Mountain Mike’s Pizza Ranks #7 on Yelp’s Most Loved Restaurant Chains of 2025, Fueled by Explosive Growth. 

Irvine, Calif., December 15, 2025 – In a culinary landscape often dominated by fast-casual giants and fleeting food trends, one name keeps rising through the ranks, proving that sometimes, simple quality truly wins.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, the family-style pizza chain known for its legendary crispy, curly pepperonis, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas, and dough made fresh daily, has once again been lauded by ratings powerhouse Yelp.

This isn’t just another nod; the brand was ranked #7 among U.S. restaurant chains and #9 overall on Yelp’s Most Loved Brands of 2025 list.

The accolade isn’t just a pat on the back. It solidifies Mountain Mike’s position as a brand that has genuinely cultivated loyalty and affection among its customers. Based on customer ratings and reviews from businesses with over 150 locations and at least 500 total reviews, this “Most Loved” title is a testament to consistent performance and strong guest satisfaction.

Coming on the heels of their debut at #6 on Yelp’s Top 25 Pizza Chains in America list, it seems Mountain Mike’s is hitting all the right notes with “Pizza the Way It Oughta Be®.”

“We are immensely grateful for the tremendous loyalty and passion from our guests, since exceptional hospitality and quality guide everything we do,” commented Carol DeNembo, Chief Marketing Officer of Mountain Mike’s Pizza. She rightfully credits the dedicated franchise partners and team members for bringing that vision to life. But beyond the Yelp love, the brand’s momentum is undeniable, marked by an array of other important industry honors and a truly steep growth trajectory.

This isn’t a flash in the pan. Mountain Mike’s has grown exponentially since 2017 while, by all accounts, staying true to its roots. The company climbed to #89 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list—their third consecutive year in the Top 100—and snagged #4 in the highly competitive pizza category.

Franchise Times honored them with a coveted Zor Award for “Top Sit-Down Pizza,” and their Heart-Shaped Pizza promotion even earned them a Franchise Innovation Award for “Best PR Campaign.” Pizza Marketplace named them “Brand of the Year,” and their CEO, Jim Metevier, among the top executives shaping the industry.

When a brand racks up this many accolades, it’s hard to dismiss it as mere coincidence.

The numbers further illustrate this significant momentum. Mountain Mike’s kicked off 2025 strong, celebrating the opening of its 300th restaurant. By Q4, they’d added eight new locations, debuting in new territories across Texas, Washington, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma. Year-to-date, the company opened a record 23 restaurants—the most in a single year.

With over 320 restaurants now operating across 11 states and an additional 120+ locations under development across 15 states, the brand is clearly not slowing down.

So, for those who appreciate their pizza with crispy, curly pepperonis and a side of consistent quality, Mountain Mike’s seems to be hitting a sweet spot. They’re expanding rapidly, collecting awards, and, most importantly, earning the “love” of their customers.

For new franchise partners looking to diversify their portfolios with a popular family pizza concept, this kind of verified customer enthusiasm makes a compelling case. The question isn’t if they’ll continue to grow, but how much bigger can “America’s Most Loved” pizza get?

Source: Mountain Mike’s Pizza