Canada's premium pizza delivery brand since 1985
Pizzaiolo was founded in 1985 by Giuseppe Russo, an Italian immigrant who arrived in Toronto with nothing but his family's treasured pizza recipes and a dream to share authentic Italian flavors with Canadians.
What began as a small family-run pizzeria in downtown Toronto has grown into one of Canada's most beloved pizza delivery brands, with over 200 locations nationwide. Despite our growth, we remain committed to the principles that Giuseppe established: using premium ingredients, honoring traditional techniques, and treating every customer like family.
Today, Pizzaiolo combines time-honored Italian traditions with Canadian innovation, creating a unique culinary experience that bridges two cultures. Our pizzaiolos (pizza makers) are trained in authentic techniques, while our culinary team continually explores new flavors that celebrate Canada's diverse food landscape.
We stay true to traditional pizza-making methods while embracing innovation that enhances quality.
We use only premium ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers who share our commitment to excellence.
We're committed to environmentally responsible practices throughout our operations, from sourcing to delivery.
We believe in building strong relationships with the communities we serve through engagement and support.
The passionate professionals behind Pizzaiolo's commitment to excellence
CEO & Founder's Daughter
Continuing her father's legacy, Maria has led Pizzaiolo's expansion while maintaining our commitment to authenticity and quality.
Culinary Director
With a background in both Italian and Canadian cuisine, Emily leads our culinary innovation, creating pizza recipes that honor tradition while embracing local flavors.
Operations Director
James ensures that every Pizzaiolo location maintains our high standards, from kitchen protocols to delivery logistics, keeping our promise of consistent quality.
Sustainability Director
Sarah leads our environmental initiatives, from sustainable sourcing to packaging innovation, ensuring Pizzaiolo minimizes its ecological footprint.
Regional Menu Developer
Michael travels across Canada researching local flavors and ingredients to create region-specific menu items that celebrate Canada's diverse culinary landscape.
First Pizzaiolo restaurant opens in downtown Toronto, featuring traditional recipes brought from Italy by founder Giuseppe Russo.
After years of perfecting our recipes and building a loyal customer base, Pizzaiolo opens three additional locations in the Greater Toronto Area.
Pizzaiolo begins franchising operations, carefully selecting partners who share our commitment to authentic quality.
Pizzaiolo expands nationally, opening our first locations in Vancouver and Halifax, adapting our menu to incorporate regional specialties.
We launch our comprehensive sustainability initiative, committing to environmentally responsible practices throughout our operations.
With over 200 locations across Canada, Pizzaiolo continues to blend Italian tradition with Canadian innovation, setting the standard for premium pizza delivery.
Whether you're interested in franchising opportunities, career options, or simply want to learn more about our story, we'd love to hear from you.