01
Best overall pick
Cocca's Pizza
Along West State Street In Salem • Classic Mahoning Valley Pizzeria • Go-To For Delivery And Takeout
Square-cut pies with a crispy edge and plenty of old-school charm.
Cocca's is the place Washingtonville locals call when they want dependable, big-flavor pizza without overthinking it. The crust is sturdy enough for generous toppings, and the sauce has that slightly sweet Mahoning Valley profile people around here crave. It’s ideal for game nights, casual get-togethers, and quick pickups on the way back through Salem.
02
Best sit-down pizza night
Ezio's Italian Restaurant
Downtown Salem • Full-Service Italian Restaurant With Pizza • Best For Lingering Dinners
Hand-tossed pies backed up by hearty pasta and classic red-sauce comfort.
If you want more than a quick slice, Ezio's delivers a full sit-down experience with pizza that holds its own. The crust leans traditional, with a nice chew, and toppings range from simple pepperoni to loaded specialty combinations. It’s a solid choice for family dinners, date night, or when you want a carafe of wine with your pie.
03
Family-friendly favorite
Pizza Joe's
East Side Of Salem • Casual Regional Pizza Chain • Best For Kids And Team Parties
Crowd-pleasing pan pizzas and wings that make feeding a group easy.
Pizza Joe's is built for busy nights when you just need a lot of pizza fast. The pan-style crust and square-cut slices are easy to share, and their sheet pizzas are a go-to for youth teams and school events. Expect friendly service, familiar flavors, and plenty of options to keep both kids and adults happy.
04
Columbiana go-to
Belleria Pizza & Italian Restaurant
Along The Main Strip In Columbiana • Homey Italian Joint • Local Favorite For Red-Sauce Comfort
Classic pies, stromboli, and baked pastas in a relaxed, hometown setting.
Belleria brings a cozy, old-school Italian feel that suits Columbiana’s small-town vibe. The pizza leans hearty, with plenty of cheese and a robust sauce that also shows up on their pasta dishes. It’s a comfortable stop when you’re in town for errands or events and want a sit-down meal that still feels casual.
05
Worth-the-drive pick
Wedgewood Pizza
Boardman–Canfield Corridor • Thick-Crust Youngstown-Style Pizzeria • Destination Pie
Legendary, edge-to-edge toppings on chewy, square-cut crusts that travel well back to the village.
For many Mahoning Valley pizza fans, Wedgewood is the benchmark—and worth the extra drive from Washingtonville. The pies are hefty, loaded right to the edge, and built on a crust that stays satisfying even after a ride home. Grab a few specialty pies when you’re already up near Boardman and you’ll see why locals talk about it like a rite of passage.