Big Cheese Pizza – Italian
Big Cheese Pizza is a lively neighborhood haunt where the irresistible scent of bubbling mozzarella and golden-fried dough creates an atmosphere of pure comfort. Guests dive into a decadent array of crispy, shareable treasures, from molten mozzarella wedges and zesty Cajun fries to savory fried ravioli that offer a satisfying crunch with every bite. It is a vibrant destination for indulgence, where every basket of garlic-infused bread and loaded fries brings a sense of playful warmth to the table.
34601 Ridge Road, Willoughby OH +1-212-827-9762 https://bigcheese440.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Big Cheese Pizza
Gluten-Free at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings (15) and Wings (25). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 29 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rigatoni Dinner, Big Cheese Specialty Pizza and Spinach and Artichoke White Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Large Grilled Chicken Salad, Hawaiian Pizza and Garden Deluxe Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings (15). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings (15), Loaded French Fries and Philly Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings (15), Small Grilled Chicken Salad and Small Chicken Cobb Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Spaghetti Dinner, Breaded Mushrooms and Loaded French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Big Cheese Pizza
Big Cheese Pizza in Willoughby has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rigatoni Dinner, Big Cheese Specialty Pizza and Spinach and Artichoke White Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Big Cheese Pizza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Small Antipasto Salad | 78.2 g | 102.1 g |
| Large Antipasto Salad | 43.7 g | 80.2 g |
| Big Meat Pizza | 4.3 g | 62.6 g |
| Italian Sub 12" | 2.4 g | 48.7 g |
| Philly Burger | 5.3 g | 44.7 g |
| Cheesy Garlic Bread | 33.9 g | 43.9 g |
| Small Chef Salad | 46.8 g | 37.7 g |
| Chicken Club Sub 6" | 12.2 g | 34.9 g |
| Chicken Club Sub 12" | 12.2 g | 34.9 g |
| Small Chicken Cobb Salad | 17.6 g | 33.4 g |
| Chicken Parm Dinner | 61.7 g | 29.7 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza | 18.1 g | 29.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate the savory flavors and satisfying portions that define the menu, often highlighting the relaxed vibe as a key element of a memorable evening. Guests frequently praise the knowledgeable service staff for their deep menu expertise and
Menu
Appetizers
- French Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fries - $4.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Garlic Balls - $4.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Garlic Bread - $5.99 Dietary tags: Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Ravioli - $6.99 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Wedges - $5.49 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Onion Rings - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Loaded French Fries - $8.49 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Fried Green Beans - $5.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepper Jack Cheese Balls - $5.29 Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mac & Cheese Bites - $5.29 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chicken Tenders - $7.99 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Breaded Mushrooms - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Broccoli Cheddar Bacon Bites - $5.99
Salads
- Small Side Salad - $6: Tomatoes, cucumbers & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Large Side Salad - $8: Tomatoes, cucumbers & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Small Antipasto Salad - $8: Tomatoes, black olives, pepperoni, ham, salami, & cheese
- Large Antipasto Salad - $11: Tomatoes, black olives, pepperoni, ham, salami, & cheese
- Small Chef Salad - $8: Tomatoes, cucumbers, turkey, ham, cheese & egg
- Large Chef Salad - $11.5: Tomatoes, cucumbers, turkey, ham, cheese & egg Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Small Grilled Chicken Salad - $8: Tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, & grilled chicken Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach
- Large Grilled Chicken Salad - $11: Tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, & grilled chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics
- Small Chicken Cobb Salad - $8: Tomatoes, cucumber, egg, cheese, & choice of crispy or grilled chicken Dietary tags: South-Beach
- Large Chicken Cobb Salad - $11.5: Tomatoes, cucumber, egg, cheese, & choice of crispy or grilled chicken
Wings
- Wings (10) - $13.5: Traditional or Boneless. Choice of sauce: Hot, Medium, Mild, Garlic Parm, Spicy Garlic, BBQ, Spicy BBQ, Cajun, Lemon Pepper, Asian Zing, Honey Mustard Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- Wings (15) - $20.25: Traditional or Boneless. Choice of sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Wings (25) - $33.75: Traditional or Boneless. Choice of sauce Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
Pizza
- Small 6 Cut Pizza - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Medium 8 Cut Pizza - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Large 12 Cut Pizza - $15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- 1/2 Sheet Pizza - $17 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Full Sheet Pizza - $28.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Specialty Pizzas
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $11: Ranch based pizza, cheese, grilled chicken, hot sauce drizzle
- Big Veggie Pizza - $11: Mushrooms, onions, green peppers, and black olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Hawaiian Pizza - $11: Ham, pineapple, and bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Big Meat Pizza - $11: Pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, and bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Alfredo Pizza - $11: Creamy alfredo sauce, cheese, spinach, chicken, and mushrooms
- Garden Deluxe Pizza - $11: Broccoli, tomato, mushrooms, spinach, and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- White Pizza - $11: Homemade garlic butter and herb crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Zone, Volumetrics
- Bacon and Spinach White Pizza - $11: White garlic crust, fresh spinach, cheese, and bacon
- Spinach and Artichoke White Pizza - $11: White garlic crust, fresh spinach, cheese, and artichoke Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Big Deluxe Pizza - $11: Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers
- Big Cheese Specialty Pizza - $11: Mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, and parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- BBQ Chicken Pizza - $11: BBQ sauce, cheese, grilled chicken, and bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Subs
- Italian Sub 6" - $7.99: Ham, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onions, banana peppers, & Italian dressing
- Italian Sub 12" - $12.99: Ham, salami, pepperoni, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onions, banana peppers, & Italian dressing
- Meatball Sub 6" - $7.99: Meatballs, marinara, & mozzarella
- Meatball Sub 12" - $12.99: Meatballs, marinara, & mozzarella Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Big Veggie Sub 6" - $7.99: Sauteed mushrooms, onions, green peppers, black olives, banana peppers, tomatoes, & mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Big Veggie Sub 12" - $12.99: Sauteed mushrooms, onions, green peppers, black olives, banana peppers, tomatoes, & mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Turkey Bacon Club Sub 6" - $7.99: Turkey, bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes
- Turkey Bacon Club Sub 12" - $12.99: Turkey, bacon, lettuce, and tomatoes
- Chicken Club Sub 6" - $7.99: Crispy chicken, bacon, cheese, lettuce, & tomato Dietary tags: South-Beach
- Chicken Club Sub 12" - $12.99: Crispy chicken, bacon, cheese, lettuce, & tomato Dietary tags: South-Beach
- Chicken Parm Sub 6" - $7.99: Breaded chicken, marinara, and mozzarella
- Chicken Parm Sub 12" - $12.99: Breaded chicken, marinara, and mozzarella
- Big Cheese Steak Sub 6" - $7.99: Steak, onions, and cheese
- Big Cheese Steak Sub 12" - $12.99: Steak, onions, and cheese
Burgers
- Hamburger - $9.25: 1/2 pound burger served with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Big Cheese Burger - $10.25: American, cheddar, mozzarella, & provolone
- Mushroom Mozzarella Burger - $10.25
- Bacon Cheese Burger - $10.25
- Big Texan Burger - $10.5: Cheddar, onion rings, & BBQ sauce
- Philly Burger - $10.5: Topped with philly steak, onions, and cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach, High-Fiber
Stromboli
- Pepperoni Stromboli - $9: Choice of red or white sauce on the side
- Sausage Stromboli - $9: Choice of red or white sauce on the side Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Broccoli and Chicken Stromboli - $9: Choice of red or white sauce on the side
- Veggie Stromboli - $9: Mushrooms, onions, and green peppers Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Big Cheese Stromboli - $9: Mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, and parmesan Dietary tags: Halal
Dinners
- Chicken Tender Dinner - $13.99: 5 chicken tenders and french fries, served with salad and garlic bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Spaghetti Dinner - $11.5: Served with salad and garlic bread Dietary tags: Halal, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
- Rigatoni Dinner - $11.5: Served with salad and garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cavatelli Dinner - $12.5: Served with salad and garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chicken Parm Dinner - $14.99: Breaded chicken served with choice of noodle topped with marinara and melted cheese
- Chicken Alfredo Dinner - $14.99: Grilled chicken alfredo served with choice of noodle Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal
Desserts
- Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie - $2 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Jumbo Reese's Peanut Butter Cookie - $2 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- 2 Liter Pepsi Products - $3.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Big Cheese Pizza
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The provided data does not mention any customer concerns, instead highlighting savory flavors, satisfying portions, and knowledgeable service staff.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include mozzarella wedges, zesty Cajun fries, fried ravioli, loaded fries, cheesy garlic bread, and fried garlic balls.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features an extensive selection of Italian comfort foods, appetizers, and dinners catering to ten different dietary needs.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a relaxed evening with savory Italian comfort food, satisfying portions, and knowledgeable service in a lively, budget-friendly atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers a casual dining experience with a relaxed vibe, lively atmosphere, and comfort-focused menu.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Big Cheese Pizza by visiting their official website at https://bigcheese440.com/ for more information.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant maintains a perfect 5.0/5 rating, praised for its satisfying portions and knowledgeable service staff.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://bigcheese440.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Celery with ranch or blue cheese is the only dish listed for keto, gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic diets.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Reviewers celebrate the savory flavors, satisfying portions, relaxed atmosphere, and knowledgeable service staff with deep menu expertise.
- Is Big Cheese Pizza gluten-free-friendly?
- Yes. Big Cheese Pizza has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wings (15) and Wings (25).
- What can I eat at Big Cheese Pizza on a gluten-free diet?
- Wings (15) and Wings (25) carry the gluten-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Big Cheese Pizza have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Spaghetti Dinner and Breaded Mushrooms.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Big Cheese Pizza?
- Small Antipasto Salad, at roughly 102.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Big Cheese Pizza
- Giuseppe's Pizza & Subs — Italian
- Dino's Restaurant — Italian
- Revolution Pizza — Italian
- Gaetano's — Italian
- Mario Fazio's Restaurant & Catering — Italian
- Pizza Booyah and What About Bob's Subs — Italian
- Vittorio's — Italian
- Geraci's Restaurant — Italian
- Petti's Pizza Ristorante — Italian
- La Rich's Pizza — Italian
- Vicinato Pizza and Restaurant — Italian
- Georgio's pizza — Italian
