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5 of the Best Pizza Places in Mentor

Don't settle for the big chains. Mentor has some great places to satisfy your pizza cravings.

Here are five of the highest rated Pizzerias in Mentor, according to Yelp. Which one is your favorite? If you don't agree with the list, let us know! What are your favorite spots around town to grab a slice?

Calavittas Pizza Time — 8026 Broadmoor Rd

Adam P. of Mentor, said: "The quality of pizza you get is truly impressive. Add to it that the owner works his tail off and is a great guy to boot and you can't beat it. The food is clean as is the location. They are friendly and knowledgable about your food! It's pizza, I get it, but it's great pizza."

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Tony Sacco’s Coal Oven Pizza — 7850 Mentor Ave

Yelp reviewer John B, from Mentor, said: "The pizza....WOW!! we split a large Napoli. Now I can take on any pizza but this time I met my match. Two HUGE pieces were enough to satisfy my taste buds and still have two-to-go home with. This pizza is highly recommended."

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Zappitelli’s Pizza — 9570 Mentor Ave

Jonathan M, of Cincinnati, said: "Growing up in an Italian household I have a high standard when it comes to scratch made, red sauce Italian comfort food. Zappitelli's is some of the best I've had outside of my Mom or Grandma's house!"

Gionino’s Pizzeria — 6154 Meadowbrook Dr

Kevin G, of Independence, said: "excellent tasty Italian Pizza! best crust and dough in the area! add on some wings make it a party! fast and hot delivery right out of the oven freshness! must try it if your in the area!"

Maxim’s Pizza — 6966 Heisley Rd

Yelp reviewer Dante B, of Painesville, said: "My favorite pizza joint in all of Cleveland. This pizza is a throw back to days gone by. I mean they are still made in the original ovens! There is nothing else like it. The ground pepperoni and anchovies are my personal favorite combo, and they have a great selection of toppings."

[Photo courtesy of Zach Flanders]

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