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The Story Behind our Partner

We have been family owned and operated since 1985. Originally known mainly for our fried chicken, we now feature an extensive menu which came to include pizza during our 2002 expansion. Our pizza is made on a slightly sweet crust of medium thickness and offer several different base sauces and over 20 toppings. We also utilize our Hot Rocks oven for daily baking of our sub rolls, calzones, garlic knots, and other appetizers.

Using Hot Rocks because:

With our increasing need for oven capacity and lack of room for a second set of deck ovens, seeing the Hot Rocks oven for the first time at Pizza Expo instantly piqued our interest. With Hot Rocks, we are able to offer our customers the stone hearth baked quality they are accustomed to, while operating more efficiently and without the burden of constantly minding multiple deck ovens during busy times.

Tony’s Birdland & Pizzeria is…

A family business that has become in to a neighborhood institution by welcoming our customers and employees to be part of the family as well. We are always evolving with the dynamics of the restaurant industry to offer our guests the best experience possible.

The Story Behind our Partner

Latif came to the US in 2001 to work in the restaurant industry as a dish washer and delivery guy. He met a Sicilian guy named Sal who is a true innovator, entrepreneur, and an artist, especially in making his authentic N.Y Style Pizza, which he brought with him to Middle Tennessee. Sal taught Latif everything. Latif was so inspired that he decided to open his own restaurant in 2007, he started his restaurant and it officially became Sal’s Family Pizza of Brentwood in 2010.

Using Hot Rocks because:

Our deck oven was not enough for our busy rush-hour and the pizzas were not cooking evenly because of the cold spots. I found the Hot Rocks online and I knew it was the kind of oven my business needed.

Sal’s Family Pizza of Brentwood is…

Awesome! We are busy but not overwhelmed. Everything goes smoothly, pizza is going out quickly, people like coming, and we don’t have anymore complaints about burned pizza!

The Story Behind our Partner

While Mici is family owned and operated—you’re likely to see several of our three generations every time you come in. We know that our guests are not just here for amazing food but for a warm and welcoming experience.

Using Hot Rocks because:

It offers consistency, quality and ease of use.

Mici Handcrafted Italian is…

Preserving authentic Italian food in a way that is convenient for our guests. We want them to feel happy when they come in and even happier when they leave, and we’ll bend over backwards to make sure that happens.

The Story Behind our Partner

Piecasso’s owner, Eduardo Rovetto, learned the pizza business at a young age from his parents, Quinto and Rosa, both originally from Sicily. Ed grew up working at his parents’ and uncles’ shops in upstate New York. The pizza business has always been a family tradition in the Rovetto family. There are 10 Rovetto family pizzerias on the East coast. Ed decided to bring traditional, hand-tossed, great tasting pizza to Stowe, Vermont in December of 2000.

Using Hot Rocks because:

I needed a stone deck conveyor that was consistent and that could keep up with our level of business.

Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge is…

Piecasso is famous for its local following, friendly atmosphere, and great music. Come visit us! Piecasso is perfect for people of all ages, both couples and families.  Look for Ed spinning pies behind the counter in the open-kitchen! Relax, drink a local beer, and experience the great tasting food of Piecasso.

The Story Behind our Partner

We had difficulty keeping up with demand on Friday and Saturday nights. We began to look for an oven that could bake nicely on stone but keep up with the speed and volume of our business.

Using Hot Rocks because:

It’s able to do everything I am looking for: speed, consistency, convenience and the pizzas still comes out great with that stone oven baked pizza appearance.

Chad’s Pizza is…

Chad’s Pizza has been a local favorite for many Years. We have cooked a traditional style pizza on stones for 43 years and refuse to change that process because of the attributes to the crust: crisp and browned to perfection.

The Story Behind our Partner

Started in 2009 as a local pizza pub with aviation theme reflecting World War Fighter Aces and other aviation historic figures.

Using Hot Rocks because:

Looking to increase production output since they decided to add delivery and takeout their standard deck ovens were no longer keeping up with demand.

Wild Ace Pizza & Pub…

The local neighborhood brewpub and gathering spot to get hand made pizza, pasta and wings with a family friendly atmosphere.

The Story Behind our Partner

Precursor in the pizza industry, Zesto has been baking with the Hot Rock’s ancestor, the LP-200. After 15 successful years with the stone conveyor, George decided to change for the latest technology.

Using Hot Rocks because:

Of its consistency. It cooks the pizza evenly all around.
It’s cooking time. It’s speed allows to keep up with orders.

Zesto Pizza & Grill is…

Hand tossed NY style pizza and a variety of other foods.

The Story Behind our Partner

Bat. Eat. Bowl. Play. From boutique bowling lanes to brand new batting cages and terrific food, you’re sure to have a blast!

Using Hot Rocks because:

he had a wire mesh conveyor and was looking for a quality bake.

Humdingers is…

A great place to hang out with friends and family. Lots of activities and events.

The Story Behind our Partner

Saucy Brew Works delivers beers crafted with the highest quality brewing system for optimal flavor, and a fresh twist on traditional New Haven style pizza for a truly saucy experience.

Using Hot Rocks because:

It allows our team to serve the highest quality pizza so the last bite tastes as good as the first.

Saucy Brew Works is…

A brewery serving a thin crust pizza baked directly on the stone.

The Story Behind our Partner

Small, comfy pizzeria whipping up pies with a variety of toppings, plus everyday salads & hot subs.

Using Hot Rocks because:

Of its ability to combine speed and quality of the pizza.

Romano’s Pizzeria is…

Serving stone baked italian pizza.

The Story Behind our Partner

Owned and Operated by the Ragonese Family Since 2014.

“I love the oven!”

Using Hot Rocks because:

• of the speed – is able to bake a quality pizza for large volume orders

Ragz Pizza Pelham is…

• Order out, delivery
• Offers a wide variety of menu items

The Story Behind our Partner

Piesanos is a locally owned restaurant with three convenient Gainesville locations, two Ocala locations, and their newest location in the Villages.

“This is the real deal”

Using Hot Rocks because:

• We can cook double the pizza than with the deck ovens
• Deck oven doors are opened a lot and they would loose heat and quality

Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza is…

Catering to families & business crowds