Franchising
Photograph: Donatos Pizza
January 27, 2026
Donatos Pizza will enter the Houston market, with the primary of two to a few areas slated to open this summer season, in response to a press launch.
Three franchise teams are centered on growing the world. A number of areas have already opened within the Dallas/Fort Price market.
“As an iconic Midwest model, we’re excited to construct up a fan following with the assistance of those Houston teams, and unfold our pizzas edge to edge throughout the state,” Jeff Baldwin, VP of growth and franchising at Donatos Pizza, mentioned within the launch. “We wish to signal franchise teams and companions to construct the early areas all through the state of Texas and proceed to develop these markets.”
The model is looking for to elevated its footprint in DFW, Waco and throughout East Texas, with targets of greater than 100 areas opening over the subsequent a number of years.
“As we proceed to develop our presence in Texas, we’re excited to announce the primary location in Houston,” Kevin King, CEO and president at Donatos Pizza, mentioned within the launch. “We wish to add further areas throughout DFW and Houston and we stay up for welcoming aspiring Texas entrepreneurs to discover our franchise alternative. Most significantly, we’re excited for purchasers and the neighborhood to expertise the distinction of our high-quality pizza.”
Donatos Pizza operates 179 areas, with its pizza served in almost 300 non-traditional areas.
