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Most inventive pies
Avalanche Pizza
Athens – East State Street • Creative Slice Shop And Bakery • Local Favorite For Bold Flavors
A destination for wildly creative, wood-fired pies piled with high-quality, often local toppings.
Avalanche leans into big flavors and offbeat combinations, so it’s where you go when you want more than just pepperoni. Expect chewy, blistered crusts, robust sauces, and toppings ranging from house-made sausage to roasted veggies and specialty cheeses. It’s an easy hop from Stewart, especially if you’re already heading into Athens for errands or a game.
02
Best late-night slices
Goodfella's Pizza
Athens – Uptown Court Street • Classic College-Town Slice Counter • Best For Late-Night Slices
A no-frills Court Street standby turning out oversized, foldable slices into the late hours.
Goodfella’s is all about quick, hot pizza with that classic college-town energy. You grab a paper plate, pick a slice from the display, and you’re back on the sidewalk in minutes. It’s especially handy after a show or Bobcats game when you want something fast and satisfying before heading back toward Stewart.
03
Game-day hangout
Courtside Pizza
Athens – Near Campus Green • Laid-Back Sports Pizza Bar • Best For Watching The Game
A relaxed spot for pizza, cold drinks, and TV screens tuned to the big game just off the heart of campus.
Courtside pairs crispy-edged, shareable pies with a lineup of beers and a steady stream of sports on the TVs. The vibe is casual and social, making it an easy choice when you’re meeting friends from Stewart and Athens in the middle. It’s also one of the more comfortable places uptown to linger over a whole pie instead of just grabbing a slice.
04
Best quick grab-and-go
Pizza Stop
Albany – Washington Road Corridor • Drive‑Thru Pizza Stop • Best For Convenience
A locally owned drive‑thru spot west of Stewart serving hearty, crowd-pleasing pizzas without leaving your car.
Pizza Stop is tailor-made for weeknights when you’re coming back toward Stewart and want dinner handled before you pull in the driveway. You call ahead or swing through the drive‑thru, grab your pizza, and you’re back on the road in minutes. The menu leans classic—think pepperoni, deluxe, and meat-lovers—done in a straightforward, satisfying style.
05
Best for families
Pizza Cottage
Athens – East State Street Retail Strip • Family-Friendly Ohio-Style Pizzeria • Best For Families And Groups
A roomy sit-down pizzeria with a broad menu and plenty of space for teams, families, and groups coming in from Stewart.
Pizza Cottage is a dependable choice when you’ve got a carful of hungry people and need something everyone can agree on. Pizzas come with generous toppings, and there are wings, salads, and appetizers to round out the table. Its location near the main shopping corridor in Athens makes it easy to fold into a Stewart-to-town errand run.