South Lyon is a small city located in Oakland County, Michigan. South Lyon has a population of approximately 11,000 residents as recorded by the 2010 United States census. South Lyon is considered a suburb of Metro Detroit and is about 20 miles northwest of Detroit and 20 miles northeast of Ann Arbor.

South Lyon has plenty of things to do, the majority of them being outside in public green spaces, like the Island Lake Recreation Area, Kent Lake, McHattie Park, Andover Park, Spring Mill Pond, Sandy Bottom Lake, and Silver Lake. There are many fishing, hiking, walking, and swimming locations at many of these beautiful lakes.

Besides the fantastic nature scenes, there is also a great number of restaurants and local dives that are just waiting to be explored. We have taken the liberty of exploring the pizzeria scene in South Lyon so that we can tell you about our picks for best pizza delivery, best pizza takeout, and best specialty pizzas in and around South Lyon.

South Lyon is Known for Detroit-style Pizza

South Lyon is just 20 miles from the heart of Detroit, home of the Michigan favorite Detroit-style pizza. Detroit-style pizza originated in Detroit from a variation of a Sicilian pizza, and the two styles share many similar characteristics and cooking methods.

Detroit-style pizza is shaped like a rectangle and is cut tavern-style into square slices. The dough itself is very light and fluffy, not dense like some other pizza types. The dough crisps up while it is cooked, giving it a crunchy exterior with an airy interior. The cheese is always cooked until it is caramelized, which means Detroit-style pizzas spend a little bit more time in the oven than other pizzas.

The pizzas themselves are baked in deep pans, which allow the crust to become caramelized as well, which adds to the overall flavor and appearance of the traditional Detroit-style pizza. If you have never had true Detroit pizza, you are missing out.

Best Pizza Delivery in South Lyon

Benito’s Pizza on Pontiac Trail is a great choice to order some wonderful pizza from. They have plenty of five star reviews and are a reputable community staple. They have a multitude of different pizza sizes, flavors, and plenty of toppings to customize your pizza just the way you like it.

Some of their specialties include the Mediterranean Pizza, (topped with mozzarella cheese, peppers, tomatoes, onions, black olives, and feta cheese,) Chicken Alfredo Pizza, (topped with Alfredo sauce, chicken, mozzarella, onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms,) and the Big Meal Pizza (topped with mozzarella, mushrooms, ham, pepperoni, green peppers, green olives, sausage, and finished with extra cheese).

They also have many other side dishes, including salads, bread stickers, calzones, pasta, and dessert. You can order from Benito’s Pizza online, in-store, or over the phone today.

Best Pizza Takeout in South Lyon

Just down the road from Benito’s Pizza on Pontiac Trail is Jet’s Pizza, our pick for the best pizza takeout in South Lyon. Jet’s Pizza has a pickup wait time of 15 to 30 minutes, so you can get in and out quickly. Jet’s Pizza also has no minimum spending requirement for pickup orders.

Jet’s Pizza sometimes offers deals or coupons online, so make sure that you check that out before you place your order. They sell a variety of pizzas including classic styles and uniques house specialty pizzas. One of the favorite specialties is the Hand Tossed Round Chicken Parmesan Pizza, which is topped with high-quality mozzarella, chicken, shredded parmesan, and tomatoes all on a buttered crust.

Another favorite from Jet’s Pizza is the Hand Tossed Buffalo Ranch Pizza, which is topped with Jet’s signature ranch sauce, mozzarella, chicken, red onions, bacon, and finished with a mildly hot buffalo sauce.

Best Pizza Near South Lyon

Dearborn Heights

Rosie D’s Pizza in Dearborn Heights is the best place to go for amazing pizza in a low-key environment. They have an $8 minimum spending requirement and offer delivery for a two-mile radius from the store, although they do make exceptions sometimes. They pride themselves on using high-quality and fresh ingredients and top-of-the-line cheese.

Livonia

Taormina’s Pizza in Livonia is the self-proclaimed home of the best pizza in Michigan, including their famous 24-inch pizza. They offer many coupons on their website and have a wide menu that spans a variety of items and toppings, as well as specialty and traditional pizzas.

Farmington Hills

Buddy's Pizza in Farmington Hills is the perfect place to go to enjoy some Detroit-style pizza. They offer delivery, takeout, catering services, and dine-in, both in their indoor seating and outside canopy seating. They are located on Northwestern Highway in Farmington Hills. The atmosphere of Buddy's Pizza is slightly retro and classic, with modern twists and delicious food.