Pizza places for a cheesy slice in cottage country

Another great Muskoka option, this diner serves up classic pizzas in addition to a full menu of other fare. A family-owned business in the area, this spot has dine-in and takeout options.

With a name like Whatta Pizza, you know this place means business when it comes to their pies. This restaurant and grill is a local, family-owned establishment with pizzas for all kinds of tastes and palates. Bonus: as per their Facebook page, they recently switched to compostable takeout packaging!

More than a few spots in the county offer wood-fired pizzas, but 555 Brewing is a consistent fan favourite. While they do have a takeout option, the restaurant has a great ambiance, and of course, a wide array of their own craft beers to try along with your pizza.

A beloved spot in this area, this classic pizza place offers delivery to many parts of Haliburton cottage country and serves delicious, hearty pies as well as subs and calzones. Godfathers is actually a chain with many locations throughout small-town Ontario, including Deep River, Bobycageon and Exeter.

What makes a pizza place complete? Pairing it with shawarma, of course. This spot in the beautiful Gatineau hills region is a staple with something for everyone, especially lovers of these two essential food groups.

A Cottage Life reader gave us the inside scoop about the delicious pizza at this charming inn. Not far from the Godfathers location in Haliburton is the Red Umbrella Inn, a great spot for a getaway with an attached restaurant offering creative pies, like chicken pesto or Greek gyro pizza.

A gem in the Kawarthas, Pizza Alloro has tons of rave reviews from locals and seasonal residents alike. With all the classic options alongside novel creations (including great vegetarian choices), you can’t go wrong with Pizza Alloro.

This classic Italian wood-fired pizzeria comes in as one of the top-rated restaurants in this area time and time again; with ever-changing, delicious seasonal combinations, Maurizio’s is a definite crowd-pleaser.

Strato’s is another PEC option—a little off the beaten tourist track, but well worth the trip. Located in quaint Consecon, they serve classic, thick-crust pizza and other staples like sandwiches, calzones, and an impressive dessert menu.

This trendy spot in the heart of Muskoka serves house-crafted wood-fired pizza, with unique twists like their own sourdough crust. There are plenty of other yummy options in their sit-down restaurant, like nachos and BBQ fare.