Whenever we ask about the top pizza spots in CBUS, our readers and followers always deliver. So, we decided to take your passion for pizza a step further and slice up details on Columbus-style pizza.
What is Columbus-style pizza?
While most people are familiar with New York or Chicago-style pizza, our very own Columbus-style is an ultra thin, crispy crust with toppings that go all the way to the edges. Think: Donatos with its thin, circular pie with square cuts.
Who invented Columbus-style pizza?
Brothers Dan and Jim Massucci, who opened Massey’s, and Romeo Siri, who opened Romeo’s Italian Restaurant, are often credited for creating Columbus-style pizza back in 1949. To this day, Massey’s Pizza still operates in nearly every Columbus suburb including Hilliard, Dublin, Gahanna, Powell, and Westerville.
Donatos was founded in Columbus in 1963 and is one of the most recognizable pizzerias offering Columbus-style. | Photo by @donatospizza
Where else can I find Columbus-style slices?
Experience Columbus has mapped out some top spots and created a Columbus-style Pizza Trail. Use a free digital pass to check in at spots like Antolino’s Pizza, Grandad’s Pizza, and Vick’s Gourmet Pizza. Earn prizes for checking into the different spots, including a stainless-steel pizza cutter and hot pad when you visit each location on the trail within a year.
As always, we’d love to hear your feedback. Are you a fan of the Columbus-style slices? If so, where’s your go-to spot? Fill us in.
