Our Story

About Pizza factory

The pizza factory crafted with passion in the heart of Occoquan, Virginia — serving handmade pies since day one.

Pizza factory restaurant interior in Occoquan Virginia
10+ Years of Crafting

The pizza factory Story

Pizza factory was born from a single, unwavering belief: that great pizza starts with great ingredients and even greater care. Our founders set up shop in the historic Occoquan District of Virginia, determined to build a pizzafactory experience unlike any other in the United States.

From day one, every dough ball was hand-stretched, every sauce was simmered from scratch, and every topping was sourced with purpose. What began as a neighborhood spot quickly became a destination — drawing pizza lovers from across Virginia and beyond.

Today, the pizaa factory legacy lives on through the same recipes, the same commitment to quality, and a team that treats every order like it's the most important one of the day.

10+ Years Open
50K+ Pizzas Made
4.8 Avg Rating

Our Mission

Every slice we serve carries a promise — to deliver the best pizza factory experience with integrity, creativity, and care.

Fresh Ingredients

We partner with local suppliers and trusted farms to ensure every ingredient meets our strict quality standards — delivered fresh daily.

Handcrafted Every Time

No shortcuts. Every pizza is hand-stretched, hand-sauced, and baked to perfection in our high-heat ovens — just the way it should be.

Community First

We are rooted in Occoquan and proud of it. We give back, hire locally, and believe a great pizzafactory strengthens the community around it.

Sustainable Practices

From compostable packaging to minimizing food waste, we are committed to running a responsible kitchen that respects the environment.

Pizza factory kitchen team handcrafting fresh pizzas

Our Core Values

The principles that guide every decision at Pizza factory — from the kitchen to the counter.

Uncompromising Quality

We never cut corners. Every pizza that leaves our kitchen meets the highest standard — because our guests deserve nothing less.

Genuine Hospitality

We treat every guest like family. Warm, welcoming, and always ready to make your visit to the pizza factory memorable.

Constant Innovation

We honor tradition while embracing creativity. Seasonal specials, new flavor profiles, and bold ideas keep our menu fresh and exciting.

Honest Transparency

Clear pricing, real ingredients, no hidden surprises. We believe you deserve to know exactly what goes into your food.

A Decade of Delicious History

From a small idea to a beloved pizza factory landmark — here's how Pizza factory grew.

2014

The First Oven Fires Up

Pizza factory opens its doors at 313 Mill St in Occoquan, Virginia. Our founders serve their first handcrafted pies to a curious and hungry neighborhood crowd.

2016

Dine-In Expansion

Demand grows rapidly. We expand our dining room and launch a full sit-down experience, welcoming families and pizza lovers for a proper pizzafactory dining atmosphere.

2018

Regional Recognition

Pizza factory is named one of Virginia's top pizza destinations by local food publications. Our signature crust recipe becomes a closely guarded secret.

2020

Delivery & Online Ordering Launch

We adapt and grow — launching full delivery service and online ordering so our community can enjoy authentic pizza factory quality from home.

2022

Catering & Events

Pizza factory launches a dedicated catering program, bringing fresh-baked pies to weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings across Northern Virginia.

2024

Franchise Program Opens

Proud to open the Pizza factory franchise program, sharing our recipes, values, and systems with passionate operators who want to bring the pizaa factory experience to new communities.

Meet Our Team

Passionate people who pour their hearts into every pizza at Pizza factory — day in, day out.

Head Chef & Co-Founder

Marco DeLuca

With over 20 years in professional kitchens, Marco brought his family's Neapolitan pizza recipes to Occoquan and built the pizza factory around them. He oversees every recipe and trains every cook personally.

General Manager

Sofia Reyes

Sofia keeps the entire pizzafactory operation running smoothly. From staffing to supplier relationships, she ensures every guest experience lives up to the Pizza factory standard from the moment you walk in.

Dough Master

James Park

James is the quiet genius behind our legendary crust. He ferments, folds, and stretches every batch with meticulous care, ensuring the foundation of every pizza factory pie is perfectly airy and crisp.

Catering Manager

Amanda Torres

Amanda leads our growing catering division, coordinating events of all sizes across Northern Virginia. She ensures that every off-site pizza factory experience is as seamless and delicious as dining in-store.

What Our Community Says

Real feedback from real pizza factory fans across Virginia and beyond.

"Ordered for our whole office from Pizza factory and everyone was blown away. Fast delivery, piping hot, and the flavors were absolutely incredible. We're ordering every Friday now."

Photo of David K., corporate customer at Pizza factory
David K.
Woodbridge, Virginia

"The pizzafactory team catered our daughter's wedding and it was the talk of the night. Professional, warm, and delicious — they even customized a special pie just for us. 10 out of 10."

Photo of Linda F., wedding catering client at Pizza factory
Linda F.
Manassas, Virginia

Order From Pizza factory Today

Experience the pizza factory difference for yourself — fresh dough, real ingredients, handcrafted with care. Order now for pickup or delivery.