Can c-stores compete with pizzerias? 7-Eleven bets on better pizza

by Valerie Gritton

September 22, 2026

7-Eleven is continuing to invest in its prepared food portfolio, introducing an upgraded pizza crust and new customization options as it looks to make its…

Marco’s Pizza partners with American Public University for tuition benefits

September 22, 2026

Marco's Pizza has partnered with American Public University to provide franchisees, their employees, eligible family members and corporate support center…

What is driving Kona Ice’s success?

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Tony Lamb is the Founder and visionary behind Kona Ice, the tropical shaved-ice brand that turned an ice cream truck nightmare into experiences that customers…

How MOD Pizza put a fresh spin on its 'MODern Beginnings'

by Valerie Gritton

How MOD Pizza introduced familiar sizing, expanded signature recipes and new menu items while maintaining its signature customization model.

Round Table Pizza debuts Dr Pepper BBQ pizza, wings

September 21, 2026

Round Table Pizza has partnered with Dr Pepper and The Dairy Alliance to introduce a limited-time menu, the company announced in a news release.

Papa Johns faces potential securities fraud class action lawsuit

September 21, 2026

Papa Johns International is facing a proposed securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging the pizza chain misled investors about its turnaround strategy…

Cugino Forno debuts pizza vending machine in North Carolina

September 21, 2026

Cugino Forno has introduced a pizza vending machine at Incendiary Brewing in Lewisville, North Carolina, according to a WXII report, giving customers access to…

Webinar: Order accuracy as the next loyalty battleground

by Valerie Gritton

In this “Accuracy is the New Loyalty” webinar, Star Micronics’ Craig Kaliebe discusses how labeling, smart scales and other verification tools help operators…

Grotto Pizza opens first Pennsylvania location

September 18, 2026

Grotto Pizza has expanded its Pennsylvania footprint with the opening of a restaurant in Manheim Township, Lancaster County, according to a story on Fox 43.

Mellow Mushroom brews up Wicked Wizard cocktail

September 18, 2026

Mellow Mushroom is celebrating Halloween with the launch of the Wicked Wizard, the company announced in a news release. The Wicked Wizard is a limited-time…

The restaurant of tomorrow takes center stage at #QSRNext 2026

by Valerie Gritton

#QSRNext 2026 will bring together restaurant executives and industry leaders to explore the forces reshaping quick service, including AI, drive-thru…

Shakey’s Pizza Parlor launches mobile app, loyalty program

September 17, 2026

Shakey's Pizza Parlor has launched a mobile app and loyalty program designed to reward customers while encouraging more visits to its restaurants, the company…

Donatos targets 100 Texas locations as Dallas, Houston expansion grows

September 17, 2026

Donatos Pizza is accelerating its Texas expansion with a long-term goal of opening more than 100 restaurants across the state, including locations in the…

Giordano’s, Smoque BBQ launch Texas-inspired Pitmaster Deep Dish

September 17, 2026

Giordano's has announced in a news release that it has teamed with Chicago-based Smoque BBQ to launch the Pitmaster Deep Dish, a limited-edition pizza…

Qvinci launches RoyaltyHub to automate franchise royalty management

September 16, 2026

Qvinci Software has launched Qvinci RoyaltyHub, a new platform designed to automate the royalty management process for franchise brands, the company has…

10 Questions: Mountain Mike’s CEO Jim Metevier

by Valerie Gritton

In the debut of Pizza Marketplace’s 10 Questions series, Mountain Mike’s CEO Jim Metevier talks franchisee success, restaurant economics, leadership and the…

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria rolls out fall menu, adds energy drinks

September 16, 2026

Grimaldi's Pizzeria has launched its Fall Favorites menu featuring Buffalo chicken dishes and seasonal cheesecakes, while adding three energy drinks and an…

Prince St. Pizza launches personal-sized Sicilian pies

September 16, 2026

Prince St. Pizza is downsizing its signature Sicilian-style square pies with the launch of the Personal Prince Pie, a limited-time, personal-sized offering…

Mountain Mike’s names Sheena Dougher chief marketing officer

September 16, 2026

Mountain Mike's Pizza has announced in a news release that it has named restaurant marketing veteran Sheena Dougher its chief marketing officer, tapping the…

Mountain Mike’s expands Oregon footprint

September 15, 2026

Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened a restaurant in Wilsonville, Ore., marking the pizza chain's seventh location in the state, the company has announced in a…