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Imo's Pizza to open in Nashville

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May 20, 2026

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Imo's Pizza, the St. Louis-based pizzeria known for its signature Provel cheese and thin, crispy crust, is expanding into Tennessee with the opening of its first location in the Nashville area, according to a press release.

Set to open later this year, the restaurant will introduce Nashville residents to the flavors that have made Imo's Pizza a Midwest institution for more than 60 years, including its specialty pizzas, Provel bites, toasted ravioli, salads and other fan favorites.

The Nashville location will be owned and operated by a local military veteran whose commitment to service, leadership and community aligns with Imo's Pizza's values and dedication to neighborhood ownership.

"We're excited to bring Imo's Pizza to Nashville and introduce a new audience to the flavors that have defined our brand for generations," Dutch Guidici, president and CEO of Imo's Pizza, said in the release. "This expansion represents an important milestone for our brand, and we're especially proud to partner with a veteran franchise owner who shares our passion for serving his community."

The Nashville opening marks the brand's first restaurant in Tennessee and reflects Imo's Pizza's continued strategic growth beyond its Midwest roots. As part of its long-term expansion plans, the company is actively seeking qualified franchise partners to bring authentic St. Louis-style pizza to new markets in the Midwest, middle and southern regions of the U.S.

Imo's has nearly 100 locations. The brand launched in 1964.

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