Donatos Pizza opens first Houston-area location in Humble
The Ohio-based chain brings its thin-crust, edge-to-edge pizzas to Woodland Hills Drive, marking its entry into the local market.
By Andrew Kovalenko ·
Donatos Pizza will open its first store in the Houston area on Saturday, November 14.
The location will operate at 15906 Woodland Hills Drive in Humble. Founded in 1963 by Jim Grote, the Ohio-based chain currently runs more than 170 locations across the United States. The brand is also present in sports stadiums and select Red Robin restaurants.
The menu centers on thin, crispy crust pizzas with toppings applied to the edges. Options include veggie, four cheese, and pepperoni with hot honey. The chain also serves meatball and Italian cold cut sandwiches, salads, and wings.
Tyler Wheatley, the local franchisee, signed an agreement to open three Donatos locations in northeast Houston. Wheatley is a University of Houston graduate who spent over 20 years in the technology industry. The chain already operates three stores in Dallas.
In a statement, Wheatley said he believes in having a purpose beyond serving food. He noted that Donatos’ commitment to supporting families and team members resonated with him. He described the edge-to-edge concept as unique and the product as outstanding.
The new store marks the chain's expansion into the Houston market. Wheatley expressed his desire to introduce the brand to local customers. The three planned northeast Houston locations will expand the chain's regional footprint.
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