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Best overall pick
Cristy's Pizza New Lexington
New Lexington, North Of Shawnee • Classic Small-Town Pizzeria • Local Favorite For All Ages
A Perry County standby known for its slightly sweet sauce, generous toppings, and reliable takeout.
Cristy's in New Lexington is the spot most locals point to when you ask where they actually order pizza on a busy weeknight. The crust runs that ideal middle ground between soft and crisp, and the toppings come piled higher than the chains. It is an easy drive from Shawnee and a good pick whether you are feeding kids, a work crew, or a cabin full of friends.
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Worth the Hocking Hills drive
Pizza Crossing Logan
Logan, Gateway To Hocking Hills • Hearty, Topping-Loaded Pies In A Casual Setting • Best Road-Trip Pizza
Big, chewy crusts and serious layers of cheese and toppings make this Logan favorite a destination in its own right.
If you are pairing a Hocking Hills day with dinner, Pizza Crossing in Logan is the move. The pies are built heavy, with a sturdy crust and a generous hand on cheese and pepperoni, so a couple of larges easily cover a hungry group. Expect a busy, lived-in dining room on weekends and steady takeout traffic from locals who have been ordering here for years.
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Weeknight standby
Cristy's Pizza Somerset
Historic Somerset Village • Carryout-Focused Hometown Shop • Best For Quick Pickup
A small storefront turning out familiar Cristy's pies that travel well back to Shawnee or the lake.
Somerset's Cristy's is a compact, carryout-first operation that suits anyone passing through town or heading back toward the back roads. The menu sticks to the hits: classic pepperoni, meat lovers, and a few specialty combos, plus subs and wings if you want to round things out. Call ahead, swing through the village square, and you are back on the road in minutes.
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Best downtown hangout
Pizza Crossing Nelsonville
Nelsonville, Southeast Of Shawnee • Lively Downtown Pizzeria • Best For Lingering Over A Pie
A roomy spot off the square where big pies, cold drinks, and relaxed service encourage you to stay a while.
Nelsonville's Pizza Crossing has the same hefty pies as the Logan location but with more of a downtown hangout feel. It is a natural stop if you are exploring the brick streets around the square or coming off the nearby trails. Order a large specialty pizza, grab a pitcher for the table, and plan on settling in rather than rushing out the door.
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Big-name chain comfort
Pizza Hut New Lexington
New Lexington Shopping Strip • Familiar National Chain • Best For Predictable Classics
A convenient option when you want the comfort of chain pizza, breadsticks, and wings without leaving Perry County.
For many families around Shawnee, the New Lexington Pizza Hut is the default choice when nobody wants to cook and everyone agrees on the classics. Pan pizzas, stuffed crust, and shareable sides make it easy to order for a mixed group with picky eaters. It may not be a hidden gem, but the location, hours, and consistency make it a practical part of the local pizza rotation.