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Best hometown classic
Pap's Pizza
Tarlton Village Center • Small-Town Carry-Out Pizzeria • Classic Hometown Choice
A cozy village staple turning out hearty, crowd-pleasing pies for carry-out on the weekends.
Pap's Pizza is the kind of place where locals know the staff by name and order the same favorite every Friday night. The menu leans into classic toppings, generous cheese, and a crust that strikes a balance between soft and crisp. Call ahead, pick up your box, and you’ll be back home in minutes with a reliable small-town comfort dinner.
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Best for big groups
Pizza Cottage - Circleville
Circleville • Family-Friendly Pizza Restaurant • Popular Regional Favorite
A lively spot known for specialty pizzas, big dining rooms, and easygoing family dinners.
Pizza Cottage in Circleville is a go-to when you’re gathering a crew and want plenty of seating and shareable pies. Their menu runs from straightforward pepperoni to loaded specialty creations with extra cheese and toppings edge to edge. It’s an easy option if you’re coming in from Tarlton after a game or an afternoon in town and want a sit-down meal without overthinking it.
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Best for thin, crispy crust
Donatos Pizza - Circleville
Circleville Commercial Strip • Chain Pizzeria With Thin-Crust Pies • Consistent, No-Fuss Option
Crisp, edge-to-edge toppings and reliable service make this an easy weeknight stop.
Donatos in Circleville serves the brand’s trademark thin, crispy crust with toppings scattered generously to the very edge. It’s especially good when you’re in the mood for something lighter than a thick, doughy pie but still want bold flavor and plenty of pepperoni. Order ahead from Tarlton and your pizza is usually ready by the time you pull into the lot.
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Best pizza-and-a-beer hangout
Gants Pizza & Pub
Downtown Circleville • Neighborhood Pizza Pub • Relaxed Sit-Down Pick
A laid-back pub where the pizza is taken seriously and the atmosphere stays friendly and local.
Gants Pizza & Pub pairs hearty pies with a true neighborhood-bar feel, making it a good choice when you want more atmosphere than a standard chain. The crust has a bit more chew, the toppings are piled on, and you can settle in with a drink while your pizza bakes. It’s a comfortable, no-rush option after a day out that still keeps you within an easy drive of Tarlton.
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Best for post-errand dinner
Pizza Cottage - Lancaster
Lancaster • Casual Sit-Down Pizzeria • Convenient After A Trip To Town
A dependable stop for pizza, subs, and salads when errands or shopping bring you through Lancaster.
If your day takes you north toward Lancaster, this Pizza Cottage location is a solid way to wrap things up with a relaxed meal. The menu mirrors the Circleville spot, with plenty of toppings, shareable appetizers, and a family-friendly dining room. It’s ideal when you want to avoid cooking after being out and don’t mind a short drive back to Tarlton with leftovers in tow.