Emelio's Restaurant

Alright, we’re at Emelio’s, Georgesville Road—Columbus, Ohio. Old-school joint. No fancy wood-fired ovens, no imported Italian flour drama. Just classic tavern-style pizza. You walk in, you know what you’re getting—football pizza. And I mean that in the best way. Went with the cheese pizza, also tried the pepperoni, but let me say this upfront—the cheese is the move. Straight up. Simple. Powerful. That cheese/sauce combo? Punches way above its weight. Sauce is the real MVP—bold, savory, probably packed with herbs and secret magic. Cheese just rides the wave. Crust? Perfect. No joke. Not doughy, not overdone—just right. And the undercarriage? Legit. Golden brown, holds up, no flop. I ate the whole pie in one sitting. That’s how you know. No shame. No regrets. Atmosphere? It’s exactly what you’d expect. Whether you’re a sports fan, cop, or just a regular guy, this is where you post up, grab a pie. No frills. No nonsense. Just great pizza. This isn’t a Neapolitan, it’s not artisan—it’s Columbus tavern-style at its best. And you know what? It delivers. Final score: 8.4 out of 10. This is a go-to pizza. Maybe even the best in Columbus for this style.