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Classic village staple
Pizzas By George
Shawnee Hills / Dublin Road • Carryout-Focused Neighborhood Pizzeria • Go-To Local Pie
A tiny, no-frills shop right on Dublin Road serving straightforward pies, subs, and wings for the Shawnee Hills crowd[3].
Pizzas By George is the kind of low-key carryout spot every small community leans on, tucked directly along Dublin Road in Shawnee Hills[3]. The menu is built around classic, generously topped pizzas plus familiar sides, making it an easy call when you want a solid pie without leaving the village[3]. It’s especially handy after a day on the water or when you need a dependable, fast option for feeding a group[3].
02
Best family sit-down
Iacono's Pizza and Restaurant
Near O'shaughnessy Reservoir • Family Italian Restaurant And Pizzeria • Family-Friendly Classic
A longtime central Ohio favorite pairing thin-crust pizzas with a full Italian menu just minutes from Shawnee Hills[1][5].
Iacono's has been serving Columbus-area families for decades with recipes rooted in Sicilian tradition, and its Dublin Road location is the go-to sit-down choice near Shawnee Hills[1][5]. Expect cracker-thin crust pizzas, hearty pasta dishes, and big salads in a comfortable, old-school dining room that works as well for kids’ teams as it does for casual date nights[1][5]. It’s the spot you pick when you want real plates, a leisurely meal, and a classic pizzeria atmosphere instead of grab-and-go[1][5].
03
Destination New York–style
Black Dog Pizza
Dublin / Karric Square • New York–Style Slice Shop • Worth-The-Drive Standout
Award-winning New York–style slices and whole pies draw pizza fans to this tucked-away Dublin shop[2].
Black Dog Pizza has built a serious following for its foldable, NYC-inspired slices, earning honors like the Slice of Columbus People’s Choice Best Pizza award[2]. The focus is on well-fermented dough, balanced sauce, and quality toppings, with takeout and delivery making it an easy upgrade over the usual chain options[2]. From Shawnee Hills, it’s a quick drive up to Karric Square when you’re craving big-city slices without leaving the northwest suburbs[2].
04
Creative wood-fired pick
Bazemore Pizza Company
Upper Arlington / Riverside Drive • Modern Craft Pizzeria • Best For Inventive Toppings
A modern spot known for its thoughtfully topped pies and craft feel along Riverside Drive[4].
Frequently cited among Columbus’s standout pizzerias, Bazemore Pizza Company leans into creative topping combinations and a more contemporary, chef-driven approach to pizza[4]. The cozy space and curated drink selection make it a natural choice for date nights or small groups who want something more interesting than a basic pepperoni[4]. From Shawnee Hills, you can cruise straight down Riverside Drive for a night out that still feels close to home[4].
05
Game-day hangout
JT's Pizza & Pub
Worthington Area / West Granville Road • Lively Sports-Bar Pizzeria • Best For Big Groups
A boisterous pub where Columbus-style pizzas share the spotlight with wings, subs, and plenty of TVs[4].
JT’s shows up regularly in best-of lists for Columbus pizza, thanks to its crispy-edged, generously topped pies and a welcoming, neighborhood-bar vibe[4]. With lots of TVs, cold beer, and a broad menu, it’s an easy meet-in-the-middle spot when friends are coming from all over the north side[4]. If you’re in Shawnee Hills and want a lively atmosphere to catch a game along with a solid local pizza, this is the play[4].