Leading Family-Style Pizza Brand Earns Top-10 Spot in Yelp’s First Guest-Driven Ranking
Irvine, CA (Restaurant News Release) Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for over 45 years, known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, has been ranked #6 on Yelp’s Top 25 Pizza Chains in America, a debut list determined by customer ratings and reviews on Yelp for pizza chains with 60 or more locations nationwide. With its legendary pizza and dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences, Mountain Mike’s continues to strengthen its position as a pizza segment leader, and the recently announced recognition from Yelp as a top pizza chain reinforces the brand’s already impressive standing. Mountain Mike’s has grown exponentially since 2017 while staying true to its roots. Along the way, the popular chain has added numerous honors and accolades to an endless surge of industry acclaim.
“Being named one of Yelp’s Top 25 Pizza Chains in America is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices of our guests, whose feedback drives everything we do and whose passion and loyalty continue to fuel our growth and success,” said Carol DeNembo, Chief Marketing Officer of Mountain Mike’s Pizza. “This recognition reaffirms that our unwavering commitment to quality, hospitality and community, plus a best-in-class Guest Recovery Process, are delivering the kinds of memorable restaurant experiences that resonate deeply and authentically with Mountain Mike’s Pizza fans across the nation.”
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 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 ongoing 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 Q3, Mountain Mike’s has opened 15 new restaurants, several of which debuted in new territories for the brand across Washington, Wisconsin and Nevada. The acclaimed pizza powerhouse now operates in more than 30 markets systemwide and has 120+ locations under development across 15 states.
With more than 310 restaurants in operation across 10 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 310+ 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 one of the Top Beloved Brands by Nation’s Restaurant News. The brand also received FRANdata’s prestigious 2024 TopScore FUND Award. For a complete list of locations and the full menu, visit MountainMikesPizza.com or follow Mountain Mike’s on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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