Popular Pizza Chain Sold During 80th Anniversary

A popular pizza chain is being sold the same year as it hits its 80th anniversary as a business. It's always sad to see a beloved restaurant change ownership, but that's even more the case when it's a restaurant that's been around for decades.

So, it's certainly bittersweet to see this pizza chain sold, but at least it will continue its legacy under new ownership and remain one of the many pizza options out there.

Detroit-Style Pizza Chain Officially Sold

Buddy's Pizza, which has been a favorite for Detroit-style pies since 1946, has been bought out by a Detroit-based group. Saber Ammori, Andrew Dickow and Kevin Denha are the new owners, and they say that they grew up with Buddy's Detroit-style pizza and see it as a focal point of the area.

"For us, this is deeply personal," Dickow said in a statement. "I still remember walking to Buddy's as a kid and grabbing a slice. The crust had that unmistakable crunch, the pizza felt premium in a way nothing else did, and it was the highlight of my day." He continued, "Buddy's has always been more than a meal. It is a part of Detroit's fabric, and for a lot of us, it is tied to family, tradition, and memory."

On top of Ammori, Dickow and Denha, other Detroit-based entrepreneurs are part of the investment group.

"We take immense pride in the team members who have built and sustained Buddy’s for generations," Ammori added. "Our goal is not to change what makes Buddy's special, but to reinforce it."

He continued, "That starts with our employees, our commitment to authentic Detroit-style pizza, and delivering the level of customer service that our guests have come to expect from a brand with this kind of heritage."

New Pizza Venture is a 'Meaningful Opportunity'

Dickow also chimed in, stating that the new owners "see a meaningful opportunity to thoughtfully grow our frozen pizza offering so customers across the country can enjoy the same product experience that has made Buddy's a Detroit staple for nearly 80 years."

Buddy's Pizza is a longtime pizza brand based in Detroit. When it comes to what makes a pizza Detroit-style, Buddy’s states it's "the same things that made Detroit – a little bit of ingenuity, some stubborn spirit and a whole lot of hear." They continue, "It's what sparked an original idea back in 1946 to take a steel auto pan, create something new and make Buddy’s the birthplace of Detroit-style Pizza."