Pizza around Wakeman leans on the strength of nearby small towns, with Oberlin, Norwalk, and Amherst all close enough for an easy slice run. Within a 15–20 minute drive you’ll find everything from old-school Ohio pie shops to lively sports bars pouring cold beer with your pepperoni. Use this short list to zero in on the kind of pizza night you’re after, whether it’s quick carryout or a sit-down meal.
A lively Oberlin staple turning out chewy, foldable pies piled high with toppings.
About 15 minutes east of Wakeman, Lorenzo’s feels like the buzzing heart of downtown Oberlin on a weekend night. The menu leans toward New York–style pies with a slightly crisp edge and generous cheese. It’s an easy spot to bring a group, split a couple of larges, and wander the shops around Tappan Square afterward.
Thin, edge-to-edge pizzas and value-friendly specials make this Norwalk standby worth the short drive.
Pisanello’s has the feeling of the kind of pizza place every Ohio town used to have—no frills, just solid pies and subs. Locals rave about the slightly sweet sauce, square-cut pies, and frequent deals that make feeding a crew affordable. Call ahead on Friday nights; the phones tend to light up early.
Saucy pan pizzas, stuffed crusts, and a help-yourself buffet keep families and teams coming back.
If your car is full of kids or you’ve got a hungry softball team in tow, East of Chicago is an easy win. The buffet usually has a steady rotation of styles—from thick pan slices to dessert pizzas—along with salad and wings. For game nights back in Wakeman, their delivery-friendly specialty pizzas travel well.
Consistent, made-to-order pies with plenty of crust options, ready fast when you need something easy.
Marco’s leans into customization, so it’s a handy choice when everyone in the house wants something a little different. From extra-cheesy thin crusts to thick, chewy “original” dough, the crust and topping combos are almost endless. Order online from Wakeman and you can usually be back home with hot pizza in under half an hour.
Hearty, tavern-style pies served alongside cold drafts and plenty of TVs in a lively Amherst storefront.
When you want pizza to feel like more of an evening out, Olde Town is worth the extra miles north of Wakeman. The crust is on the thicker, heartier side, built to stand up to loaded toppings and plenty of cheese. With a long bar, friendly regulars, and games on the screens, it’s the kind of place where one pizza often turns into lingering for another round.