WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – An Ohio-based pizza brand, with more than 1,200 locations worldwide, is expanding its footprint at a Lehigh County shopping center.
The first Lehigh Valley location of Marco’s Pizza, a fast-growing pizza brand that aims “to deliver a high-quality pizza experience” featuring dough made from scratch and three fresh signature cheeses, is set to open on Monday, Oct. 27, at 2588 MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township, according to Chris Burns, who is operating the location with his partner, Jack Praizner.
The first Lehigh Valley location of Marco’s Pizza, a fast-growing pizza brand that aims “to deliver a high-quality pizza experience” featuring dough made from scratch and three fresh signature cheeses, is set to open on Monday, Oct. 27, at 2588 MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township.
Ryan Kneller
The new location will occupy a renovated space near 2nd & Charles in the MacArthur Towne Centre.
The Whitehall location will focus on takeout and delivery orders, Praizner said. No dine-in service will be available.
Hours will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays.
To celebrate the shop’s opening, the Whitehall shop will make a donation to a local charity or nonprofit organization within its first month, Praizner said.
“We’re excited to be joining the Whitehall community,” Praizner said. “Marco’s is big on community involvement, and we believe when you’re part of a community, it’s important to give back.”
In March, Praizner announced plans to open Marco’s Pizza locations in Whitehall and Bethlehem. The Bethlehem location has not yet been nailed down, he said.
“We’re working with a realtor on a few potential sites in Bethlehem,” Praizner said.
“We want to find something that makes sense and not be too close to Whitehall where the two stores would be kind of be competing with each other. We want to serve as many folks as we can.”
By Marco’s Pizza
Praizner, a resident of Folsom, Delaware County, has more than two decades of experience in the pizza industry.
Starting his career as a 15-year-old Domino’s employee, Praizner quickly rose through the ranks to become a multi-unit franchisee, owning and operating 12 Domino’s locations before selling them in 2021.
Ready to re-enter the industry with a fresh perspective, Praizner was attracted to Marco’s for its high-quality product, modern store design and strong corporate support.
“After years in the pizza business, I knew exactly what I was looking for in my next venture: a brand with great growth potential and a product that stands out,” Praizner said.
“With his dedication to cultivating future franchisees and fortifying the market, Jack’s leadership sets the stage for Marco’s imminent growth in this dynamic region,” added Gerardo Flores, chief development officer of Marco’s Pizza, in the March release.
The first Lehigh Valley location of Marco’s Pizza, a fast-growing pizza brand that aims “to deliver a high-quality pizza experience” featuring dough made from scratch and three fresh signature cheeses, is set to open on Monday, Oct. 27, at 2588 MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township.
Ryan Kneller
Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Marco’s Pizza was founded in 1978 by Italian-born Pasquale “Pat” Giammarco.
The company has grown to include more than 1,200 stores in 35 states with additional locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas and Mexico.
Marco’s Pizza customers can enjoy build-your-own pizzas along with signature varieties such as “Hawaiian Chicken” (ham, grilled chicken, bacon, pineapple, original sauce and signature three cheeses), “Pepperoni Magnifico” (pepperoni, signature Old World Pepperoni, romesan seasoning, original sauce and signature three cheeses) and “White Cheezy” (bacon, onions, sliced tomatoes, garlic parmesan sauce and signature three cheeses, plus feta).
Other menu highlights include pizza bowls such as Deluxe (crustless pizza with pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, green peppers and onions, baked with original sauce and signature three cheeses, topped with romesan seasoning); subs such as Italiano and steak and cheese; salads such as Greek and chicken Caesar; and sides such as chicken wings and Cheezybread.
The first Lehigh Valley location of Marco’s Pizza, a fast-growing pizza brand that aims “to deliver a high-quality pizza experience” featuring dough made from scratch and three fresh signature cheeses, is set to open on Monday, Oct. 27, at 2588 MacArthur Road in Whitehall Township.
Ryan Kneller
Info: 610-686-6880; marcos.com.