Local pizza concept announces major expansion into North Texas

Houston-based Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen is heading into North Texas in a big way.

Founder and CEO Anthony Russo’s interest in expanding in Dallas-Fort Worth is rooted in the high growth the Metroplex is experiencing.

“There are a lot of customers from New York and New Jersey that live out there, and they miss that good calzone,” said Russo.

Over the next three years, the company plans to open 10 to 15 units. Russo will own some, while the others will be franchisee locations.

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