-and-go service late into the evening. The crust is thin but sturdy, with enough chew to hold plenty of pepperoni or extra cheese. It is an easy stop if you are in Athens for errands or a game and want something quick but reliably tasty on the way back toward Perry County.
03
Small-town favorite
Pizza Crossing
Nelsonville, Near The Public Square • Hearty Hometown Pizzeria • Best For Loaded Specialty Pies
Pizza Crossing in Nelsonville is known for generously topped, crowd-pleasing pies that feel made for sharing.
Locals point to Pizza Crossing when you ask where to feed a group after a hike or ballgame. The crust lands in that sweet spot between thick and thin, with a slight crunch under plenty of cheese and toppings. From meat-heavy combos to veggie-forward options, it is the kind of place where a couple of large pizzas and a salad can easily cover the whole table.
04
Best tie-in with a Hocking Hills trip
Pizza Crossing
Logan, Just Off The Main Strip • Family-Friendly Hometown Shop • Great After-Hike Option
Logan's Pizza Crossing serves up familiar, comforting pies that hit the spot after a day exploring Hocking Hills.
If your Rendville day takes you toward Hocking Hills, this Logan outpost is a handy way to end the trip. Expect the same generous toppings and slightly thicker crust the brand is known for, with plenty of booth seating for families and groups. It is a reliable choice when everyone is hungry, muddy, and just wants solid pizza and a pitcher of pop.
05
Worth-the-drive carryout
Fat Cat Pizza
Somerset, Village Center • Casual Small-Town Carryout And Dine-In • Best For Hearty, Classic Pies
Fat Cat Pizza in Somerset turns out thick, cheesy pizzas that feel tailor-made for a low-key night back in Rendville.
This Perry County staple keeps things straightforward: sturdy crusts, lots of cheese, and classic toppings baked until bubbly and browned at the edges. Many locals call ahead, swing through Somerset for carryout, and bring a stack of boxes home to share. It is especially good if you like your pizza a bit thicker and are in the mood for that old-school, corner-parlor feel.