The Story Behind deweys pizza
Dewey's pizza was born out of a simple belief: great pizza starts with great ingredients. What began as a neighborhood experiment in West Chester, OH has grown into one of the region's most beloved pizza destinations — all without ever compromising on what matters most.
Our founder, Dewey, spent years perfecting the art of the handcrafted pie — sourcing local produce, milling specialty flours, and slow-fermenting dough for the perfect chew and char. Every recipe at deweys pizza is a labor of love, refined through seasons of cooking and thousands of happy customers.
Today, we're proud to serve families, friends, and pizza lovers from across the state. Whether you dine in, carry out, or order for a corporate event, the same care that went into our very first pie goes into every single one we make.
The dewey's Values
These aren't slogans — they're the principles behind every ingredient we choose and every pizza we bake.
Fresh Ingredients
We source local produce and high-quality meats every week. No frozen shortcuts, no artificial fillers — just real food cooked fresh.
Handcrafted Always
Every dough ball is hand-stretched, every sauce ladled by hand. The human touch is irreplaceable and we keep it at the center of everything.
Community First
We're proud to be a West Chester staple. We support local suppliers, sponsor community events, and treat every customer like a neighbor.
Stone Oven Passion
Our stone deck ovens run hot for a reason. That crackle, that char — it's the result of decades of craft and a passion for the perfect bake.
Our History at Dewey's Pizza
A decade and a half of growth, milestones, and ever-better pizza.
The First Oven is Lit
Dewey opens the doors to a tiny 12-seat spot on Cox Lane in West Chester, OH. Armed with one stone deck oven, a family dough recipe, and a lot of determination, dewey's pizza serves its first pies to the neighborhood.
Word Gets Out
A glowing review in a local food blog sends lines out the door every weekend. Deweys expands the dining room and hires its first full kitchen crew, doubling capacity while keeping every pie handmade.
Catering Program Launches
Responding to demand from local businesses and event planners, dewey's pizza launches its full-service catering program — bringing the stone oven experience to corporate events, weddings, and private parties across Ohio.
Regional Award Recognition
Dewey's pizza is named "Best Independent Pizza" by a regional food guide for the first time — an honor we've now earned three years running. The accolade cements our place among the best in the state.
Adapting & Serving On
During a challenging period, deweys rapidly pivots to contactless carry-out and community meal programs, providing hundreds of free pizzas to healthcare workers and families in need across West Chester Township.
Franchise Program Opens
To bring Dewey's Pizza to more communities, we launch our franchise program. Carefully vetted partners open new locations, each held to the same quality standards that made the original dewey's pizza a household name.
Meet the Dewey's Team
Great pizza doesn't make itself. Here are the passionate people who show up every day to make dewey's what it is.
Dewey Marchetti
Founder & Head ChefThe man behind the legend. Dewey has spent over two decades refining the art of the handcrafted pie, drawing on Italian traditions and a relentless drive for perfection.
Maria Santos
Dough & Pastry SpecialistMaria trained in Naples and brought old-world fermentation techniques to Dewey's kitchen. Her slow-rise dough is the backbone of every signature crust we make.
James Kowalski
Operations ManagerJames keeps everything running smoothly — from supplier relationships to front-of-house service standards. His eye for detail ensures every visit feels effortless.
Priya Nair
Catering & Events LeadPriya has coordinated hundreds of events — from intimate birthday dinners to 500-person corporate luncheons — bringing Dewey's Pizza experience everywhere she goes.
Come As You Are at Dewey's
A warm, welcoming space where great pizza and good company come together.
