Founder & CEO
Marco Delano
A Dallas native with Italian roots, Marco turned his grandmother's recipes into a culinary movement. His vision guides every aspect of the Pizzana brand.
Our Story
From a Family Kitchen to Your Door
Pizzana started not in a commercial kitchen, but in a small Dallas home where founder Marco Delano spent weekends perfecting his grandmother's Italian dough recipe. What began as a cherished family ritual — flour-dusted countertops, wood-fire aromas, laughter over imperfect circles — became the seed of something much bigger.
"We never wanted Pizzana to just be a restaurant. We wanted it to be a feeling — the warmth of a shared meal, the satisfaction of something made with real care."
— Marco Delano, Founder
— Marco Delano, Founder
In 2015, Marco opened the first Pizzana location in Dallas, TX. The response was immediate. Locals came for the pizzana experience — thick, airy crusts, house-made sauces, and toppings sourced from regional farms. Word spread, and the waitlists grew. Today, Pizzana serves thousands of guests each month, yet every pie is still crafted with the same hands-on dedication that started it all.
9+
Years Serving
50K+
Happy Guests
28
Menu Items
4.9★
Avg. Rating
What Drives Us
Our Mission & Core Values
Every decision we make — from sourcing ingredients to training our team — is guided by four principles that define what Pizzana stands for.
Fresh Ingredients
We partner with local farms and trusted suppliers to bring the freshest, highest-quality produce to every pizza we craft.
Handcrafted Always
No shortcuts, no automation. From dough stretching to sauce spreading, every step is done by skilled hands that take real pride in their work.
Community First
Pizzana is a community institution. We sponsor local events, hire locally, and give back to the neighborhoods that made us who we are.
Bold Flavors
We push flavors further. Inspired by Italian tradition and American creativity, our menu constantly evolves to delight and surprise your palate.
How We Got Here
A Decade of Bold Moments
From a home kitchen to a beloved Dallas institution — here are the milestones that shaped Pizzana.
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2015
The First Door Opens
Marco Delano opens the original Pizzana location on Preston Rd, Dallas. A 40-seat restaurant with a wood-fire oven and a menu of 8 classic pies. The line stretches around the block on opening night.
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2017
Pizanna-Style Innovation
Head Chef Elena Moretti joins the team, introducing the signature pizanna thick-crust method — a slow 48-hour cold ferment that became the cornerstone of our identity and earned rave reviews across Texas.
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2019
Catering & Delivery Launch
Pizzana launches its catering service and online ordering platform, bringing handcrafted pizza directly to events and homes across Dallas and surrounding communities.
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2021
Community Award
Recognized as "Best Pizza in Dallas" by Dallas Morning News Readers' Choice. We also launch the Pizzana Community Kitchen initiative, providing meals to local food banks every Friday.
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2024
50,000 Happy Guests
Pizzana celebrates serving its 50,000th customer — a milestone marked with a special menu release and a week-long community celebration. The future has never looked more delicious.
The People
Meet the Pizzana Team
Behind every great pizza is a passionate team. These are the people who show up every day to make the Pizzana experience extraordinary.
Head Chef
Elena Moretti
Trained in Naples, Elena brought the art of authentic slow-ferment dough to Pizzana. She creates every new menu item and oversees kitchen excellence daily.
Operations Manager
James Park
James keeps the engine running. From supplier logistics to delivery routing, his meticulous attention to detail ensures every order arrives perfectly on time.
Guest Experience
Sofia Rivera
Sofia is the warmth you feel the moment you walk through our doors or chat with us online. She leads every initiative that puts our guests first.
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