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Classic Canton staple
Pizza Oven
Canton South • Classic Canton-Style Pizzeria • Local Legend
Square-cut, cheese-heavy pies make Pizza Oven the default choice for many families up and down the Route 800 corridor.
This long-running local chain leans into thick layers of cheese and pepperoni over a slightly sweet red sauce, baked to the point where the corners get crisp and caramelized. Go simple with a pepperoni or sausage pie and you will see why locals argue over the outer pieces. On busy weekend evenings, calling ahead is smart—lines can stretch after ball games and local events.
02
Neighborhood favorite
Lindsey's Pizza
Central Canton • Old-School Neighborhood Shop • Best For Late-Night Carryout
A modest-looking shop that turns out generously topped pies and keeps regulars coming back for the sauce.
Lindsey's feels like the kind of place where staff recognize repeat customers, and the focus stays squarely on the pizza. The crust is sturdy enough to hold plenty of toppings, while the sauce leans toward the sweet side in classic Canton fashion. It is a solid option when you want a straightforward, satisfying pie on the way back to Sandyville after errands in town.
03
Best chicken-and-pizza combo
Gionino's Pizzeria
Canton South • Chain Pizzeria With Fried Chicken • Best For Sharing With A Crowd
Known as much for its crispy fried chicken and JoJo potato wedges as its pizza, Gionino's makes it easy to feed a full table.
If your group cannot agree between pizza and chicken, Gionino's solves the argument with combo boxes that cover both. The pizza comes with a soft, slightly chewy crust, plenty of mozzarella, and a balanced tomato sauce that plays well with classic toppings. Adding JoJo potatoes and chicken to the order turns a simple pizza night into a full spread without much extra planning.
04
Toppings-loaded pies
Kraus' Pizza
Canton South • Local Chain Known For Loaded Pies • Value Pick For Big Families
Kraus' piles on the cheese and toppings, making their sheet pizzas a smart move when you are feeding a crowd on a budget.
The hallmark here is abundance: crusts are fairly soft and thick, but they are buried under layers of cheese, sauce, and whatever toppings you choose. Families appreciate the larger sheet-style pizzas, which stretch across a table and still leave leftovers for the next day. It is a practical, satisfying option to pick up on your way back down toward Sandyville after a run into Canton.
05
Best for build-your-own
Blaze Pizza
North Canton • Modern Fast-Casual Pizza Bar • Best For Picky Eaters
Assembly-line, build-your-own pies fire quickly in a hot oven, so everyone can customize without slowing the group down.
Blaze is a good bet when you have drivers coming up from Sandyville with different tastes or dietary needs. You move down the line choosing sauces, cheeses, and toppings, then watch your thin-crust pizza hit the high-heat oven and come out blistered in just a few minutes. With plenty of veggie options and lighter combinations, it is an easy stop when you want something a bit more modern than the classic corner shop.