At Pizza Ranch, we’re not just a family favorite – we’re an industry leader, and experts agree. In a January 2020 survey, Pizza Ranch is ranked #170 on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 ranking. In its 41st year, Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 is the world’s first, best, and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Companies honored are recognized … Read more
Ten years ago, Bjorn Kaashagen and his family were camping and, on a whim, decided to visit a Pizza Ranch franchise. They fell in love with the food and speedy service. But ever the businessman, Kaashagen saw more than just delicious pizza and chicken. He saw opportunity. With a background in accounting and construction, Kaashagen … Read more
At Pizza Ranch, we are on the move and ready to accelerate our expansion in Missouri! Currently, Pizza Ranch has 210 restaurants in 14 states and now, we are ready to expand beyond our Midwestern roots into new regions. At our DISCOVER PIZZA RANCH event, you will learn more about our successful brand, our history, and the … Read more
As Pizza Ranch’s popularity continues to expand across the United States, so does interest in the franchise opportunity from first-time and seasoned Franchise Owners alike. So much so, in fact, that our latest “Discover Pizza Ranch” event—held in Conway, Arkansas this fall—proved so successful, we’ve decided to continue the tour with additional events in other … Read more
Did Kirk Cousins return to the Midwest to play for the Minnesota Vikings, or so he could be closer to his beloved Pizza Ranch? We can’t say for sure, but the pro football player and recently named Pizza Ranch spokesperson has been a longtime fan of the legendary buffet. Cousins grew up dining at America’s … Read more
At Pizza Ranch, we are on the move and ready to accelerate our expansion in Arkansas. Currently, Pizza Ranch has 210 restaurants in 14 states, and now we are ready to expand beyond our Midwestern roots into new regions. At our DISCOVER PIZZA RANCH event, you will learn more about our successful brand, our history, … Read more
Ask Todd Pharis how he’s held the top franchise spot with America’s Favorite Pizza Chain for over a decade, and he’ll boil it down to one word: People. The University of South Dakota Coyote Sports Hall of Famer would know. In fact, it was an old teammate from college football who introduced Pharis to the … Read more
On the surface, it’s simple: When a business supports its community, the community will support the business. But the benefits of giving back go far beyond the drive for guest loyalty. And while philanthropy is positive for any brand, the most successful businesses know a solid reputation is the result of—and not the reason for—doing … Read more
Everybody knows that a Pizza Ranch franchise is a great meeting place for groups, both big and small. So, when we hosted over 1,000 people and their families from more than 200 Pizza Ranch restaurants for our conference this June, it was heralded as a great experience for all—getting the highest ratings from attendees in … Read more
One of the many important benefits to joining a franchise system is the ability to market to a larger audience in a medium that no single Franchise Owner could afford on their own. Take for example the Major League Baseball television campaign running during this year’s season. Pizza Ranch’s 2019 campaign covers five regional sports … Read more