Marco's Pizza

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Marco's Pizza is an American restaurant chain and franchise that specializes in Italian-American cuisine, particularly pizza. The company was founded in 1978 by Pasquale "Pat" Giammarco in Oregon, Ohio. Marco's Pizza is known for its fresh ingredients and authentic Italian recipes.

History

Marco's Pizza was established by Pasquale "Pat" Giammarco, who was born in Sulmona, Italy, and moved to the United States as a child. Giammarco's family settled in Dearborn, Michigan, where he grew up working in his family's pizzeria. He later moved to Ohio and opened the first Marco's Pizza in Oregon, a suburb of Toledo, Ohio.

Menu

Marco's Pizza offers a variety of menu items, including:

• Pizza
• Subs
• Salads
• Cheese bread
• Chicken wings

The chain is known for its use of fresh dough, a proprietary blend of three cheeses, and a secret pizza sauce recipe.

Expansion

Since its founding, Marco's Pizza has grown significantly. As of 2023, the company operates over 1,000 locations across the United States and has expanded internationally, with stores in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and India.

Franchising

Marco's Pizza began franchising in 2004. The company offers franchise opportunities to entrepreneurs, providing support in areas such as site selection, training, and marketing.

Headquarters

The corporate headquarters of Marco's Pizza is located in Toledo, Ohio.

See also

• List of pizza chains of the United States
• List of pizza varieties by country
• Italian-American cuisine
• Fast food

Related Pages

• Pizza
• Italian-American cuisine
• Fast food restaurant
• Franchising