Leading Family-Style Pizza Brand Earns Top-10 Recognition for Exceptional Guest Satisfaction, Loyalty and Customer Experience
“We are immensely grateful for the tremendous loyalty and passion from our guests, since exceptional hospitality and quality guide everything we do,” said Carol DeNembo, Chief Marketing Officer of Mountain Mike’s Pizza. “Being named one of Yelp’s Most Loved Brands wouldn’t be possible without the dedicated franchise partners and team members who bring Pizza the Way It Oughta Be® to life every day, and this accolade caps a year of remarkable brand recognition.“
In addition to the top-10 ranking from Yelp, Mountain Mike’s continues to receive an array of other important industry honors, including prestigious rankings and multiple accolades that highlight the brand’s steep growth trajectory and ongoing excellence. Mountain Mike’s climbed to #89 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list – the brand’s third consecutive year in the Top 100 – and rose to #4 in the highly competitive pizza category. Franchise Times honored Mountain Mike’s with a coveted Zor Award for “Top Sit-Down Pizza,” and the Franchise Innovation Awards recognized the brand’s Heart-Shaped Pizza promotion as “Best PR Campaign.” Mountain Mike’s was also named “Brand of the Year” by Pizza Marketplace as part of its Top 100 Movers & Shakers. The prominent industry outlet also ranked CEO Jim Metevier among the top executives shaping the pizza industry. Further illustrating its significant momentum, Mountain Mike’s landed at #32 on Entrepreneur’s Top Food Franchises and #136 on the Nation’s Restaurant News & Restaurant Business Top 500 list of leading U.S. restaurant chains.
With a strong presence nationwide, proven franchise model and continued investments in quality and innovation, Mountain Mike’s is well-positioned for even more growth and segment dominance. The brand began 2025 with remarkable momentum, fueled by a host of strategic market entries and the opening of its 300th restaurant. Through Q4, Mountain Mike’s has opened eight new restaurants, several of which debuted in new territories for the brand across Texas, Washington, Wisconsin and Oklahoma. Year-to-date, Mountain Mike’s opened 23 restaurants, the most in a single year for the brand. The acclaimed pizza powerhouse now operates in more than 30 markets systemwide and has 120+ locations under development across 15 states.
With more than 320 restaurants in operation across 11 states and counting, Mountain Mike’s is primed to continue expansion throughout the U.S. by extending opportunities to new franchise partners looking to diversify their portfolios with a popular family pizza concept. To learn more about new franchise opportunities in your market of interest, visit MountainMikesFranchise.com.
About Mountain Mike’s Pizza
Since 1978, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, Mountain-sized pizzas, and dough made fresh daily has been a popular choice for families, serving “Pizza the Way it Oughta Be!®” In addition to offering carryout, its own in-house delivery, and four third-party delivery options, Mountain Mike’s provides a family-friendly dine-in environment making it easy for guests to enjoy the brand’s signature experience wherever they are. Most of its 320+ locations feature a kids’ activity area with arcade games, dedicated party rooms and big screen TVs throughout, making Mountain Mike’s an ideal place for sports teams, family gatherings, group fundraising events and private parties alike. With a menu of signature pizzas, chicken wings, garlic knots, fresh salads, sharable desserts, and a selection of beer and wine, there’s something for everyone at Mountain Mike’s. Guests may also take advantage of streamlined ordering via the Mountain Rewards® app to earn exclusive offers and personalized rewards towards free food. This year, Mountain Mike’s was named one of America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains by Newsweek, as well as a top-10 brand on Yelp’s Most Loved Restaurant Brands list. For a complete list of locations and the full menu, visit MountainMikesPizza.com or follow Mountain Mike’s on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.
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