Best pizza in Dayton · Italian-American guide
Best Italian-American Pizza in Dayton
The 7 best Italian-American pizzerias in Dayton, Ohio, ranked by editorial score. The red-sauce pizzeria tradition carried across America by Italian immigrants: generous cheese, a sturdy crust, and recipes passed down for generations. This is the neighborhood pizza most of the country grew up on.
Cassano's Pizza King
The square-cut party pizza has a thin, buttery crust that's a Dayton institution. The tangy house sauce is what locals recognize immediately, sweeter and spicier than most.
Marion's Piazza
The pan crust is thick, buttery, and crisp on the bottom without being greasy. Loaded pies come with generous, evenly distributed toppings under a well-seasoned sauce.
Joe's Pizzeria Dayton
The thin, cracker-style crust is baked well past golden for a real crunch. The sauce leans sweet-tangy, a distinct old-school Dayton flavor.
Pizza Factory Dayton
The dough is proofed properly so the crust puffs up light with a slight chew. Sauce is a well-balanced tomato base without excess sweetness.
DeLucia's Pizza
The crust is medium-thick with a satisfying chew and a mildly sweet sauce typical of the region's older pizzerias. Toppings are simple, classic combinations done well.
Brown Street Pizza
The crust is thin to medium with decent crispness at the edge, nothing fancy but reliably cooked through. Classic toppings like pepperoni and sausage come in generous portions.
Troy Street Pizza & Subs
The pan-style crust is thick and buttery on the bottom, similar to Dayton's classic style. Sauce is tangy-sweet and pairs well with a heavy layer of cheese.