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Best in-village slice
Purple Monkey Pizza
South Charleston Village Center • Small-Town Carryout Pizzeria • Go-To Local Favorite
Casual, no-frills pizza spot right in South Charleston that locals rely on for easy weeknight carryout.
Purple Monkey Pizza is the obvious first stop if you want a hot pie without leaving the village limits. The crust leans classic Midwestern, with plenty of cheese and toppings piled on generously. Expect friendly service, straightforward options, and call-ahead convenience when ball games or school events make everyone crave pizza at once.
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New York style in Springfield
Bada Bing! Pizzeria
Downtown Springfield • New York Style Pizzeria • Worth-The-Drive Pick
Big, foldable slices and crisp crust make this downtown Springfield shop a favorite for a more urban-style pie.
Bada Bing! Pizzeria brings a city slice-shop feel to downtown Springfield, about a short drive from South Charleston. The pizzas are known for their thin, chewy crust, big slices, and balanced sauce-to-cheese ratio. It is a good choice when you want to make a night of it, pairing pizza with a stroll around the revitalized downtown streets.
03
Dayton-style classic
Cassano's Pizza King
East Springfield • Thin-Crust Regional Chain • Best For Big Groups
A long-running regional favorite turning out ultra-thin, square-cut pizzas that are easy to share with a crowd.
Cassano's Pizza King in Springfield is a solid pick when you are feeding a team, extended family, or a few hungry neighbors. The hallmark is its cracker-thin crust, edge-to-edge toppings, and party-cut squares that make it simple to pass around the table. Order a couple of large specialty pies and some garlic bread, and you are set for a movie or game night back in South Charleston.
04
Campus-town favorite
Colonial Pizza
Downtown Cedarville • Campus-Friendly Pizzeria • Best Post-Ride Or Hike Stop
Laid-back Cedarville main-street shop that suits hungry students and cyclists looking for a hearty, classic pie.
Colonial Pizza sits on Cedarville's small main drag, making it an easy detour after a ride along the nearby bike trails or a visit to the university. The menu leans familiar and comforting, with well-loaded pizzas and plenty of combo options to keep costs reasonable. It is the kind of place where no one rushes you, so you can refuel and catch up before heading back toward South Charleston.
05
Edge-to-edge favorite
Donatos Pizza
North Springfield Shopping Corridor • Fast-Casual Chain Pizzeria • Reliable Crowd-Pleaser
Crisp, edge-to-edge pepperoni pizzas and quick service make this Springfield Donatos a dependable option close to big-box shopping.
The Springfield location of Donatos is convenient if you are already in town running errands and want to bring something reliable back to South Charleston. Their signature thin crust and generous, edge-to-edge toppings work well for both picky eaters and pepperoni fans. Order ahead for pickup, grab a salad or wings on the side, and you have an easy dinner that feels a notch above standard chain fare.