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Best overall pick
LaRosa's Pizzeria Finneytown
Finneytown / Winton Road Corridor • Classic Cincinnati Family Pizzeria • Local Favorite For Families And Groups
A go-to neighborhood LaRosa's with reliably crowd-pleasing pies and plenty of space for family dinners.
If you grew up in Cincinnati, this is the flavor you expect when someone says “pizza night.” The Finneytown LaRosa's is close enough to Ridgewood for an easy weeknight pickup, with a menu that runs from classic pepperoni to the signature Buddy Deluxe. It’s also one of the most dependable spots nearby when you need to feed a mix of kids, grandparents, and everyone in between.
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Old-school pick
Krimmer's Italianette Pizza
Silverton • Old-School Italian-American Pizzeria • Best For Classic, No-Frills Pies
A Cincinnati institution serving thin, crispy-edged pies that taste like the ones locals grew up with.
Krimmer's Italianette feels like the kind of place regulars have been visiting for decades, because they have. The pizzas lean thin with a buttery crust, slightly sweet sauce, and generous cheese that hits all the nostalgic notes. It’s worth the short drive from Ridgewood when you want straightforward, old-school pizza done right.
03
Creative toppings pick
Dewey's Pizza Kenwood
Kenwood / Kenwood Towne Centre • Craft Pizza And Beer Spot • Best For Inventive Specialty Pies
A polished but relaxed spot where you can pair craft beer with pizzas loaded in creative, well-balanced toppings.
Dewey's in Kenwood is a smart choice when you want something more adventurous than a standard pepperoni. Think pies topped with roasted garlic, goat cheese, or spicy sausage, plus seasonal specials that change often. It’s an easy meet-up midway if your group is scattered around the northern suburbs, with good salads and a rotating beer list to round things out.
04
Hearty slice pick
Adriatico's New York Style Pizza
Clifton / Uc Campus • Hearty College-Town Pizzeria • Best For Big Appetites And Shareable Pies
Famous for hefty, cheese-laden pizzas that can easily feed a crowd of hungry friends or family.
Adriatico's has long been a staple for students at UC, but it’s just as good for Ridgewood locals willing to drive a bit for a serious pie. The thick, edge-to-edge cheese coverage and generous toppings make even a single slice feel like a meal. Call ahead for their larger sizes if you’re planning a game-day spread or movie night back in the neighborhood.
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Late-night pick
Goodfellas Pizzeria Over-the-Rhine
Over-The-Rhine Downtown • New York-Style Slice Shop • Best For Post-Game Or Late-Night Slices
Oversized New York-style slices served late, perfect after a night out downtown.
Goodfellas in Over-the-Rhine is a natural stop if your evening takes you from Ridgewood into the city. Order at the counter, grab a massive foldable slice or a whole pie, and settle into the casual, bustling atmosphere. It’s especially handy after concerts, Reds games, or brewery hopping when you realize everyone in the group suddenly needs pizza.