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Big Ed's Pizza

Big Ed's Pizza

Pizzeria$$$$
Oak Ridge
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8.2/10
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    David V.
    "Good pizza, great atmosphere and now they take credit cards!"(43 Tips)
    Jerry W.
    "Small paper plates."(2 Tips)
    Lisa F.
    "Pizza! Good service too."(2 Tips)
    Nick J.
    "workers doing the topping for some cheese"(4 Tips)
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  • Nealheart icon on user image
    NealNovember 25, 2013
    Great pizza. Love the look and feel of the place. Not sure if they sold more pizza's in house or out the door? Either way I'll be back when in the area.
  • Kevin R.heart icon on user image
    Kevin RichardsonApril 24, 2013
    Awesome Pizza! Nothing fancy, but simply the best. I love how they use scissors to slice the pizza. Oh yeah, you can't leave without a Big Ed's shirt.
  • Alisha M.heart icon on user image
    Alisha MassengillNovember 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best pizza ever!! The toppings melt off your pizza pie! If your child takes the white plate up to where they are fixing the pizzas they will give them a handful of cheese. Cash or check only.
  • Laura C.
    Laura CutterFebruary 13, 2011
    best pizza ever. if you are new to knoxville its a must try. don't expect anything fancy. Menu is smaller than your hand. Just beer and pizza, the way a pizza place should be. If you are wanting a
  • Brian P.heart icon on user image
    Brian PFebruary 15, 2018
    Solid pizza. Tasty crust & the smoky mozzarella was a great touch. Also a good portion for a fair price.
  • Nick J.heart icon on user image
    Nick JDecember 19, 2015
    The pizza is amazing.... Go up to the workers doing the topping for some cheese and they will give you some fresh mozzarella to eat.
  • Darryl W.heart icon on user image
    Darryl WhiteheadJuly 17, 2014
    I really enjoyed Big Ed's classic pepperoni Pizza. Absolutely want to go get "More"!!!
  • christian d.heart icon on user image
    christian doakAugust 1, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    PIZZA! It's all they do and they do it well. Been my favorite for over 30 years...
  • Krissa Swain R.heart icon on user image
    Krissa Swain RandolphApril 12, 2018
    You pretty much *have* to go here if you haven't been, because you won't know what good pizza is until you do.
  • Jacqueline C.
    Jacqueline CoferJuly 24, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    They take credit and debit cards now! Menus are bigger and my waitress just said that real size plates are on the way.
  • Chad M.heart icon on user image
    Chad MitchellAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    One of my favorite pizza places. Now taking credit/debit cards. But leave the checkbook at home no checks accepted.
  • Joey B.
    Joey BonesJuly 31, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best pie in the Secret City but be aware this place is NOT a secret.
  • Barbara H.heart icon on user image
    Barbara HollandApril 9, 2016
    All pizzas! You can't go wrong with anything they have.
  • Keith
    KeithMay 11, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the scissors to cut the pizza, the small paper plates & tiny forks. An Oak Ridge classic.
  • Eric C.
    Eric CochranAugust 17, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    This is the best pizza ever. Definitely worth the drive. Don't listen to Clint S or Jerry W. Sorry guys.
  • Chris B.
    Chris BroylesAugust 29, 2011
    They've added prosciutto to the toppings menu! As good as Big Ed's Pizza has always been, it's even better now Read more
  • David V.heart icon on user image
    David VasquezJanuary 19, 2014
    Good pizza, great atmosphere and now they take credit cards!
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HollerAugust 9, 2016
    Be sure to order a large pizza, it's all great
  • Jeanne T.
    Jeanne TappJune 15, 2013
    A trip down memory lane from when we used to bring our boys - best pizza in East Tennessee !
  • American Museum of Science & Energy (AMSE)
    More people may have heard of Big Ed's than Oak Ridge. If you go, don't leave without getting a t-shirt.
  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BlackstockMarch 29, 2013
    Yum! Great pizza and a unique atmosphere...
  • Amanda
    AmandaFebruary 1, 2013
    Best pizza! Who care about plates and silverware!? Pizza isnt supposed to be fancy!
  • Jeremy H.
    Jeremy HDecember 21, 2011
    World renowned! If you visit Oak Ridge, this is the place you have to try!
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HollerAugust 9, 2016
    Great place to just chill and eat with friends
  • Erik G.heart icon on user image
    Erik GraySeptember 4, 2022
    Historically great pizza!
  • Chadwin D.
    Chadwin DavisJune 13, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Now take credit cards. But will stop taking checks 7/4/2014.
  • Jack F.
    Jack FosterApril 27, 2013
    Word of advice bring cash. They don't take plastic of any kind.
  • Lisa F.heart icon on user image
    Lisa FitzpatrickAugust 20, 2015
    Pizza! Good service too.
  • Cyndi R.
    Cyndi ReedOctober 7, 2011
    Absolutely the BEST pizza and atmoshere in Tennessee
  • Mitch N.
    Mitch NortonNovember 15, 2012
    If there was one reason to visit Oak Ridge, TN it would have to be Big Ed's Pizza.
  • Bryan M.
    Bryan MooreAugust 17, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Outstanding place!
  • Kat H.heart icon on user image
    Kat HostetlerJune 7, 2015
    Bbq chicken pizza was good
  • Bobby T.
    Bobby Tarver jrMarch 9, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best pizza ever, worth the drive from any were!!
  • Jim G.
    Jim GrubbDecember 10, 2011
    Good. Pizza. Try the Special. Yum.
  • Daniel H.heart icon on user image
    Daniel HallquistJuly 11, 2013
    Best damn pizza ever.
  • Kayla M.heart icon on user image
    Kayla MoonSeptember 3, 2013
    plates and forks are way too small. and the waitress was a bitch when I asked for garlic bread.. sorry its my first time & didnt know!!!
  • Jeff M.heart icon on user image
    Jeff MarlerAugust 15, 2014
    Yum yum damn good
  • Robin
    RobinDecember 10, 2011
    Don't forget to bring cash. They don't take plastic.
  • Kathleen S.
    Kathleen SnyderMay 4, 2014
    Greasy pizza, less than great service, and loud atmosphere. Not for me.
  • Melinda C.heart icon on user image
    Melinda ColemanOctober 15, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best pizza ever!! Great place!!! Fun times!!!
  • Sandra K.heart icon on user image
    Sandra KerriganJuly 28, 2015
    Server wasn't very friendly and acted like she was in a hurry.
  • April W.
    April WOctober 4, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Take cash or checks. No credit cards = cheaper prices :)
  • Lisa W.
    Lisa WhitsellJuly 2, 2010
    Don't sit near the jukebox on the wall!! But great pizza!!
  • Ken R.
    Ken RueterJune 28, 2012
    Best Pizza in TN
  • William W.
    William WrightMarch 25, 2010
    Delicious, even without the nostalgia factor.
  • Christy L.
    Christy LewisJune 20, 2011
    Best pizza ever!
  • David B.
    David BandyMarch 7, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    simply the best pizza in the world. Barr none.
  • Jessica S.
    Jessica Stewart DavisFebruary 12, 2017
    Not all its cracked up to be. Ive had better pizza. Its just mediocre and over priced.
  • David B.
    David BandyMarch 8, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Simply the best!
  • Kelly T.
    Kelly TarasMarch 17, 2010
    For great pizza go to Big Ed's
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