Our Journey to Authenticity

In 1991, two passionate Chicagoans, Theo Reynolds and Art Harris, embarked on a mission to bring the true taste of Chicago-style pizza to Santa Clara, California. It all began with our first customer, Glen Campbell, who walked through our doors at 2:00 PM on November 12, 1991. Since then, Pizz’a Chicago has become a beloved destination for pizza lovers, known for our gourmet deep-dish pizzas crafted with the freshest ingredients. Our name, a playful nod to ‘piece of Chicago’, reflects our commitment to authenticity and quality, making every slice a delightful experience.

Our Founding Story

In 1991, two passionate Chicagoans, Theo Reynolds and Art Harris, embarked on a journey to bring the authentic taste of Chicago-style pizza to Santa Clara, California. Their vision was simple yet profound: to create a welcoming space where friends and families could enjoy gourmet deep-dish pizza made with the freshest ingredients. The first customer, Glen Campbell, walked through the doors at 2:00 PM on November 12, 1991, marking the beginning of a delicious adventure. Interestingly, the name ‘Pizz’a Chicago’ was crafted to evoke the phrase ‘piece of Chicago’, though it often gets playfully misinterpreted as ‘Chicago Pizza’. This charming mix-up has only added to the restaurant’s unique identity and appeal.
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Our First Customers

In the early days of Pizz’a Chicago, we welcomed our very first customer, Glen Campbell, at 2:00 PM on November 12, 1991. His enthusiasm for our deep-dish pizza set the tone for our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
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Since then, we have served over 100 customers on our opening day alone, each contributing to our growing community of pizza lovers.
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The feedback we received during our first month was overwhelmingly positive, encouraging us to refine our recipes and enhance our service.
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We introduced our first special promotion within weeks, which helped us attract more customers and build a loyal following.
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Participating in local community events allowed us to connect with our customers and share our passion for authentic Chicago-style pizza.