Marco Ricci
Founder & Head Chef
Marco brought his Italian-American family recipes to Pickens, SC and turned a passion for authentic pizza into the pizza inn institution it is today. He oversees every recipe and kitchen standard.
Our Story
About Pizza inn
Handcrafted with love, baked with passion — discover the pizza inn story that's been bringing bold flavors to every table across the United States.
15+
Years of Flavor
50K+
Happy Customers
80+
Menu Items
4.9★
Average Rating
Who We Are
The Pizza inn Story
Pizza inn was born from a simple but powerful idea: every person deserves a genuinely great pizza — made with real ingredients, crafted by real people, and delivered with care. What started as a small family-run kitchen in Pickens, SC has grown into a beloved pizza inn destination serving customers across the United States.
From day one, we refused to cut corners. Our dough is hand-stretched fresh every morning. Our sauces are slow-cooked from vine-ripened tomatoes. Our toppings are sourced from trusted local and regional suppliers who share our commitment to quality and flavor.
"Pizza done right — every single time."
Our founder's promise from day one still drives everything we do at Pizza inn today. It's not just a slogan — it's a standard we uphold with every pie we bake.
What Drives Us
Our Mission & Vision
Everything we do at Pizza inn is guided by three core pillars that define who we are and how we serve our customers across the United States.
Our Mission
To craft the most flavorful, high-quality pizzas using fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques — making every Pizza inn experience memorable, consistent, and worth coming back for.
Our Vision
To become the most trusted and beloved pizza inn brand in the United States — known not just for great food, but for the warmth, speed, and reliability of every customer interaction.
Our Community
We believe great food brings people together. Pizza inn is proud to be a gathering place — supporting local events, partnering with neighborhood suppliers, and giving back to Pickens, SC and beyond.
The Foundation
Our Core Values
These six principles aren't posters on a wall — they're the everyday commitments every Pizza inn team member makes to our customers.
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Uncompromising Quality
We never settle for "good enough." Every ingredient, every bake, every delivery must meet our high standard — because you deserve nothing less from Pizza inn.
02
Customer First
Your satisfaction drives every decision. From our menu design to our delivery routes, we put the pizza inn customer experience at the very heart of all we do.
03
Honest Ingredients
No artificial shortcuts, no mystery sauces. We tell you exactly what's in every pizza and take pride in using real, recognizable, wholesome ingredients.
04
Speed & Reliability
Great pizza should arrive hot and on time. We invest in efficient processes and a dependable team so every order — dine-in or delivery — exceeds your expectations.
05
Team Excellence
Our people are our greatest ingredient. We invest in training, celebrate wins, and foster a kitchen culture of respect, creativity, and continuous improvement.
06
Community Impact
Pizza inn is more than a restaurant — we're a neighbor. From local sponsorships to sourcing nearby, we work to strengthen the community that supports us every day.
How We Got Here
Our Journey Through the Years
From a single oven in Pickens, SC to a full-service pizza inn loved across the United States — here's how our story unfolded.
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2009
The First Oven Is Lit
Pizza inn opens its doors at Towncreek Shopping Center in Pickens, SC. A single stone oven, a hand-written menu, and a big dream — the foundation of everything we'd become.
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2012
Our Signature Sauce is Born
After years of perfecting the recipe, we debut our now-iconic slow-cooked tomato sauce — a rich, aromatic base that quickly becomes what customers call "the real reason they keep coming back."
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2015
Delivery Launches Across Pickens
Pizza inn expands its reach beyond the dining room, launching a full delivery service across Pickens, SC. Hot, fresh pizza arrives at doorsteps within 30 minutes — a promise we still keep today.
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2018
Menu Expansion & New Kitchen
We invest in a state-of-the-art kitchen upgrade and expand our menu to 80+ items — including specialty pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts. The full pizza inn experience takes shape.
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2021
Online Ordering Goes Live
Pizza inn launches its new online ordering platform at innpizza-meal.click — making it easier than ever for customers across the United States to order their favorite pizza from any device, any time.
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2024
50,000 Happy Customers & Counting
Pizza inn celebrates serving its 50,000th customer — a milestone that reflects the trust and loyalty of the communities we serve. We look forward to the next 50,000 with the same passion we started with.
The People Behind Every Slice
Meet Our Team
Pizza inn is powered by a dedicated team of passionate food lovers, skilled craftspeople, and hospitality experts who make every visit — or delivery — special.
Sofia Brennan
Operations Manager
Sofia keeps the entire Pizza inn operation running like clockwork — from staffing schedules to supplier relationships and delivery logistics. Her dedication ensures every order arrives perfectly.
James Okafor
Senior Pizza Chef
With over a decade of culinary experience, James is the creative force behind Pizza inn's seasonal specials and signature pies. His bold flavor combinations have earned rave reviews across the United States.
Elena Torres
Customer Experience Lead
Elena is the voice of the Pizza inn customer — ensuring that every interaction, whether in-store, online, or by phone, is handled with warmth, efficiency, and genuine care.
Passionate about pizza? We're always looking for talented people to join the Pizza inn family.
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