America’s Hometown Pizza Buffet sets biggest growth record in nearly two decades
Dallas, TX (RestaurantNews.com) Pizza Inn is closing out the year with a major milestone that reflects renewed momentum and a strengthening growth trajectory. For the first time in 18 years, the brand has opened three new restaurants in three weeks, reinforcing its presence in today’s competitive pizza landscape.
Seasoned franchisee Dion Firooznia, who opened his fifth store on Dec. 2 in Abingdon, VA, shared how the community response has already exceeded their expectations. They noted the enthusiasm for the brand’s return to the area, which has led to strong sales since opening.
In Rochester, David and Phoebe Omete are proud to bring the first Pizza Inn to Indiana. Their soft opening on Dec. 8 has been encouraging, by how warmly the community has embraced the new location and has built excitement for the grand opening. They look forward to growing the brand’s presence in the state.
Pizza Inn’s third store in three weeks opened yesterday, Dec. 15, in Hickory, N.C. Franchisee Peter Solanki is excited to open their third store and introduce Pizza Inn to another North Carolina community.
“These openings mark a powerful step forward for Pizza Inn,” said Brandon Solano, CEO of Pizza Inn. “This surge reflects franchisee confidence, strong market momentum, and a clear signal that guests are hungry for what Pizza Inn brings to the table. We’re not just growing – we’re answering a real need in the marketplace.”
With continued strong unit metrics coupled with improved sales trends and a growing roster of operators, Pizza Inn enters 2026 positioned for further expansion.
“We are seeing strong interest from prospects who want to be part of Pizza Inn’s next chapter, and these openings highlight what the brand can achieve,” said Chris Cochran, RAVE’s senior director of franchise sales and development. “We have more exciting openings and developments on the way, and we welcome conversations with operators interested in learning how they can be part of the Pizza Inn family.”
Prospective franchisees are encouraged to learn more about joining the brand at PizzaInn.com/franchise. For more information on Pizza Inn or to view the entire menu, visit PizzaInn.com.
About Pizza Inn
Since 1958, Pizza Inn’s popular pizza buffet and friendly service have solidified the brand as America’s Favorite Hometown Pizza Buffet. Unlike your typical buffet, Pizza Inn built a reputation using house-shredded 100% whole milk mozzarella cheese, fresh ingredients and house-made signature sauce. This, combined with its small-town vibe, are the hallmarks of its restaurants that feature signature pan pizzas, chocolate chip ‘pizzerts,’ pasta dishes, salads and innovative creations that reflect today’s customer cravings. The brand continues to thrive with new menu innovations, including its popular NYXL Pizza. Follow Pizza Inn on Instagram @ pizzainn and to learn more about franchising opportunities, visit PizzaInn.com/franchise.
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