Pizza chain opening locations in 92 Walmart stores

BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Texas-based pizza chain Mr Gatti’s Pizza announced Thursday its plans to team up with Walmart and have new locations in 92 stores in the coming years.

Mr Gatti’s Pizza said in a news release it plans to open a dozen restaurants in Walmart stores in northern Texas and southern Oklahoma by the end of 2024.

“Driven by the retailer’s focus on value and quality, Walmart approached us about a partnership because it recognized Mr Gatti’s as a regional favorite with a 55-year legacy of delivering exceptional taste and experiences to our customers,” Mr Gatti’s Pizza CEO Jim Phillips said in the release.

Mr Gatti’s Pizza says it plans to have locations in four states, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana and Kentucky but hopes to expand to more states in the future.

“This strategic expansion brings Mr Gatti’s network to more than 230 locations open or in development, effectively doubling the legacy brand’s national footprint and introducing it to new cities and communities,” the release said.

Currently, Mr Gatti’s Pizza has locations in eight states with 46 in Texas, 13 in Kentucky, eight in Louisiana, three in Indiana, and two in Alabama and Tennessee.

The pizza chain says the Walmart locations will feature a new design and offer pizzas, wings, salads, sandwiches and more. The locations will also offer delivery services to the surrounding communities.

“This collaboration not only aligns with our commitment to offering diverse and high-quality options but also supports our goal of creating a one-stop destination for all our customers’ needs. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this partnership will have on our communities,” Walmart Senior Manager of Business Development Amy White said.

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