Carlini’s Pizza Shop is a beloved small-town gem located in the heart of Shadyside, Ohio. Known for serving authentic Ohio Valley-style square pizza, this cozy and casual eatery has built a stellar reputation for its signature crunchy crust, generous toppings, and exceptionally friendly service. Whether you are stopping by for a quick lunch special or ordering a full tray for a family gathering, the welcoming atmosphere and dedication to fresh, delicious comfort food make it a standout destination in the region.
Casual, Cozy, Quiet, Table service, Good for kids, Accommodates groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Parking
Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Authentic Ohio Valley Style: Famous for its excellent square-cut pizza featuring a thick, chewy crust with a perfectly crisp, crunchy bottom.
Legendary Pepperoni Rolls: Frequently highlighted by locals as the absolute best in the area—huge, fresh, and packed with flavor.
Generous Portions: Pizzas are loaded with an abundance of cheese and pepperoni compared to standard shops.
Warm Small-Town Hospitality: Renowned for extremely nice owners and workers who provide excellent customer service and greet guests as soon as they walk in.
Diverse Comfort Food Menu: Beyond pizza, guests rave about the high-quality steak hoagies, large calzones, and unique funnel cake fries.
Pizza, Subs, and Sides Menu
Pizza & Toppings
Item Name
Description
Pizza Slice
Individual square slice
16 Slice Tray
Full tray of square pizza
2 for…
Special double tray option
Available Toppings
Pepperoni, mushrooms, sausage, hot peppers, mild peppers, green peppers, ham, black olives, onions, meatballs, salami
Extra Cheese / Bacon
Available as a premium tray addition
Bags of Cheese
Grab an extra side bag of cheese
Specialty Pizzas (16 Slices)
Item Name
Description
Alfredo
Creamy alfredo sauce and your choice of one topping
White
Olive oil, fresh garlic, and Italian seasonings
Veggie
Green peppers, onions, black olives, mushrooms, and a choice of mild or hot peppers
Deluxe
Cheese and your choice of five toppings
Meatlovers
Sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, ham, and salami
Super Deluxe
Cheese and your choice of seven toppings
Subs & Sandwiches
Item Name
Description
Chicken Sandwich
Served on white or wheat bread with lettuce and tomato
Chicken Parm Sandwich
Served on white or wheat bread with sauce and cheese
Ham Sub
Served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Italian Sausage Sub
Sausage with sauce and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Meatball Sub
Meatballs with sauce and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Turkey Sub
Boneless turkey breast with lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Italian Sub
Ham, salami, pepperoni, lettuce, tomato, onion, dressing, and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Steak Sub
Onion tip steak with sauteed onions, green peppers, and cheese (Available in 6 inch or 12 inch)
Half Pizza Sub
Sub loaf styled with pizza toppings and sauce
Whole Pizza Sub
Full-sized sub loaf with pizza toppings and sauce
Calzones and Rolls
Item Name
Description
Calzone
Build-your-own style with cheese and one topping
Pepperoni Rolls
Classic house specialty roll
Cheese Roll
Freshly baked roll stuffed with cheese
Expep Roll
Roll with extra pepperoni
Exch Roll
Roll with extra cheese
Exboth Roll
Roll filled with extra pepperoni and extra cheese
Breadstix
Freshly baked breadsticks
Breadstix w/ Cheese
Cheesy garlic breadsticks
Garlic Bread
Classic toasted garlic bread
Autofry Menu
Item Name
Description
Wings
Breaded and delicious, available in portions of 5, 10, or 20
Wing Flavors
Roasted Garlic, Honey Dijon Mustard, BBQ, Ranch, Mild, Hot, and Blue Cheese
French Fries
Crispy golden potato fries
Funnel Cake Fries
Served sweet with powder or cinnamon sugar
Breaded Ravioli
Crispy breaded ravioli bites
Chix Tenders
Tender breaded chicken strips
Mozzarella Stix
Crispy fried mozzarella cheese sticks
Salads
Item Name
Description
Tossed Salad
Lettuce, tomato, green peppers, cucumbers, and onions (Available in Small or Large)
Italian Salad
Tossed base topped with pepperoni, olives, and cheese
Chef Salad
Tossed base topped with ham and turkey
Turkey Salad
Tossed base topped with turkey breast
Antipasta Salad
Tossed base topped with ham, salami, and pepperoni
Chicken Salad
Tossed base topped with grilled or crispy boneless chicken breast
Steak Salad
Tossed base topped with sirloin tips
Available Dressings
Italian, French, Ranch, Raspberry, Blue Cheese, Vinegar/Oil, Low Cal Italian, Low Cal French, Honey Mustard
