By Marie

October 31, 2009 1:10 PM | Link to this

RON’S pizza is the best thin crust pizza in the dayton area!!! try it

By MHall

August 8, 2009 5:23 PM | Link to this

Wow.. Pizza Wars! Cool!

By get real former DDN employee

July 21, 2009 9:53 AM | Link to this

Who are you REALLY? No scripts, just the same person voting over and over. DUH!!

By some other dude

July 21, 2009 9:41 AM | Link to this

You might want to note that there is “Former” infront of that name :)

By former DDN employee

July 21, 2009 9:28 AM | Link to this

My apologies it was joes or Pizza Factory, this was over a year ago this conversation took place, but with BOTH cranking near 40k votes. Theres no disputing there were scripts running. There is not enough unique visitors on this site for that kind of numbers. I have a witness that would vouch for the voting-script conversation taking place.

By whatever

July 20, 2009 11:13 PM | Link to this

I knew what you meant Mary. ;) No, no web developer and the owners of Joe’s Pizzeria are honest, hard working, thoughtful people who would never consider scamming their way to win a contest. Anyone who knows them knows that is true. So get over it. Last year was not a scam and neither was this year. Joe’s IS the best so swallow your jealous pride and move on … Former DDN employee?? Right!! It’s just a contest … someone comes in first, second and third. Good heavens.

By pepperoniplease

July 20, 2009 7:52 PM | Link to this

Um, Joe’s doesn’t have a website so it’s highly unlikely they have a web developer. A DDN employee getting their facts wrong. now there’s a shocker.

By crazymary

July 20, 2009 2:16 PM | Link to this

Joe’s lover I am not sure if you misunderstood my post, I was not implying that it was a scam that Joe’s won, I was responding to Pizzalovers accusations that it was a scam last year. I have been eating Joe’s pizza since 1986 and will never eat anything else. I tried Marions once and still don’t know what all the rave is about it, but to each his own.

By joe's lover

July 20, 2009 1:43 PM | Link to this

considering that last year we were totally unaware of this poll and it was a complete surprise that we won, there was no scam. thank you!

By crazymary

July 20, 2009 12:46 PM | Link to this

Hey Pizzalover didn’t seem to matter, Joe’s Pizzeria is the best, and some how they won this year, with the computer fix. So how was it a scam again?

By joe's lover

July 20, 2009 12:32 PM | Link to this

Not a scam baby … we won AGAIN! have a great day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Deep-dish lover

July 20, 2009 12:21 PM | Link to this

Best pizza ROSATI’S Best pizza place????….Surely not one that holds 200 screaming people!!!!!

By pizzalover

July 20, 2009 12:17 PM | Link to this

Hey Joe’s lover………where are the 42,000 + votes you had last year???? Seems like they fixed the vote counter this year and no scams…..

By Donna

July 20, 2009 11:20 AM | Link to this

Since Rons pizza in Miamisburg didnt seem to make the list,,we chose Giovannis in Fairborn.We were recommended by a friend to go there and loved it the first visit.Nice rest.bar.staff,all made it a great experience.

By enuff already

July 20, 2009 11:15 AM | Link to this

Roasti’s is loving the free advertising … too bad that won’t make them win this contest.

By Dan

July 20, 2009 10:41 AM | Link to this

Joe’s Pizza is the easliy the most consistently delicious pizza in Dayton. They use only the best & freshest ingredients. Importantly their are very reasonable and the serving sizes are very adequate. They also have an impeccably clean operation.

By pizza pete

July 20, 2009 10:31 AM | Link to this

Joe’s Pizza is terrific! Matter of fact I think I’ll have some for lunch today….

By pizzalover

July 20, 2009 10:23 AM | Link to this

Thank you Rosatis for finally bringing THE BEST PIZZA to the Dayton area. Yes you have to wait for PERFECTION as each and every pizza there is made when you order it. The crust and sauce have not been sitting around . Most of the smart people plan ahead and have it delivered….

By BC

July 20, 2009 10:18 AM | Link to this

Rosati’s Monster Pizza is crazy good! And they’re the only place you can get REAL Chicago Style deep dish and stuffed pizzas! It’s our favorite by far!

By undisclosed

July 20, 2009 9:36 AM | Link to this

Let’s see … how many stores does Marion’s have? 6? How many does Joe’s Pizzeria have? 1 … . Hmmmmmmmm. All those votes for one location???. . who’s really the best??
GO JOE’S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By A

July 20, 2009 9:23 AM | Link to this

MILANOS…fresh dough made daily!! Yum!

By pizzalover

July 20, 2009 8:28 AM | Link to this

I think there must be some Rosati employees or owners logging in as different people trying to get their pizza on this comment list over and over. Springboro is a tiny town, and Rosati’s is never busy. Their pizza is awful and no matter when you order, you wait forever. We stopped going there.

We like Marions, but find it overpriced and the quality inconsistent. Sometimes we go there, but since they only take cash, rarely.

We like Johnny’s pizza in Centerville (used to be Rockafellas)

By Karen

July 20, 2009 7:32 AM | Link to this

Joe’s Pizzeria is the best in the Dayton area. My mouth waters just thinking about it! I have traveled the globe, lived in multiple states, just had Chicago deep dish this past weekend which was yummy, but for the best in Dayton its gotta be Joe’s!

By number 2

July 20, 2009 4:17 AM | Link to this

Wow, I never knew how many people in the Dayton area were insanely emotional about where they buy their pizza. After reading some of the comments on here I am appalled at how so many of you are acting. It’s great that the internet gives a faceless persona that can be changed at any given moment but that is still no excuse for acting like a complete a*s. Those of you who have attacked people for their opinion, going so far as to attack where someone else was born, should be ashamed of yourselves.

By joe

July 20, 2009 3:39 AM | Link to this

Pizza is by a persons own taste. I prefer Giovanni’s in Fairborn, I drive over a 100 miles to get one. They are all mostly good (pizzas) but they are the best to me, TRY ONE, you’ll see. As far as cost, who cares, as long as it’s a good pizza per your taste.

By DMc12

July 20, 2009 12:02 AM | Link to this

Marion’s is the best Pizza in town…. the thin crust is a hit! Thanks for all the great years Marion! Many more!

By Gwen

July 19, 2009 9:08 PM | Link to this

I have lived from coast to coast, traveled border to border. only one pizza plalce comes close to JOE”S PIZZERIA and it is Metro Pizza in Las Vegas. JOE”S is the VERY BEST in this country.

By Shaun

July 19, 2009 8:21 PM | Link to this

Rosati’s is my favorite pizza ever!

By Caroline

July 19, 2009 7:49 PM | Link to this

While Marion’s is so-so, the very best pizza comes from RON’S in Miamisburg

By Kaitlyn

July 19, 2009 3:47 PM | Link to this

To nyc: If you want great Italian sausage on your pizza, go to Rosati’s! It’s full of flavor and that’s why I don’t get pizza anywhere else. It’s tasteless everywhere else I’ve gone. I highly recomend Rosati’s to anyone that likes great flavor.

By Kelly

July 19, 2009 12:24 PM | Link to this

Oh My Gosh! Rosati’s has the best pizza I’veever had. Loaded with topping and cheese that are always fresh. It’s delicious!

By Kaitlyn

July 19, 2009 12:15 PM | Link to this

Rosati’s in Springboro has incredibly awesome pizza. The crusts come in 5 different sizes and 5 different styles! The best in my opinion is the Chicago Style, a truly delicious and filling pizza so big you need a fork and knife for the first half or every slice!

By Claire

July 19, 2009 9:30 AM | Link to this

The only thing good I can think to say about Marion’s pizza is that it’s local which possibly is the answer to the question, “It’s not pizza, so what can it be?” Local, that’s what.

By Doug

July 19, 2009 9:15 AM | Link to this

The best pizza in Dayton is definately Hoagies on N. Dixie. Why is it not on yhe poll? If I had to vote for one on the poll it would be Joe’s. However it would taint the poll as Hoagie’s is the beat.

By Jim

July 19, 2009 8:43 AM | Link to this

Does anyone remember Sam’s Pizza on Salem Ave. by Good Sam’s Hospital? In the 60’s, it was outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!

By Fred Wood

July 19, 2009 8:10 AM | Link to this

When I travel back to Dayton from Pennsylvania, my first restaurant stop is Marion’s. As a restaurant owner, I know the first thing to bringing customers back, is a taste they will remember. Marion’s has had that taste since I went to high school there. It’s really no contest!!

By boogiesmama

July 19, 2009 3:49 AM | Link to this

I cant believe the bitterness that some of these folks have over what pizza is the best? I mean one lady went so far as to tell off someone and call them ignorant for thinking their fav pizza was the best……. My vote is for Marions above and beyond and Im happy and proud to say it…it is a local chain that has been ran by the same family for generations!

By NJ

July 19, 2009 1:30 AM | Link to this

The best pizza in the world is Hoagie’s on North Dixie Drive in Northridge and there is also a Troy location. It is family owned and has been around forever. If you’ve never been there take the time to visit. You won’t be sorry you did! The deluxe pizza and spider sandwich are my all time favorites.

By courtney <3

July 18, 2009 10:32 PM | Link to this

joe’s pizzeria is the best pizza you will ever have! try it once and you’ll keep going back for more!!!

By Jane

July 18, 2009 7:35 PM | Link to this

RON’S PIZZA in Miamisburg!

By SouthParkTavernFan

July 18, 2009 4:14 PM | Link to this

This poll is not fair, as it has split the Pizza Factory vote into two…as the South Park Tavern is the same. The Tavern is owned by the owner of the P.F. and just a few doors down. They changed the name of the sit-down restaurant, due to the confusion of two locations on the same street. The pizza is the same—& it’s great! Perhaps you should fix your poll to read Pizza Factory/SP Tavern

By ROCKY

July 18, 2009 10:46 AM | Link to this

ROSATIS of SPRINGBORO has what everyone else lacks in their pizzas…..Real TASTE , Real FLAVOR, Real ITALIAN SAUSAGE, Real CHEESE Real DEEP DISH STYLE.. All Chicagoans KNOW and NY’ers should try it ….Its the next best to being home taste.. OHIOans need to treat their taste buds with REAL PIZZA ,,,,, ROSATIS…

By Cutie Patootie

July 18, 2009 10:33 AM | Link to this

THANK YOU LISA L for finally saying what everyone else out here is thinking about Marion lovers….You really DO NOT need to be vile and rude, This is a vote for BEST Pizza not a public bashing link….

By Sandy & Danny

July 18, 2009 12:44 AM | Link to this

Joe’s Pizzeria is the BEST pizza in Dayton. Everyone should try it, you will never go any where else.

By magi

July 17, 2009 10:24 PM | Link to this

Delicious!! Brandy & Lynn would have to agree!! ;)

By LisaL

July 17, 2009 6:58 PM | Link to this

To Marion’s Lover - We get that you love Marion’s but really, is it necessary to be so vile and rude? Just vote for your favorite and let everyone else do the same. If I stooped to your level I would say that it goes to show what type of people like Marion’s - uneducated, ignorant, unsophisticated, morons - but fortunately, I am not that petty. Thank you for letting us know your favorite and let everyone else do the same!

By shaun bolen

July 17, 2009 5:31 PM | Link to this

WHERE ELSE CAN U GO AND TAKE UP TO 200+ PEOPLE FOR A PIZZA PARTY, WITH BEER,WINE,VIDEO GAMES 4 KIDS AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST GREAT FOOD…PIZZA ,SALADS,SANDWICHES THE ONLY THING THEY DON’T HAVE IS DESSERTS…………..MARION’S MARION’S MARION’S

By shaun bolen

July 17, 2009 5:30 PM | Link to this

WHERE ELSE CAN U GO AND TAKE UP TO 200+ PEOPLE FOR A PIZZA PARTY, WITH BEER,WINE,VIDEO GAMES 4 KIDS AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST GREAT FOOD…PIZZA ,SALADS,SANDWICHES THE ONLY THING THEY DON’T HAVE IS DESSERTS…………..MARION’S MARION’S MARION’S

By Pizza Moron

July 17, 2009 4:30 PM | Link to this

Marions is ok. The world has many pizza parlors. Most are ok. I would not drive to far for a Marions. It is not much differant then Casanoes or Christys. I like them. But, a coal fired oven pizza is almost always superior. I don’t think Dayton can afford one of these.

By marion's LOVER

July 17, 2009 3:43 PM | Link to this

TO NYC: really it stands to reason you should like the little crap slices at Marions going IN your mouth, since crap is all that comes FROM your mouth.

By an ohioian

July 17, 2009 12:24 PM | Link to this

hey new yorkers: this contest is for the best in Dayton OH. If you don’t like the pizza here go back to NY.

By Dale Banks

July 17, 2009 12:16 PM | Link to this

Kramers on Irving Ave. Simply the Best! THE BEST IN THE WORLD!!!!

By monni

July 17, 2009 12:06 PM | Link to this

Pizza in Brooklyn is the best….Marion’s pizza is horrible, can’t figure out what everyone sees (or tastes) in it. Flying Pizza is the closest to real pizza around here. It’s pretty good. And, you can get a slice, not a whole pie.

By Scott

July 17, 2009 11:50 AM | Link to this

My rankings: 1-Marion’s, 2-Joe’s, 3-Classic, 4-Kramers, 5-Little York Tavern. I will have to try Milano’s though next time I’m there. I usually get their calzone or sandwiches. Marion’s is expensive though.

I have had NYC pizza in NYC. I have had Chicago pizza in Chicago. My rankings: 1-Chicago, 2-Dayton and last is NYC cuz your pizza wasn’t very good.

By Chiwander65

July 17, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this

Hey nyc - if you r looking for true Italian sausage, try Rosati’s Pizza in Springboro. They have the BEST sausage - not the rabbit pellet pork mix they pass as “sausage” at some places - and HUGE slices and squares.

By ok

July 17, 2009 11:41 AM | Link to this

I’ll give you that one, nyc. The appetizer-style pizza is soemthing I’ve never understood. But there is betetr pizza than Marion’s. that’s why they call is piazza there. LOL. But there is very good pizza here. Pizza Factory is good. Joe’s is good. Rosati’s is pretty good. Corleone’s is very good. Jimy’s makes a good pizza in their Kitchen.

By nyc

July 17, 2009 11:26 AM | Link to this

pizza originated in brooklyn , ny….the stuff they sell in dayton is of inferior quality….they have no idea what italian sausage is here….when i asked for it at marions…it took the counter girl fifteen minutes to check with the manager…and they told me they had something called pork topping….then they cut the pie into one inch little squares…what is that all about….i guess that is a thing they do here…so you wont put to much of that crap they sell as pizza in your mouth at once

By mmmmpizza

July 17, 2009 11:16 AM | Link to this

Folks you must try Palermos on S. Dixie Dr. It is clearly the best ever.

By Doc

July 17, 2009 10:59 AM | Link to this

For those who voted Marions, it’s obvious you have never been out of the Dayton area before to base your decision on. Good grief, Marions? Yuch!!!

By Rocky

July 17, 2009 1:56 AM | Link to this

ROSATIS OF SPRINGBORO THE ONLY PLACE TO GET TRULY THE BEST PIZZA.

By jerry

July 17, 2009 12:56 AM | Link to this

marions pizza has always been the best and will always be the best pizza in town. they have great service and there products they use are the best money can buy …so for all you other pizza lovers …..go try the best..and see foryourself!!!

By Jean and Bill

July 17, 2009 12:12 AM | Link to this

Marions has the best pizza in town. The Kettering Town and Country location has the friendliest staff that I have ever met, and they make us feel at home every time. Atmosphere, good food, clean restaurant, and good management day or night. One of our favorite places to RELAX! We feel at home there!

By megan

July 16, 2009 11:11 PM | Link to this

joe’s pizzeria is BY FAR the best in Dayton, Marions is not that great. none of the others even COMPARE.

By Brandy

July 16, 2009 11:04 PM | Link to this

Marion’s pizza is awesome!!! Lynn this is for you!!!

By terry

July 16, 2009 11:02 PM | Link to this

joe’s pizza is the best! and who’s the cruley headed woman working up front?

By spencer

July 16, 2009 10:59 PM | Link to this

i really like marions sausage and pepperoni. can’t be beat.

By sharon sierra

July 16, 2009 10:58 PM | Link to this

It’s the BEST pizza I have ever had…..

By shelley

July 16, 2009 10:44 PM | Link to this

marions is GREAT!!

By Rhonda H

July 16, 2009 9:55 PM | Link to this

Please People! Joes Pizzeria is awsome! The smell alone can starve a person to death…then the taste…awe!! If you haven’t tried it, you don’t know what you are missing! IT’S THE BEST!

By Matt

July 16, 2009 9:10 PM | Link to this

Pizza Factory ROCKS!!!

By Pizza Lover

July 16, 2009 8:47 PM | Link to this

YOU HAVE NOT HAD GOOOOOOOOOOOD PIZZA UNTIL YOU HAVE TRYED Rosatis’ Pizza !!!!!!!!! IT IS TO “DIE FOR”. Pizza loving man

By Corey

July 16, 2009 8:15 PM | Link to this

Marions, Great Pizza! Marions, Great People! Marions, Great Times!!!

By Jill

July 16, 2009 8:12 PM | Link to this

Carmela’s in Brookville has the best pizza by far! Yummy!!! It is worth the drive from Dayton to try it out!

By CJ

July 16, 2009 7:47 PM | Link to this

Go ahead and eat your cardboard pies, but leave the Rockys pizza for me.

By Jo S

July 16, 2009 7:09 PM | Link to this

Our family’s absolute favorite is Marion’s. Their Super Cheese pizza is the best!

By AUDREY P.

July 16, 2009 6:12 PM | Link to this

PIZZA- PIZZA PIE-THE ONLY PIZZA THATS WORTH GOING FOR ROSATI’S PIZZA OF SPRINGBORO !!!!!!!!!!!!!

By joemomma

July 16, 2009 4:28 PM | Link to this

Must also give MAD props to a little Dayton bar by UD called Kramers!!! BEST PIZZA EVER!!!

By joemomma

July 16, 2009 4:14 PM | Link to this

COUSIN VINNYS!!! Good pizza at an even better price! Best of all OPEN TILL 4AM!!!!!

By fred

July 16, 2009 3:54 PM | Link to this

remember Arlo’s pizza? they had a few stores back in the day, n.dayton,ewood,kettering. they were the best! great chicken too

By mtgolflady

July 16, 2009 3:32 PM | Link to this

Why isn’t Marco’s on the list? Great doughy crust, good sauce and not skimpy on the ingredients. Great value for the $$. Ask for a garlic butter sauce to dip the top of your crust for a great breadstick.

By KC

July 16, 2009 3:17 PM | Link to this

I second the vote for Pizza Factory…great people serving many varieties of GREAT pizza!

By mlh

July 16, 2009 2:34 PM | Link to this

Pizza Factory — Dayton owned, amazing specialties, excellent good basic pizza — Servicing downtown!!!

By woof

July 16, 2009 2:20 PM | Link to this

Marions = dog food on a cracker.

By Jon

July 16, 2009 2:09 PM | Link to this

Just tried Rosati’s several weeks ago and am now a regular and a devoted fan. Wonderful Chicago style pizza. Great value. Lunch special of 2 slices and a drink for $5. If you haven’t been there, try it. I guarantee you’ll love it.

By Marion's Fan

July 16, 2009 1:28 PM | Link to this

Marion’s hands down nothing compares!!!!! Always fresh

By Marions is Just OK

July 16, 2009 10:17 AM | Link to this

To the Marion lovers. You are brainwashed. You have been tricked into thinking that its the best. To bad for you. Wake up. Pizza is more than soggy little squares with mystery meat sitting on a cracker. The dough has no taste and little texture. A great Pizza is well balanced with all of the ingredients coming together to create a great taste and texture. Marions gets high marks because it is a comfort food thing. The people who vote for them have not tasted the good stuff yet. Try them all

By The Flying Pizza

July 16, 2009 10:06 AM | Link to this

Hey NYC, I am sad to find you are not happy with the local pie. Would you be so kind as to move back to that RAT HOLE called Brooklyn,New York. Its dirty and ugly and expensive. The Flying Pizza on main always has a good slice ready to be eaten.

By Tracy

July 16, 2009 9:57 AM | Link to this

Dewy’s is hands down the best. I love Marion”s and I agree Godfathers is great, but the variety at Dewy’s beats them all. from traditional to unusual. My son calls it Turtle Pizza. From the Ninja Turtles and the cheeze just coming up in strings. He agrees it is awesome too.

By Chickenfax

July 16, 2009 8:47 AM | Link to this

Too bad Palermo’s, S. Dixie isn’t on the list. By far the best pizza in town. They also have killer strombolis. It’s always a tough lunch decision.

By pizza lover

July 16, 2009 12:59 AM | Link to this

In my opinion, Dayton has it’s fair share of decent pizza houses. However, I don’t get why Dayton style pizza is cut in baby sized squares. Real pizza is cut into big wedge shaped slices. While Marion’s pizza is tasty (despite the 1”x1” squares), on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being best), I’d give them a 6.5 for quality and a 2 for value. Their pizzas are way overpriced for what you get.

By Cutie Patootie

July 16, 2009 12:45 AM | Link to this

My vote is for ROSATIS OF SPRINGBORO ..they always load up their pizzas with loads of ingredients and top it off with LOADS of cheese, you never have to ask for extra cheese. Its made with real Italian sausage cooked on the pizza, and it doesn’t look like rabbit pellets

By Charles

July 16, 2009 12:26 AM | Link to this

Joe’s Pizza is the best and it’s too bad they don’t deliver. Cousin Vinny’s is just incredible and they have the best deal in town, the Big 10. Why you daytonians love Marion’s pizza is beyond me. It’s ok. But it’s not fresh and so generic. There is nothing special about it. And not a good value either. You can see the cans and cans of generic tomato sauce just sitting back on the tables as you order. It’s nothing special folks.

By Brendan S

July 15, 2009 11:35 PM | Link to this

I gotta be honest I haven’t been to a lot of these places but of the ones I have been too Rosati’s is definitely my favorite.

By Love Pizza

July 15, 2009 4:14 PM | Link to this

Of the choices you have given, I’d have to say Milano’s. But 2 that have not been listed and are hands down my favorites are Hoagie’s on N. Dixie Dr. and Christy’s in Vandalia. I would definitely choose one of them before even considering Milano’s for pizza anyway. They make a killer Calzone though!!!

By NYC is full of it

July 15, 2009 3:31 PM | Link to this

I get sick of arrogant NY people (especially Brooklyn) thinking it’s so great. If it’s so great why are you here, NYC? There are no more percentage of good Pizza places in NYC than Dayton. If we don’t serve the kinda of pizza you grew up with it doesn’t make it bad, just different. Go back to where you grew up and quit putting down Dayton.

By nyc

July 15, 2009 2:37 PM | Link to this

pizza originated in brooklyn , ny…..the pizza in dayton is terrible overall….there are less then a handful of decent places….but nyc is the place for pizza…that is where it all started……this is just a fact….

By shannon

July 15, 2009 1:49 PM | Link to this

flying pizza is my all time favorite. they have the best flavor, imo. a couple other honorable mention for me are:

hoagie’s on n. dixie mama’s pizzeria on brandt pike

i don’t get the love for marions though. it’s ok, but it ain’t all that.

By Nat Turner II

July 15, 2009 1:35 PM | Link to this

The Marriott…yes the hotel…has the best pizza in Dayton…go to the bar and order one to go…you won’t be sorry…

By GB

July 15, 2009 12:47 PM | Link to this

Little York Tavern should be on the list…

By kh

July 15, 2009 12:31 PM | Link to this

who’s been around for almost 50 years??? Same location, in the same family, same great pizza … JOE’S PIZZERIA!!!!!!