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Please come to this restaurant if you are in the Cincinnati area!…read more First, I wish to state that I am not from Ohio and that this is my first time eating at Two Cities, but this restaurant might be my favorite pizza shop going forward. Second, I only had two of the items on the menu but so many of the other options on the menu looked amazing as well. This Two Cities was built inside the old city hall of Mason, with Mason being a cozy little town in of itself. The restaurant smells amazing upon entering, course it would because they cook their food fresh. It's even got a little ramp that leads down to the main seating area for mobility impaired persons. My first minor issue with this Two Cities was that the booth I was sitting at was slightly raised by a literal step, which nearly made me trip while exiting the booth because I hardly noticed getting into the booth due to my height (6'3 at the time of writing review). There are other booths though that are not raised, so an opinion is to be based of where you are seated. My waitress was really kind and offered a helpful opinion when I was deciding on which pizza to get after being seated by a host. The waitress also allowed me to put in my order all at once (drink, appetizer, and entree). The appetizer (garlic parmesan fries) arrived fast and were undoubtedly scrumptious; the fries were a near perfect mix of crunchy and soft with the shredded parmesan and minced garlic adding extra flavor. Their ranch is also superb. I got the 13" Rhythm Road Pizza (which I shared with someone. I could not eat half of a deep dish pizza alone) and it was something else. Most importantly, it had MASHED POTATO on it instead of a traditional pizza sauce and notably, chipotle aioli drizzled on top (there are more toppings, of course, but they're more normal toppings). Unfortunately, the pizza slices were unevenly sliced, leading to inconsistent slice size and the toppings slide off the pizza easily when scooped up with the provided pizza spatula, all minot grievances of course. The only true complaint I had with this Two Cities was that my waitress did not actively seek out to refill my glass when it was empty. I will say that my drink was not close to the edge for her to see, but it was within view from any view of the table. There were a relatively high number of customers in the restaurant for the time I was there (about an hour before closing), so I don't hold it against her for not noticing. The cups were average size, so I wasn't exactly dying of thirst while dining. The music inside was of good taste and was at a very respectable volume. The other patrons were also well mannered and I had no need to raise my voice to speak to my dining buddy. The final thing I wish to add to this review is how nice the bathroom was. They were very clean, had two urinals (short and tall), one wheelchair accessible stall, nice smelling soap, a simple water control handle, a foot doorhandle, and MOUTHWASH. This is only public building I have ever been in that has offered complementary mouthwash, let alone a bathroom. This could be an Ohio or Midwest exclusive thing, but I enjoyed using the mouthwash nonetheless.

Stop by and follow my Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/BaldWhiteGuyReviews…read more Two Cities Pizza 202 W. Main Street, Mason, Ohio Day two of the great Ohio Collegiate travel expedition, and the Mrs. found a new pizza joint to try. We fired up the GPS and headed south to Mason, Ohio. Now, when I think of Mason, I usually think of big fancy houses, snooty HOAs, and Kings Island. But driving in? It totally gave me Washington C.H. vibes. Nice ranch-style homes, some with the neighbor's car chilling on blocks in the yard. Honestly? It was refreshing. Looks like they have all classes of people coexisting. It was comfortable, zero pretentiousness, and normal. Passed the vibe check, no cap. Let's talk about Two Cities Pizza Co. The concept is genius: Two friends wanted to spark the great pizza debate (New York Style vs. Chicago Deep Dish) under one roof. Why fight when you can just eat both? A true bipartisan solution this country desperately needs. The Vibe: They took over the Historic City Hall building downtown and it's incredible. Tons of character. They have plenty of outdoor seating--you know, for the psychopaths who enjoy eating outside during the 7 minutes in Ohio when it's not 100 degrees with 200% humidity or 32 below zero. But hey, if sweating in your pepperoni is your thing, it's there. Inside, the decor is on point, with air conditioning. They've got a wall that looks like the Wrigley Field ivy, subway-themed restrooms complete with the overhead transit handles (DO NOT TOUCH THE HANDLES ), and even fake pigeons up in the rafters. It's definitely giving main character energy. Great tunes playing too--Billy Joel, Chicago. Huge booths. Friendly staff. Shout out to Ivy. The Menu & The Grub: Cold beer and pizza. Name a better duo. I'll wait. They have everything: wings, calzones, and NY specialty pizzas with... mashed potatoes? Wait, what? They also offer cauliflower crust and non-dairy cheese for our friends who can't handle lactose. Here's what we shoveled down: Bootleg Bread: Basic cheesy bread but baked with garlic and herbs. The crust was great, and the cheese was thick and substantial. Very good! Perfect seasoning. NY Style Pepperoni: Delicious, exactly what you expect. A reliable classic. #Boring Bull and Bear Calzone: Stuffed with pepperoni, bacon, mozzarella, parm, and garlic. The crust was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Spot on. BUT here's the controversy... It came with their self-proclaimed "Famous Ranch Dressing." Look, I know people will fight literal wars over ranch in the Midwest, but I wasn't a fan. It had a strong Worcestershire vibe to it. A little too aggressive for my taste. Good for some, not for me. (The chunky "red sauce" was absolutely awesome, though!) The Plot Twist: A very nice surprise--they brought us a totally FREE order of New York Funnel Cake Donuts. Didn't ask, didn't pay. Maybe because it was our first visit? Or maybe they just respect the bald head. Either way, fried, tossed in cinnamon and powdered sugar, they tasted exactly like the county fair. Absolutely bussin'. Ask for them by name! The BaldWhiteGuy Rating: ‍‍‍‍: 4 out of 5 Bald Heads. Lost one head because I was severely disappointed in the "Famous Ranch". But heck if you like it, you can purchase a bottle. I will be making another trip to try out the Chicago Style Pizza. If you're near Kings Island, it's worth a stop. Great prices, great food. Tell them the Bald Guy sent you! DO ME A SOLID: If you chuckled, snorted, or aggressively disagreed with my ranch take, hit that LIKE button, SHARE this post with your pizza-loving friends, and FOLLOW the page so my kids think I'm internet-relevant. #OldMan #BaldWhiteGuyReviews #TwoCitiesPizza #OhioEats #PizzaDebate "Support local. Roast gently. Laugh often. Nobody gets a free pass... including me."

Wrigley Field Ivy

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Great draft beer selection!

Raymond's Pizza

4.5(161 reviews)

3.4 mi

This was our first time eating at Raymond's Pizza however it certainly won't be our last time!…read moreThe pizza was delicious and the personnel (Donna and Jennifer) were very friendly, great to talk to and extremely helpful! The ambiance is really good! Thanks Donna and Jennifer! We really enjoyed our experience and highly recommend Raymond's Pizza to all who read my review!

Very over baked and chewy! When we called to get it re-made she questioned us stating it's cooked…read moreon a conveyor belt and that a re-make would be the same! We replied we have gotten pizza here before and it has never been this over cooked! We then replied back that yes, we understand it's cooked on a conveyor belt, but the temperature to the oven is probably higher! So if you want an over baked pizza and questioning attitude then order Raymond's! After all, there are so many competitive pizza restaurants around them!

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Il Gusto Pizza & Pasta

4.8(112 reviews)

11.3 mi

Il Gusto is not only one of THE best hole in the wall restaurants, it is also THE best Italian…read morewe've had in the area! Though spartan, the classic vibes and service are very welcoming! We had better service here than most "normal" sit down restaurants. And the food...not one item we have tried was bad, the vast majority have been the best in their category. Best mozzarella sticks: it's obvious it's a higher quality mozz than whatever everyone else uses. Crispy perfection! Best GF/cauliflower pizza: lots of toppings to choose from (though somehow chicken isn't an option on DD) and again, from the mushrooms to the sauce, you can taste the difference. They make the sauces in house! According to my husband, best Chicken Parm he has had since moving here! You get a healthy portion. And...best cannoli in the area! Growing up in a predominantly Italian and Polish area, I have been lucky to have REALLY good Italian pastries...and their cannoli was reminiscent of those times. This has been the ONLY cannoli in the greater Cincy area that is worth consuming, IMO. All in all, we would dine in at Il Gusto constantly, if we lived closer. Glad they're on DoorDash though! If you are in the Kenwood area, and want a break from the chaos and crowds, Il Gusto is close by!

I'm certain that the pizza is great but their pasta is to die for. Huge portions and reasonable…read morepricing. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

16" half deluxe and half green pepper and onion

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Fratelli's Pizzeria

4.3(184 reviews)

4.3 mi

Really good pizza. You don't have drive to New Jersey to get east coast pie anymore…read more For a cheap eat, this place has bang for the buck in spades!!

Right around the corner from my son's apartment. Super quick and easy to order and one of the…read morefriendliest receptionist at a pizza joint I've met! She could give classes to others. When you go- make sure you order and watch the magic as they hand make their pizza with style

Craiger/New Yorker

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Barrel House Kitchen & Bar

3.9(115 reviews)

4.1 mi

we enjoyed the outdoor seating, perfect cocktails, delicious dinner ( fresh grilled salmon tacos,…read moreItalian sub on warm, crusty roll, crispy fries, creamy coleslaw) served by friendly, attentive, and swift servers.

All good so far Great beer list of taps…read moreTrying the wings and pizza... Details to follow

Craft beers

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Perfect Patio Punch & Strawberry Basil Lemonade

Marion's Piazza

3.0(178 reviews)

1.1 mi

What a big disappointment. As someone who doesn't go out often, I was really looking forward to a…read moregood meal, which didn't happen. My dad and I shared the submarine sandwich and neither of us cared for it. It literally had like two pieces of meat, some tomato sauce and a few mild peppers. Not even worth eating but we were hungry. This is the type of restaurant where you order at the register, then wait for your number to be called for pick up. Also not what we were expecting. So overall, not good food or ambiance. We won't go back.

We stopped by at 11am on a Sunday just as they were opening, so were the first customers there. We…read moreordered our pizza to go and it came out hot & fresh and we were back in the car at 11:12am! The employees were friendly and the dining room was clean and arranged nicely to start off their day. This is the first time we've ever just gotten cheese pizza at Marion's and it was very good!

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The Hangry Hornet

4.3(33 reviews)

6.0 mi

Was excited to try based off the reviews but couldn't call to order. It was close enough to my…read morehotel so I drove there to find the doors locked. No idea of the status of this place

We were looking for pizza before the Flying Pig Marathon tomorrow. We had just been shopping at the…read moreCincinnati Premium Outlet and found the Hangry Hornet which was close by. We ordered a thin crust, traditional crust and a Chicago deep dish. All the pizzas were excellent! One complaint: we asked for all pizzas to be pie cut, which they do except for the thin crust. So we asked for the thin crust to be pie cut also but they still cut it into squares. Also, there is not much of a seating area. There were five of us and the employees were okay with us pushing two tables together for us to sit together. Good pizza! Nice find!

They have chips,drinks, tv, a bathroom and three dining tables.

Making Chicago Deep Dish

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Bread Bowl--alfredo, penne, w/melted mozzarella

Mac's Pizza Pub-Landen

3.7(191 reviews)

3.9 mi

Our family has been eating at Mac's for years, and we've always had great food and friendly…read moreservice. Most recently, we placed a large order for an agent appreciation party, and they absolutely knocked it out of the park! Everything was hot, fresh, and ready exactly when promised. Josh was wonderful to work with! Great communication, accommodating, and made the entire process easy from start to finish. The pizzas, wings, and salads were a huge hit. We couldn't have been happier and will definitely continue to support this great local business. Highly recommend!

Our first visit here. It was also our last. My husband had a fish sandwich. It is nothing but a…read morepaper thin fish stick, onion rings that had zero onion flavor. I had a patty melt and tater tots. The burger was dry and completely lacking flavor. Not a hint of seasoning. The place was not busy, but the service was still terrible.

Half of the meatball sub

Half of meatball sub

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12" Cheese Pizza

The Corner Deli

4.9(9 reviews)

0.3 mi

Hot Italian heroes. Thick deli sandwiches named after the Corleone family. And big, floppy slices…read moreof genuine New York (ok, Jersey too) pizza with generous amounts of your favorite toppings. Anchovies too! Or a plate of spaghetti with a variety of homemade Italian sauces. And homemade desserts including cheesecake, tiramisu and if the timing is right...Black & Whites! If any of the above is your thing, especially for my fellow refugees from the Northeast longing for a taste of home, get yourself here without delay. Tony the proprietor is the nicest guy and you can also call him ahead of time to place an order or discuss the dessert schedule. There's seating for about 10 or 12 people and my last visit was walk in and eat right there. About 8 minutes from time of order till the wonderful pizza was brought forth. Gaze upon those toppings. The sausage is excellent! The texture, taste, chewiness and foldability are absolutely perfect. Even my Ohioan friend was impressed. Can't wait for next time!

First time trying Tonys place since beginning of pandemic. Menu is similar to his old stuff except…read moremore subs. Meatball sub was pretty good, bread was very good for Cincy. Will try another sandwich. Good to have a local sandwich joint on main street again.

Garlic knots

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Gary B.

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2 years ago

My wife and I ate here for the first time this past weekend. Didn't know what to expect. 6pm on a Friday. There was no wait to get in. We ate in the dining room which was clean and very casual, although there was outdoor seating available as well. We ordered a 14" pizza with bacon and onion. I have to admit it was surprisingly one of the best we've ever had. Cooked to perfection and we waited less than 10 minutes. The next time you find yourself waiting an hour for a table at Two Cities Pizza, do yourself a favor, stroll around the corner and walk a couple hundred yards to Big Dog's. Right across the street from the American Legion. You won't be disappointed. read more

Mark T.

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2 years ago

After hearing so many positive things about Big Dogs Pizza, I had to see if it lived up to the hype--and it absolutely does. The crust strikes the perfect balance between crispy and chewy, while the sauce is rich without overpowering the toppings. Speaking of toppings, they don't skimp here. Everything tastes fresh, and they layer it generously. What really stood out was the attention to detail. The pizza came out piping hot, with just the right amount of golden-brown on the cheese. The staff was attentive, and the order was ready exactly when they said it would be. In a town full of pizza options, Big Dogs holds its own as a standout. read more

Thomas R.

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2 years ago

This place is amazing! Hands down the best pizza I've had in Mason. The crust is the perfect mix of crispy and chewy, and the toppings are super fresh and loaded on just right. You can tell they really care about the quality of their food. The staff is super friendly and made us feel right at home, and the vibe of the place is chill and welcoming. We tried their specialty pizza and some garlic knots, and everything was so good we were already talking about what we'll get next time. If you're in the area and want great pizza, this is the spot. Can't wait to come back! read more

Cameron R.

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2 years ago

Big Dogs Mason makes one of the best hoagies I've ever had! The bread is fresh and perfectly toasted, with just the right amount of crunch. The fillings are generous, fresh, and packed with flavor. The service was quick and friendly, and the place has a great local vibe. It's the kind of spot that feels like home the moment you walk in. If you're in Mason and craving a hoagie, Big Dogs is where you need to go. You won't be disappointed! read more

Jim C.

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2 years ago

Big Dogs Mason is a great spot if you're looking for good food and an excellent beer selection. Their menu has plenty of solid options, and everything we tried was fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it a great place to hang out with friends or catch a game. read more

Lenny C.

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1 year ago

Coming from NY to Ohio to go to amusement parks we came to BIG Dogs Pizza for dinner and as NYers we were pleasantly surprised how good the pizza was!! We got cheese and a specialty pie, The Hawaiian. Opener Chris came out and talked to us, very personable. Even the atmosphere was chill. read more

Jen W.

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2 years ago

We ordered pizza from this establishment for dinner on Thanksgiving, after a big traditional afternoon meal, and it was delicious. We all commented on how good the pizza was, including the gluten free one for me. Solid choice read more

Benjamin C.

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2 years ago

This is my favorite pizza spot in Mason. The atmosphere is great and the food is really good. This is a true gem of local ownership, not many like it today in the world of brands. I would highly recommend. read more

John Paul M.

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2 years ago

I really like your young employee, Tyler. he was very helpful when we had a miscommunication with our order and even cleaned up when my son spilled his drink. Give that man a raise! read more

Katie T.

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2 years ago

Great pizza in west chester Ohio. The atmosphere in the restaurant is really great. tons of TVs - it's a great spot for watching the game.

Jacob B.

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2 years ago

Amazing pizza in Mason . The sides are really good as well. Their best is the Chicken bacon ranch pizza.

Todd M.

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4 years ago

Great food ! tried pizza wings hoagies! all are so amazing!!!!!

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