LaRosa's Pizza
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LaRosa's Pizza is a restaurant chain local to the greater Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio areas, as well as Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana. Founded by Donald "Buddy" LaRosa along with fellow workers Sal and Ralph in 1954, the family and franchise partners now operate over 58 locations., the original location (now remodeled) being on the west side of Cincinnati (Boudinot Ave.). The company has annual sales approaching $100 million.
LaRosa's signature pizza is a thin crust variety made with a distinctive thick, sweet, sauce and topped with provolone cheese. LaRosa's sauce can be purchased at many Cincinnati grocery stores and is available on-line.
In the early-1990s, LaRosa's invested heavily in the implementation and marketing of a single phone number distribution center for delivery orders. It's phone number, 347-1111 is prominently featured in advertising. LaRosa's is very popular in the area, exceeding Snappy Tomato Pizza, Pizza Hut and Papa John's in market share. The LaRosa family has been very active in sponsoring local youth sports programs.