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Closest chain standby
Pizza Hut
Pomeroy Hilltop Above The River • Classic National Chain Pizzeria • Reliable Pick For Families And Teams
The Pomeroy Pizza Hut is the closest full-service pizza stop to Syracuse, with familiar pies, wings, and plenty of booth seating.
Perched up the hill from downtown Pomeroy, this Pizza Hut is where a lot of Meigs County families end up after games or errands. The pan and stuffed-crust pizzas come out consistently, and the staff is used to handling bigger groups on busy evenings. It’s not fancy, but if you want predictable pizza, pitchers of soda, and a quick in-and-out near Syracuse, this is the easiest choice.
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Worth-the-drive artisan pick
Avalanche Pizza
Athens, Just Northwest Of Town • Artisan, Creative-Topping Pizzeria • Best For Foodies And Pizza Obsessives
Avalanche Pizza turns out big, chewy-crust pies loaded with inventive toppings that feel more like a destination meal than a quick slice.
If you don’t mind the drive toward Athens, Avalanche is the place that makes people rethink what a small-town pizza shop can do. The menu leans into fun combinations—think roasted veggies, specialty meats, and garlicky sauces—alongside traditional pepperoni and cheese. Call ahead at peak times, because locals and college students alike treat this spot as their go-to for takeout feasts and weekend splurges.
03
Best late-night slice
Goodfella's Pizza
Court Street In Uptown Athens • By-The-Slice College-Town Joint • Late-Night Favorite
Goodfella’s is the classic Court Street counter where you grab a hot, oversized slice and a drink before or after a night out.
This is the place Syracuse locals mention when they talk about grabbing a slice in Athens after a ballgame or concert. The slices are big, foldable, and served fast, with simple toppings that hit the spot when you’re walking Court Street. It’s more of a grab-and-go experience than a sit-down meal, but if you want a taste of the college-town energy with your pizza, Goodfella’s is the move.
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Game-day gathering spot
Courtside Pizza
Near The Ohio University Campus In Athens • Casual Sports-Bar-Style Pizzeria • Best For Watching The Game With A Pie
Courtside Pizza combines solid, shareable pies with a laid-back sports-bar vibe that works well for groups making the trip from Syracuse.
Courtside is known as a dependable place to settle in with a pizza and watch whatever game happens to be on. The crust is on the thinner side, with plenty of cheese and toppings that stand up well to sharing. It’s a good choice when you’ve got a mix of pizza lovers and non-pizza folks in the group, since there are wings and other pub-style snacks to round out the table.
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Best for big groups
Pizza Cottage
East State Street Corridor In Athens • Family-Friendly Dine-In Pizzeria • Great For Gatherings And Celebrations
Pizza Cottage offers roomy seating, crowd-pleasing pies, and a relaxed atmosphere that suits birthday dinners and team outings from Meigs County.
Set along the main commercial strip in Athens, Pizza Cottage is easy to reach and easy to like. The menu sticks to the hits—classic specialty pizzas, thick-cut pepperoni, and plenty of appetizers—so it’s simple to order for picky eaters or large parties. If you’re coming up from Syracuse with family or a full carload, the combination of parking, space, and straightforward comfort food makes this an especially low-stress stop.