From longtime neighborhood favorites that have been around for decades to handmade pies with inventive toppings, Janesville is home to an eclectic lineup of spots that locals + visitors return to again and again. Keep reading about five local pizzerias that each bring something different to the table.
Jim’s Pizzeria
Jim’s is one of those places that feels fully baked into Janesville’s dining scene. Locals talk about coming here for years, sometimes decades, and that kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident. Jim’s is straightforward and comforting, with pizza that has always felt familiar in the best way for the past 45 years. When people describe Jim’s, words like “classic,” “dependable,” and “always good” come up again and again.
*Pick-up or delivery only
Try the Deluxe Pizza: a balanced crust loaded with sausage, mushrooms, pepperoni, peppers, and olives.
Sam’s Pizza
For many locals, Sam’s Pizza has been tied to routines for the past 40 years: takeout nights, busy evenings, or feeding a crowd without fuss. It’s approachable pizza that fits right into daily life, and that reliability is exactly why it continues to have a special place in the community.
*Pick-up or delivery only
Try the Stuffed Pizza: all your favorite toppings baked under layers of gooey cheese and a rich tomato sauce.
Milwaukee Street Pizza
Brought to you by two Janesville natives, this pizza pub strives for fresh ingredients so their offerings are always changing. Milwaukee Street Pizza puts its own spin on the classics, bringing you creative combinations that keep things interesting.
* Dine in, delivery, & pick-up available
Try the Marge: house-simmered red sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and a side of hot honey.
Lisa Pizzeria
Lisa Pizzeria is one of those spots people grow up with and then keep coming back to. It’s straightforward, familiar, and deeply rooted in the community for the past 30 years, which is why so many locals have strong opinions about their order.
*Dine in or pick-up available
Try the Sicilian Thick Crust Pizza: a soft and hearty crust with all your favorite toppings.
Tony & Maria’s Italian Pizzeria
There’s a comforting, old-school feel to pizza at Tony & Maria’s going all the way back to 1976. It’s rich, filling, and a cheese-lover’s dream… the kind of pizza that reminds you why simple, well-done food never goes out of style.
*Pick-up or delivery available
Try the Classic Cheese: crust made from a family recipe topped with cheese that’s both gooey and perfectly broiled.
A Few More Spots We Love:
Rock County Brewing Company – Janesville, WI
Genisa Wine Bar – Janesville, WI
Lucky’s Saloon – Janesville, WI
The Red Baron – Edgerton, WI
Mike’s Mr. Pizza – Milton, WI
The Ice ShanTea – Milton, WI
