Cicis Pizza

American pizza buffet restaurant chain

Cicis Pizza, formerly known as CiCi's Pizza, is an American pizza buffet restaurant chain based in Irving, Texas. Founded in 1985, Cicis is known for its wide variety of pizzas, pasta, salads, and desserts offered in an all-you-can-eat format.

History

Cicis Pizza was founded by Joe Croce and Mike Cole in Plano, Texas in 1985. The concept was simple: provide a family-friendly environment with a wide selection of pizzas at an affordable price. The buffet model allowed customers to enjoy unlimited servings of pizza, pasta, salad, and dessert for a fixed price.

Logo of CiCi's Pizza

In the early 2000s, Cicis expanded rapidly, opening numerous locations across the United States. The chain became known for its innovative pizza offerings, including unique toppings and specialty pizzas that catered to a variety of tastes.

Menu

Cicis Pizza offers a diverse menu that includes traditional and specialty pizzas, pasta dishes, salads, and desserts. The buffet format allows customers to sample a wide range of flavors and combinations.

Macaroni and cheese pizza

Pizza

Cicis is renowned for its creative pizza options. In addition to classic varieties like pepperoni and cheese, the chain offers specialty pizzas such as macaroni and cheese pizza, buffalo chicken pizza, and taco pizza.

Pasta and Salad

The buffet also includes a selection of pasta dishes, such as spaghetti and alfredo, as well as a salad bar with fresh vegetables and toppings.

Desserts

Cicis provides a variety of dessert options, including cinnamon rolls, brownies, and dessert pizzas like apple pie pizza.

Rebranding

In 2015, the company underwent a rebranding effort, changing its name from "CiCi's Pizza" to "Cicis" and updating its logo and restaurant design to appeal to a broader audience.

Logo of Cicis Pizza (2015–2020)

Locations

Cicis operates over 300 locations across the United States. The majority of these are franchised, allowing local entrepreneurs to bring the Cicis experience to their communities.

Corporate Structure

Cicis is headquartered in Irving, Texas, and the company supports its franchisees with training, marketing, and operational guidance to ensure consistency and quality across all locations.

Community Involvement

Cicis is committed to community involvement and often participates in local events and charitable activities. The company supports various initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of the communities it serves.

Related pages

• Pizza in the United States
• List of pizza chains of the United States
• Buffet