Riko’s Pizza renews Susan G. Komen partnership

September 28, 2026

Riko's Pizza is renewing its partnership with Susan G. Komen for a second year, giving customers at all corporate and franchised locations an opportunity to…

10 Questions: Prince St. Pizza CEO Lawrence Longo

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

In our latest 10 Questions series, Prince St. Pizza CEO Lawrence Longo discusses the lessons he’s learned while expanding the New York-born brand, including…

Russo’s New York Pizzeria opens second Arizona location near ASU

September 28, 2026

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen has opened its second Arizona location near the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, the company announced…

Colony Grill named official pizza partner of Tampa Bay Buccaneers

September 25, 2026

Colony Grill has partnered with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an official pizza partner, bringing its thin-crust pies to Raymond James Stadium through 2030, the…

Restaurant employees see industry as long-term career path, study finds

September 25, 2026

New research from the National Restaurant Association finds that restaurant employees largely view the industry as a place to build long-term careers, develop…

Square integrates Apple Business to boost restaurant visibility on Apple Maps

September 24, 2026

Square has launched a new integration with Apple Business, allowing restaurant operators and other local businesses to manage their presence across Apple Maps…

Menufy: 80% of consumers would try AI-recommended independent restaurants

September 24, 2026

Artificial intelligence is reshaping restaurant discovery and creating new opportunities for independent operators, according to new consumer research from…

Ted Lasso, an empty office and workplace culture

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

I once started a new job where, on my very first day, I was shown the empty office of a woman who had died of breast cancer.

Pizza Guys expands in Texas with Fort Worth location

September 23, 2026

Pizza Guys has signed a lease for its second Texas restaurant, bringing the Sacramento, California-based pizza franchise to Fort Worth. The new location is…

Why Dillas Quesadillas simplified its menu to prepare for growth

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Dillas Quesadillas is simplifying its menu to improve speed, accuracy and the customer experience as it prepares for future growth. In this episode of the…

Cartwheel shifts restaurant delivery into high gear

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

Hungry Howie’s is among the pizza brands embracing a more flexible approach to delivery, and is leveraging delivery software company Cartwheel to do it. Hear…

Peace sells, but pizza delivers: Prince St. Pizza teams up with Megadeth

September 23, 2026

Prince St. Pizza is joining forces with heavy metal band Megadeth to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the band's platinum album, Peace Sells…But Who's…

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

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

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 — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

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 — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

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