Donatos News & Media

Donatos Pizza to expand in Virginia, Maryland, Georgia

August 13, 2025

Donatos Pizza continues its franchise growth throughout the DMV area (DC, Mayland and Virginia) as well as the Atlanta metro area, according to a press release.

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Donatos Pizza opens 2nd location in Edmond, Oklahoma

July 10, 2025

Donatos Pizza has opened its second location in Edmond, Oklahoma. A grand opening will be held July 22, according to a press release.

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4th annual Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit to offer advice, tips to pizzeria operators

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

The Pizza Leadership Virtual Summit will take place July 30 and will feature a keynote address with the president and CEO of Donatos Pizza and a variety of…

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Donatos taps Appetronix for first fully automated pizza kitchen

June 13, 2025

Donatos Pizza has tapped Appetronix, a foodtech company specializing in the development and design of autonomous robotic solutions for commercial restaurant…

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Donatos Pizza to launch fully autonomous restaurant at Columbus Airport

May 27, 2025

Donatos Pizza will launch its first fully autonomous pizza restaurant this June at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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Donatos Pizza accelerates Texas growth

May 6, 2025

Donatos Pizza has inked three franchise deals — two in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and one in Houston — to bring the brand's total franchise groups in Texas to…

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Donatos Pizza president, CEO wants it to be the household name in pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Donatos Pizza president and CEO Kevin King talks about his career in the pizza industry and what makes his brand a leader in the category amidst rising pizza…

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Donatos Pizza closes out year with new CEO, openings, deals

December 27, 2024

Donatos Pizza is closing out the year with a new CEO and president, openings in Dallas-Fort Worth and several multi-unit development deals, according to a…

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Donatos Pizza enters Texas

November 8, 2024

Donatos Pizza has entered Texas with a location in Frisco, according to a press release.

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Donatos Pizza launches Bakery Crust Pizza

August 21, 2024

As consumers continue to seek more affordable menu options, Donatos Pizza, known for its premium pizzas with generous toppings, has launched its Bakery Crust…

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Donatos Pizza collects school supplies for back to school

July 19, 2024

Cincinnati-area Donatos Pizza restaurants are partnering with the Sam Hubbard Foundation and Crayons to Computers to collect items for back to school…

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Donatos intros Calzato hand-held menu item

July 2, 2024

Donatos Pizza has introduced its Calzato. It features a crispy outside and a melty inside loaded with toppings, according to a press release.

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Donatos Pizza to enter Maryland

June 27, 2024

Donatos Pizza will enter Maryland with three initial locations in the DMV area (D.C., Maryland and Virginia). The restaurants are expected to open in Columbia…

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Donatos Pizza's CEO to retire in October; replacement named

May 2, 2024

Tom Krouse will retire as CEO of Donatos Pizza in October. Kevin King, the brand's president for the past two years, will assume the role of CEO and president…

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Donatos Pizza debuts Stuffed Crust Pizza

March 22, 2024

Donatos Pizza has launched Stuffed Crust Pizza for a limited time. The pizza is available from March 25 to May 19, according to a press release.

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Donatos to enter DFW with 20 planned units

March 18, 2024

Donatos will enter Texas, according to a press release.

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Heart-shaped pizzas increase sales in weeks leading up to Valentine's Day

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

Heart-shaped pizzas, adorned with toppings of affection, have become the latest craze among romantics and pizza enthusiasts alike.

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Donatos Pizza releases cheese breads, brings back heart-shaped pizzas

January 26, 2024

Donatos Pizza has introduced Mariachi and Italian cheese breads and is celebrating the return of heart-shaped pizzas. The new cheese breads are available from…

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Donatos Pizza inks deals for Louisville, Orlando

November 17, 2023

Donatos Pizza has announced two development deals for Louisville, Kentucky and Orlando, Florida, according to a press release.

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Donatos Pizza poised to open more than 150 locations next year

November 14, 2023

Donatos Pizza has opened more than 30 locations this year, including five traditional stores and 26 strategic partnerships, bringing the brand's store count to…

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