01
Best overall pick
Gionino's Pizzeria
Minerva Village Center • Classic Northeast Ohio Pizzeria • Local Favorite For Loaded Pies
A Stark County standby turning out generously topped pies and reliable takeout a short drive east in Minerva.[3]
Gionino's in Minerva is the kind of place people grow up with—square-cut pizza, a slightly chewy crust, and toppings scattered right to the edge.[3] It’s a go-to when you want a crowd-pleasing pizza night without overthinking the order. Call ahead on busy weekends; the kitchen moves fast, but locals know this is a prime spot during game time.[3]
02
Old-school carryout classic
Your Pizza Shop
North Market Street, Minerva • Retro Carryout Pizza Shop • Best For Takeout With Friends
A no-frills Minerva favorite where the focus stays firmly on saucy, cheesy pies and boxes heading out the door all evening.[2][3]
Your Pizza Shop on North Market Street leans into that old-school Stark County carryout feel: simple counter service, familiar faces, and pizza that hits the classic sweet-sauce, plenty-of-cheese profile.[2][3] Locals like it for its consistency and easy pricing, especially when you’re feeding a small crowd on a weeknight. Grab a couple of larges and some sides, then head back toward Robertsville before the cheese has a chance to cool.[2]
03
Worth-the-drive carryout
Kraus' Pizza
East Canton, Just Off Us-30 • Crust-Focused Local Chain Spot • Best For Game-Night Takeout
A beloved Stark County mini-chain known for its well-seasoned sauce, sturdy crust, and toppings piled heavy enough for game-day eating.
East Canton’s Kraus' Pizza is a smart stop if you’re cruising along US-30 and want to bring something reliably good back home. The pizzas lean hearty, with a crust that can handle extra toppings without getting soggy and a sauce that’s a notch more seasoned than most chain options. Call in a mixed order of classic pepperoni and a specialty pie, and you’re set for a game-night spread that feels very ‘Stark County’ in the best way.
04
Stark County classic
Pizza Oven
Louisville, East Side • Square-Cut Stark County Staple • Crowd-Pleaser For Big Groups
An area institution serving square-cut, edge-to-edge cheese pies that Louisville and Stark County regulars happily defend as their favorite.
Pizza Oven’s Louisville outpost is the closest taste of a long-running Stark County tradition, with that familiar square cut and cheese right out to the corners. The pies are built for sharing—easy to pass around at a family get-together or after a youth game. Order a couple different sizes and a side of wings, and you’ll understand why this style has such a loyal following in the county.
05
Cozy sit-down option
Falcone's Pizza
Downtown Louisville • Neighborhood Pizza And Italian Spot • Best For A Relaxed Dine-In Night
A welcoming Louisville mainstay where you can linger over a hand-tossed pie, a salad, and maybe a plate of pasta instead of rushing back out the door.
Falcone's feels more like a neighborhood dining room than a quick-slice joint, making it a nice change of pace when you want to sit down for a proper meal. The pizza comes with a softer, hand-tossed crust and balanced sauce, and the rest of the menu gives you options if someone is in the mood for pasta or a sub instead. It’s an easy pick for a casual Friday night that still feels like ‘going out’ without driving all the way into Canton.