01
Best overall pick
Giovanni's Pizza of Portsmouth (Rosemount)
Rosemount • Family-Friendly Pan-Pizza Joint • Local Favorite
A go-to Rosemount spot for generous pan pizzas, subs, and wings that feel made for weeknights and ballgame watch parties.
Giovanni's sits right in the Rosemount area, so it’s the easy choice when you want solid pizza without heading into downtown Portsmouth. The crust is soft and bready with plenty of cheese and toppings, and the menu stretches into hearty subs, salads, and wings. Call ahead for carryout on busy evenings, when locals tend to stack up the orders.
02
Best for a night out
Oddfellows
Downtown Portsmouth Riverfront • Craft Pizza And Bowling Bar • Best For Groups
A modern downtown hangout where stone-baked pizzas share the spotlight with lanes, cocktails, and a lively crowd.
Oddfellows brings a bit of big-city energy to Portsmouth, with creative pies, a full bar, and bowling under the same roof. It’s a strong pick when you want pizza plus something to do, whether that’s date night or a group outing. Plan to linger over a couple of sharable pizzas while you trade frames on the lanes.
03
Classic local pan pizza
Fred's Pizza Express
Central Portsmouth • Old-School Carryout Shop • Takeout Staple
A long-running Portsmouth favorite known for thick, saucy pan pizzas that travel well back to Rosemount.
Fred's leans into that nostalgic, slightly crisp-edged pan pizza style that many locals grew up on. The crust is sturdy enough for a heavy load of toppings, making it ideal if you like your slices on the indulgent side. It’s primarily a grab-and-go operation, so it’s perfect when you just want to swing through Portsmouth, pick up a couple of boxes, and head home.
04
Best for kids and buffets
Mr Gatti's Pizza
North Portsmouth Retail Strip • Buffet-Style Family Restaurant • Best For Families
A family-oriented buffet spot where kids can load up on pizza, pasta, and sides without breaking the budget.
Mr Gatti's is built for group outings and kid-friendly nights, thanks to its buffet lineup of pizzas, breadsticks, and comfort-food sides. The variety makes it easy to please picky eaters, and the casual setup means no one worries about making a mess. It’s an especially handy option after youth sports or school events when everyone rolls in hungry at once.
05
Reliable chain favorite
Pizza Hut (Portsmouth)
Scioto Trail Commercial Strip • National Chain Dine-In And Delivery • Dependable Delivery Choice
A familiar name delivering classic pan, hand-tossed, and stuffed-crust pizzas straight up the road from Rosemount.
For nights when you want something predictable and fast, the Portsmouth Pizza Hut gets the job done with the same menu you’ll recognize from almost anywhere else. The mix of dine-in, carryout, and delivery makes it flexible, whether you’re feeding a couple of people or a whole crew. It’s not the most adventurous option in the area, but convenience and consistency keep it in many locals’ rotation.