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Best overall pick
Carlini's Pizza Shop
Central Shadyside Along Central Avenue • Old-School Hometown Pizzeria • Local Favorite For Classic Trays
A no-frills Shadyside staple turning out crispy, cheesy trays that feel tailor-made for Friday nights and ballgames.
Carlini's is the kind of small-town pizza shop people grow up with and never stop talking about. The focus is on straightforward, well-executed pies with a slightly crisp crust, plenty of cheese, and straightforward toppings. Call ahead for full trays on busy evenings; they go fast when there’s a game or community event in town.
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Best for build-your-own combinations
DeFelice Brothers Pizza
Shadyside Commercial Strip On Central Avenue • Regional Chain Pizzeria With A Local Feel • Best For Customizable Pies And Party Orders
A reliable spot for loaded specialty pizzas, build-your-own combinations, and big orders that can feed a crowd.
The Shadyside outpost of DeFelice Brothers brings the regional chain’s familiar style close to home, with a slightly thicker crust and generous toppings. It’s a go-to for families who want a dependable carryout option, especially when everyone craves something different. Their specialty pies and party-sized options make it a smart pick for birthday parties, team dinners, and casual get-togethers.
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Best quick stop north of town
Pizza Milano
Downtown Bellaire, A Short Drive North Of Shadyside • Casual Slice Shop And Takeout Spot • Best For Quick Slices And Late Suppers
A handy Bellaire option when you want a hot slice or basic pie without much fuss on the way back to Shadyside.
Head a few minutes up the river to Bellaire and you’ll find a Pizza Milano that’s popular with workers, families, and anyone needing an easy dinner. Expect familiar, New York–leaning pies with foldable slices, straightforward toppings, and plenty of cheese. It’s especially convenient if you’re already in Bellaire running errands or catching a game and want to grab something to bring home.
04
Essential regional classic
DiCarlo's Pizza
Downtown Wheeling Across The River • Iconic Ohio Valley Tray-Pizza Shop • Best For True Ohio Valley Style
A short hop over the bridge rewards you with the famous DiCarlo’s square-cut trays and their distinctive fresh-cheese-on-top style.
If you’re curious about true Ohio Valley pizza, DiCarlo’s in downtown Wheeling is the benchmark that many locals swear by. Pies come in square cuts with a crisp base, sauce and crust baked first, then cheese and toppings added hot out of the oven for a unique texture. It’s a simple setup—order at the counter, wait for your tray—but it’s a ritual fans from both sides of the river happily make the drive for.
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Best sit-down Italian with pizza
Figaretti's Restaurant
Hilltop West Wheeling • Cozy Family-Run Italian Restaurant • Best For Relaxed Dine-In Nights
A long-running Italian favorite where you can pair homestyle pasta with a well-made pizza in a comfortable, old-school dining room.
When you want more than a quick carryout box, Figaretti’s offers a full Italian dinner experience within easy driving distance of Shadyside. While many come for the pasta and red sauce, the pizzas are a quiet standout—thin to medium crust, nicely browned, and ideal for sharing at the table. It’s a solid choice for date nights, visiting family, or any evening when you want to linger over a meal rather than rush back out the door.