Why Locals ADORE This Neighborhood Pizza Spot in Canton, OH

Why This New York Native Chose Canton for His Pizza Empire!

By Jeremy Schwegmann
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Name
Mike's Pizza
Address
328 Walnut Ave NE, Canton, OH 44702
Hours
Open Wed–Fri, 4 PM–9 PM; Sat, 12 PM–9 PM (closed Sun–Tue)

How Mike’s Pizza Won Canton Hearts

If you want to find the soul of Canton’s culinary renaissance, you have to look inside a deli.

Mike Carvajal didn’t start with a grand restaurant opening; he started with a monthly pop-up that became a local legend.

Partnering with Ryan Miller of Deli Ohio, Carvajal served his authentic New York-style pies just once a month, creating a frenzy of pre-orders that sold out faster than concert tickets.

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Locals quickly realized this wasn’t just another pizza night; it was an event.

The demand was so undeniable that what began as a passion project transformed into a permanent fixture within the Fourth Street Collective, proving that Canton was desperate for a slice that folded correctly and tasted like the East Coast. 🍕

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Food Highlights

mushroom pizza at mike's pizza in Canton OH
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  • Temple of Shroom: A vegetarian masterpiece that defies expectations, featuring a luxurious lemon ricotta cream base topped with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and a crunchy sesame seed crust that adds a nutty finish.

  • The Dude: This white pie brings the comfort with the same signature lemon ricotta cream base but adds savory sausage and red onion for a rich, balanced flavor profile that feels both sophisticated and hearty.

  • Ms. Ross: The ultimate supreme pizza for the indecisive eater, loaded with tomato sauce, aged mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, red onion, peppers, and mushrooms for a classic, heavy-hitting bite.

  • Il Pepe’: A simple yet perfect execution of the pepperoni pie, elevating the standard with high-quality pepperoni cups that crisp up in the oven, finished with fresh basil for an aromatic pop.

  • Large Margh: This is the litmus test for any NY-style joint, and they nail it with a vibrant tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pecorino, and a heavy drizzle of extra virgin olive oil that makes the cheese glisten.

 

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Atmosphere

Walking into Mike’s Pizza feels like stumbling upon a secret industrial loft party.

Housed within the shared space of Deli Ohio and The Woodshop (an extension of Unhitched Brewing), the vibe is communal, bustling, and effortlessly cool.

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The high ceilings and brick walls of the renovated building amplify the chatter of happy diners, while the smell of baking dough mixes with the aroma of craft beer.

It’s a place where families share tables with hipsters, all united by the collective joy of snagging a table in downtown’s hottest multi-concept hangout. 🍻

Bottom Line

  • The “Fourth Street Collective” setting allows you to pair your world-class pizza with excellent craft beer or cocktails from The Woodshop in the same room.

  • Carvajal is a New York native who spent years perfecting his dough recipe, ensuring an authentic chew and crisp that is rare in the Midwest.

  • The lemon ricotta cream base on their white pies is a game-changer that you won’t find at your average neighborhood delivery spot.

  • It’s a success story built entirely on community support and grassroots hype, making every slice feel like a victory for local business. 🏙️

Address: 328 Walnut Ave NE, Canton, OH 44702
đź“ž (330) 453-7777
🕔 Open Wed–Fri, 4 PM–9 PM; Sat, 12 PM–9 PM (closed Sun–Tue)