The city of Medina, located just south of Cleveland, is positively overflowing with history and small-town charm. Though it is home to roughly 27,000 residents, the Victorian downtown is a constant reminder of the county’s quaint roots. It seems each building in this lovely community has a story to tell, but the tales from this one pizzeria would truly astonish visitors if walls could talk.
Americans love pizza. We consume more than 6,000 slices in an individual lifetime, and if you were to spread out every slice of pizza eaten in a single day in America, it would cover an estimated 100 acres!
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However, Medina residents may consume even more, thanks to the delicious flavors of their local pizzeria.
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Courthouse Pizzeria has been a hit with locals since it opened in 2015, but the building’s history spans back so much further.
GoogleMaps Located at 2 Public Square, this charming storefront is one of the first buildings to greet southbound visitors entering the enchanting Medina Square.
When the owners began stripping drywall before opening the pizzeria, they exposed bricks dating back to 1821. You can still see them today, celebrating the history of one of the oldest buildings in Medina.
Courthouse Pizzeria/Facebook Medina Square tragically burned on two occasions. The first was in 1848 and the second in 1870; however, this building survived both incidents. Newspapers from 1848 recount that the flames were visible from Downtown Cleveland!
The structure once served as the local courthouse and jail, and remnants its past are hidden all around the building.
Courthouse Pizzeria/Google From the exposed brick walls to the well-worn floorboards, the craftsmanship of this edifice is astoundingly evident.
In fact, you can spot a single barred window on the back side of the building, which remains to remind the community that this building once housed a jail cell.
GoogleMaps Just imagine the history that occurred right where you dine!
Though the history is fascinating, the modern star of the show at Courthouse Pizzeria is its delicious New York-style pizza.
Courthouse Pizzeria/Facebook Whether you’re ordering a pizza pie for carry-out or dining in, this thin-crust, crispy, gooey, and delicious pizza is to die for.
You won’t believe the size of each slice they serve up!
Courthouse Pizzeria/Google And if this monster doesn’t fill you up, Courthouse Pizzeria also offers salads, subs, bread sticks, calzones, and dessert… if you can save some room.
If you choose to dine in, you’ll find yourself surrounded by photos of Medina throughout history.
Courthouse Pizzeria/Google You may even spot the very building you’re relaxing in in some of the photos.
If you choose carry-out, you should definitely stroll around Medina Square while your meal is being prepared.
Nikki Rhoades Whether you’re admiring the architecture or shopping at local stores and gift shops, you’re truly in for a treat in the Square.
Courthouse Pizzeria and the surrounding community are overflowing with history, and it’s evident in the area’s many splendid features.
Nikki Rhoades
Medina isn’t far from home, and it’s worth a trip to taste the scrumptious slices served up at Courthouse Pizzeria.
Nikki Rhoades
Courthouse Pizzeria is located at 2 Public Square, Medina, OH 44256 and is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. For more information about Courthouse Pizzeria, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here.
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Located at 2 Public Square, this charming storefront is one of the first buildings to greet southbound visitors entering the enchanting Medina Square.
Medina Square tragically burned on two occasions. The first was in 1848 and the second in 1870; however, this building survived both incidents. Newspapers from 1848 recount that the flames were visible from Downtown Cleveland!
Courthouse Pizzeria/Google
From the exposed brick walls to the well-worn floorboards, the craftsmanship of this edifice is astoundingly evident.
Just imagine the history that occurred right where you dine!
Whether you’re ordering a pizza pie for carry-out or dining in, this thin-crust, crispy, gooey, and delicious pizza is to die for.
And if this monster doesn’t fill you up, Courthouse Pizzeria also offers salads, subs, bread sticks, calzones, and dessert… if you can save some room.
You may even spot the very building you’re relaxing in in some of the photos.
Nikki Rhoades
Whether you’re admiring the architecture or shopping at local stores and gift shops, you’re truly in for a treat in the Square.
Have you chowed down on the delicious pizza from this historic locale in Medina? Share your experience with us in the comments below!
While you’re visiting Courthouse Pizzeria, you should also swing by the local holiday light drive through.
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