01
Best overall pick
Old Towne Pizza
Historic Downtown Amherst • Cozy Dine-In Pizzeria • Classic Small-Town Favorite
Classic small-town pizza parlor with generous pies and a loyal Amherst following.[6]
Old Towne tops a lot of local lists thanks to its well-seasoned crust, hearty toppings, and friendly, no-rush dining room that feels like a community living room.[6] The menu leans comforting rather than trendy, making it an easy pick when you just want a straightforward, satisfying pizza night after a short drive up from South Amherst.[6]
02
Best for crust lovers
D'Tutanelli's Pizza
East Side Of Amherst • Craft-Leaning Neighborhood Pizzeria • Scratch-Dough Standout
Scratch-made dough and carefully chosen toppings make this Amherst shop stand out for flavor and consistency.[5][6]
D'Tutanelli's builds its pies on dough made from scratch, a detail you can taste in the structure and chew of every slice.[5] Specialty combinations and a lighter hand with sauce appeal to people who want something a bit more crafted than typical takeout, while still keeping it relaxed enough for an easy weeknight order from the South Amherst area.[6]
03
Family carryout favorite
Jilliano's Pizzeria
West Amherst Neighborhood Strip • Busy Carryout And Delivery Shop • Best For Family Takeout
Family-run carryout spot known for dependable pizzas, wings, and late-evening orders when you do not feel like cooking.[2][6]
Jilliano's has been family owned and operated since 2006, and it shows in the friendly service and steady quality they turn out of their compact Amherst shop.[2] The focus is on carryout and delivery, making it a natural backup plan on busy days when you are commuting past Amherst or heading home to South Amherst with hungry passengers in the car.[6]
04
Delivery go-to
Marco's Pizza
Leavitt Road Shopping Strip • Chain Carryout And Delivery Spot • Most Convenient For Quick Delivery
A familiar national name that locals use as a go-to for quick, customizable pies off Leavitt Road.[1][7]
This Marco's location off North Leavitt Road gives South Amherst residents fast access to the chain's well-known lineup of build-your-own pizzas, subs, and sides.[1] Online ordering and frequent deals make it especially convenient when you need to feed a crowd on short notice without driving far.[7]
05
Best for chain classics
Pizza Hut
Oak Point Retail Area Near I-90 • Casual Chain Pizza Restaurant • Best For Group Deals And Errands
Classic chain shop near the Oak Point retail cluster, handy when errands and pizza need to happen in the same run.[3][7]
Set near the busy Oak Point Road shopping area in Amherst, this Pizza Hut makes it easy to grab familiar pan pizzas and breadsticks on your way to or from big-box stores.[3] It is not aiming for artisan status, but the predictable menu, combo deals, and easy parking make it a practical choice for families coming up from South Amherst who value convenience as much as the pie itself.[7]