• The Donatos Pizza Franchise Experience: Transforming and Uplifting Lives

    For more than six decades, Donatos Pizza has been more than a pizza company—it’s been a purpose-driven organization committed to promoting goodwill ...

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  • How Technology Enhances the Donatos Pizza Franchise Opportunity

    Embracing innovation and adapting to technology trends can be the difference between enhanced success and stagnancy in the pizza franchise world. ...

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  • How Donatos Pizza Supports Franchise Partners for Long-Term Growth

    Have you ever thought about franchising? At Donatos Pizza, success in franchising starts with a clear mission and a strong sense of purpose. Since ...

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  • Meet the Entrepreneur Bringing Donatos Pizza to the Charlotte Area

    Promoting goodwill through quality pizza is the foundation of Donatos Pizza. This sentiment has been at the core of the brand's identity since 1963 ...

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  • Donatos Pizza: Mastering Growth in the Restaurant Franchise Sector

    As 2024 progresses, the restaurant franchise industry is witnessing transformative growth, reshaped by evolving consumer preferences and advancements ...

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  • Celebrating Father-Son Duos: Family and Franchising at Donatos Pizza

    Since its inception in 1963 by Jim Grote, Donatos Pizza has been synonymous with excellent pizza, a strong community, and family values. Founded on ...

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  • Donatos Pizza is a Growing Franchise Opportunity

    Since 1963, Donatos Pizza has been providing premium pizzas and promoting goodwill in its communities. The brand remains committed to seeking new ...

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  • Donatos Pizza Franchise Growth 2024: Leadership and Community Impact Highlights

    As 2024 unfolds, Donatos Pizza continues to stand out in the fiercely competitive franchise industry through significant accolades and a strong ...

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  • Donatos Pizza Uncovered: A Q&A with the Leaders Shaping Its Franchising Future

    In franchising, it’s no secret that the guidance and support a franchisor provides to its franchise partners is invaluable in helping them embark on ...

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Press Center

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  • Donatos Pizza to Make Texas Debut in Frisco

    This article was originally published in QSR on November 11th, 2024. Donatos Pizza is making its Texas debut through the opening of a brand-new ...

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  • Donatos Pizza Named One of the Most Profitable Franchises of 2024 by Franchise Business Review

    This article was originally published on October 04, 2024 on Franchising.com. Family-Owned Pizza Concept Recognized for Strong Financial Performance ...

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  • 19 National Pizza Month deals to put some pep in your step

    This article was originally published October 03, 2024 on TODAY.com National Cheese Pizza Day and National Pepperoni Pizza Day may be in the rearview ...

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  • Donatos' new Block O pizza is available only in Columbus during the Buckeyes' 2024 season

    This article was originally published on September 24, 2024 in The Columbus Dispatch Donatos has started selling pizzas in the only letter-shape ...

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  • 18 National Pepperoni Pizza Day deals for mouthwatering savings

    This article was originally published September 19, 2024 on Today.com National Cheese Pizza Day had its moment in the spotlight earlier this month, ...

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  • It's National Cheese Pizza Day. Where to go in Kentucky

    This article was originally published September 05, 2024 on the Courier Journal Thursday marks National Cheese Pizza Day 2024. Each September 5 is ...

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  • 16 National Cheese Pizza Day deals for a slice of savings

    This article was originally published on Today.com on September 4, 2024. As much as we love toppings, sometimes we just crave a classic cheese pizza. ...

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  • Donatos Pizza expands into northern Florida with 10 new locations, creating 300 jobs

    This article was originally published in Northwest Florida Daily News on September 3, 2024. FORT WALTON BEACH — An Ohio-based pizza chain called ...

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  • Coming to Tallahassee: Food chains, entertainment eyeing capital for expansion

    This article was originally published in The Tallahassee Democrat on September 1, 2024. Recently, the Tallahassee Democrat reported that foodies could ...

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New Locations

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  • Edge to Edge and Party Cut: Donatos Pizza Eyes Nashville Market for Expansion.

    Donatos Pizza, an Ohio-based pizza chain, has its eyes on Tennessee. The national chain has plans to expand to Chattanooga, Knoxville and Memphis, and ...

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  • Donatos Pizza adding more Jax locations, expanding into other parts of Florida.

    Donatos Pizza, an Ohio-based pizza chain, said Tuesday it plans to expand into other parts of Florida and the First Coast, a move that comes after the ...

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  • Jennie Geisler: Erie Donato’s owner to open 2nd shop near Mercyhurst campus in November

    Donato’s,1535 W. Eighth St., open just shy of four years (officially Oct. 18), is getting a sibling in mid-November. Owner Christina Vogel is opening ...

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  • Donatos Looks to Expand in Nashville, Tennessee.

    Donatos Pizza, the fast-casual pizza chain once owned by McDonald’s and famous for its Edge-to-Edge toppings, has announced its commitment to open ...

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  • Donatos, new fitness center coming to Cave Mill Road.

    Before the coronavirus had begun to force restaurants to restrict sit-down dining and increase delivery and takeout, Spence Sheldon had that exact ...

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  • Donatos Pizza to Open in Knoxville, Tennessee.

    Donatos Pizza is headed to Knoxville. The fast-casual pizza chain once owned by McDonald’s and famous for its Edge-to-Edge toppings, has signed an ...

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  • Donatos Pizza launches Jacksonville Beach restaurant.

    Known for its trademarked “edge to edge pizza,” Donatos Pizza will open its first Jacksonville-area restaurant Tuesday. The restaurant is at 1500 ...

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  • Donatos Pizza to Open Another Columbus Airport Location.

    Donatos Pizza announced the opening of a second Donatos Pizza location at John Glenn International Airport on Tuesday, May 8 at 6 a.m. Touchstone ...

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About the Menu

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  • Donatos Unveils Green Goddess Salad.

    The Green Goddess Salad is available in three different sizes. Donatos announced an addition to its fresh salad lineup with the Green Goddess Salad ...

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  • Donatos’ Heart-Shaped Pizzas Return for Valentine’s Day.

    In 2020, Valentine’s Day was the third-largest sales day of the year for Donatos. When it comes to expressing your love this Valentine’s Day, Donatos ...

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  • Donatos Introduces Three Cauliflower Crust Pizzas.

    New pizzas, which also feature plant-based sausage and Provolone, are lower in carbs. As consumer plant-based interest explodes, Donatos Pizza, the ...

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  • Donatos Edge to Edge® Deliciousness.

    At Donatos, some would call us pizza perfectionists. Since 1963, we’ve been topping our proprietary crust with meticulously placed ingredients that ...

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