Food & Beverage

Emmy Squared Pizza puts employees center stage with creative LTO pizza menu

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January 14, 2026

Emmy Squared Pizza has rolled out an inventive limited-time collection of market-inspired pizzas created and named by the local teams that run its restaurants.

Throughout the month of January, employee-created pizzas will give guests a chance to get to know the teams in their cities.

"This initiative gives the local teams a chance to create something directly for the communities in which they operate," Kevin Stoeffler, director of culinary operations, said in the release. "The recipes were created by team members who live, work and cook in the neighborhoods where they are being offered."

In the New York metro area, Thyme Squared was created by Regional Director Topher Bertone-Ledford, who drew inspiration from a rich steak-and-onion Christmas dinner finished with fresh thyme. The pizza pairs steak, gouda, caramelized onions, parsley pesto and thyme, balancing smoky and savory flavors.

In the DC metro area, The Mambo Crispy Chicken Pie was created by April Harris, general manager of the Navy Yard location. Featuring fried chicken, mambo sauce and scallions, the pizza highlights a sauce deeply rooted in Washington, D.C.'s local food culture.

In Nashville, Louisville and Birmingham, The Sweet Melissa reflects a collaborative effort led by Melissa Reimer, general manager of the Gulch location. Inspired by a "meat and three" concept, the pizza brings together grass-fed beef, American cheese, Sammy Sauce, greens, pickles and whiskey bacon jam.

Pizzas are available in both regular and large sizes, with prices varying by market.

Emmy Squared Pizza has 29 locations across the U.S.