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Toppers Rolls Out First-Ever Catering Menu Nationwide

Denise Greer — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:01:56 +0000

From bold bundles to quick lunch combos, the new offering makes it easy to feed any crowd

WHITEWATER, Wis. (Aug. 27, 2025) – Toppers Pizza is debuting its catering menu nationwide, making it easier for fans to enjoy their favorite fresh, customizable pizzas, famous Topperstix and crave-worthy sides at gatherings of any size.

Whether it’s a business meeting, a family reunion or a late-night birthday bash, Toppers Catering delivers bold flavor and variety to any event, and is available with just 90 minutes’ notice.

The catering lineup was developed by Chef Brian Brindza, Director of Culinary and Menu Innovation, who continues to evolve Toppers beyond the standard slice, including expanding the brand’s vegetarian and vegan offerings. From large bundle packages to shareable platters of cheesy Topperstix and crispy wings, Toppers’ new catering service delivers big flavor with speed and reliability.

What’s on the catering menu:

Bundles — The easiest way to feed a group with a balanced mix of pizzas and sides, customizable to fit your flavor needs
- Small Party Bundle: Feeds 10 to 12 adults with 4 large pizzas, Triple ’Stix, a large salad and a large side
- Medium Party Bundle: Feeds 16 to 18 adults with 4 large pizzas, 2 Triple ’Stix, 2 large sides and a large salad
- Large Party Bundle: Feeds 22 to 24 adults with 5 large pizzas, 2 Triple ’Stix, 3 large sides and 2 large salads
Pizza Party Bundle — Perfect for groups that just want the good stuff.
- Little Party: Feeds 14–16 adults. Perfect for the pizza purist who wants a solid base to build on. Includes 5 large pizzas.
- Big Party: Your go-to move for bigger events. Comes with 10 large pizzas, providing the essentials to satisfy a large crowd.
- Mega Party: Same as a Big Party, but made for the boldest hosts. 15 large pizzas – just add sides, ‘Stix or salads to level it up.
Lunch — Individual meals made easy for offices and other self-service events
- Pick 2 & Beverage: A small pizza, your choice of a side or salad, and a drink
- Lil’ Lunch: A small pizza and a drink
A La Carte — Build your own spread with pizzas, wings, Topperstix, salads, desserts and more
- Sides: Add Salad, Topperstix, wings or mac
- Beverages: Individual bottles or bundles
- Desserts: Cinnamonstix, Killer Brownies or frozen custard
- Dippin Sauce: Bold dips to go with every bite

Chef Brindza, a passionate product innovator, has spent his career focusing on culinary product development, creative food innovation and food marketing across the hospitality and consumer packaged goods industries. With his experience in culinary creativity, he has long recognized the value of introducing catering as an extension of Toppers’ dining experience.

“We’re always looking for ways to bring our bold flavors to more people, and catering opens the door for us to be part of even more celebrations and gatherings,” said Chef Brindza “We’ve made the menu simple to order, easy to customize and perfect for sharing—whether you’re feeding a small team or a large crowd.”

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Toppers Pizza offers more than a million combinations of high-quality toppings. Guests can order through toppers.com, the Toppers Pizza app or by calling a participating location. The brand’s commitment to fresh, handmade products means catering guests can expect the same quality and variety they’ve come to love in-store or via delivery. Fans also flock to the brand’s signature Topperstix, zesty wing flavors and indulgent desserts.

For more information on Toppers catering or to place an order, visit toppers.com/catering.

ABOUT TOPPERS PIZZA

Founded in 1991 as an alternative to big-box pizza, Toppers is built on a bold attitude with the product to back it up. Headquartered in Whitewater, Wisconsin, 70+ Toppers locations are on a mission to redefine what customers should expect from QSR pizza. The menu features unique flavors, bold recipes, crave-worthy Topperstix, signature wings, specialty desserts and a growing selection of offerings for a diverse lifestyle. By consistently giving customers what they want, Toppers has forged an untapped space in the pizza industry and is thriving in a digital-first, post-pandemic world. World-class technology ranking among the top QSR pizza concepts, consistent menu innovation, a powerfully focused digital media strategy and Gen Z-centric social media channels drive 75%+ of sales online for the brand. With franchisees achieving a $1,000,000+ average unit volume across the entire system, Toppers Pizza is primed for major growth and is looking for like-minded franchisees to join its system. For more inform

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Toppers Pizza to Debut Signature Flavor and Bold Energy in Little Apple

Denise Greer — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 15:14:15 +0000

Popular pizza concept to expand Kansas footprint with fourth Kansas location, offering a week-long deal

MANHATTAN, Kan. (June 24, 2025) – Toppers Pizza, the Wisconsin-based pizza chain known for its creative toppings, baked-to-order Topperstix and hours that go way past bedtime, is crashing the college-town food scene on June 30 with a new spot at 1321 Anderson Ave. in Manhattan.

Located near Kansas State University and in the historic Aggieville district, Toppers is celebrating its Kansas expansion with a limited-time promotion from June 30 to July 13: Buy any pizza at regular price and receive a second pizza of equal or lesser value for free.

This marks Toppers’ fourth Kansas location and its latest move in a fast-growing footprint across the Midwest. The Manhattan store is operated by a powerhouse franchise group with multiple successful Toppers locations across Kansas and Wisconsin. Partners Mac Malchow, Karl Malchow, Steve Larson, Adam Oldenburg and Matt Martin are no strangers to delivering big flavor and even bigger energy to college towns.

“Every time we open a new Toppers, we’re not just launching a pizza shop — we’re creating new lifelong fans with killer food and stellar service,” said Mac Malchow, vice president of marketing and development for Toppers Pizza. “Manhattan is exactly the type of community we love being a part of. Fun college campus and nightlife, combined with an awesome year-round local culture. Whether it’s late-night, Friday dinner, or Tuesday lunch, we’re here to feed cravings and be the go-to destination for fast, fresh, fully loaded pizza.”

Toppers Pizza in Manhattan will be open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 3 a.m., so fans can get their favorite pizza for a late breakfast, lunch, dinner or a midnight snack.

Headquartered in Wisconsin, Toppers Pizza is known for its fresh, handmade and customizable pizzas delivered extremely fast, with more than a million combinations of fresh, high-quality toppings. Fans also flock to the brand’s signature Topperstix, bold wing flavors, and indulgent desserts.

For more information on Toppers franchising or to order online for delivery or pickup, visit toppers.com or check out the app.

ABOUT TOPPERS PIZZA

Founded in 1991 as an alternative to big-box pizza, Toppers is built on a bold attitude with the product to back it up. Headquartered in Whitewater, Wis., 70+ Toppers locations are on a mission to redefine what customers should expect from QSR pizza. The menu features unique flavors, bold recipes, crave-worthy Topperstix, signature wings, specialty desserts and a growing selection of offerings for a diverse lifestyle. By consistently giving customers what they want, Toppers has forged an untapped space in the pizza industry and is thriving in a digital-first, post-pandemic world. World-class technology ranking among the top QSR pizza concepts, consistent menu innovation, a powerfully focused digital media strategy and Gen Z-centric social media channels drive 75%+ of sales online for the brand. With franchisees achieving a $1,000,000+ average unit volume across the entire system, Toppers Pizza is primed for major growth and is looking for like-minded franchisees to join its system. For more information, visit toppers.com/franch

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Concord’s Pizza Game Gets Stronger: Toppers Pizza Arrives with Bold Flavors

Denise Greer — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 19:24:24 +0000

Greater Charlotte Metro gets a fifth helping of crave-worthy pizza

CONCORD, N.C. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Toppers Pizza, renowned for its unique menu items like Topperstix, adventurous toppings, wings and desserts, is marching into Concord with the opening of its newest location at 1225 Concord Parkway North on Dec. 12.

This marks Toppers Pizza’s fifth location in the greater Charlotte Metro area and its 71st nationally, highlighting the growing demand for the beloved Midwestern brand. The location is part of a nine-store expansion in the state that is seeing the brand expand with three new franchisees to open new locations in North Carolina, including Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, and Durham.

The franchisee for the latest location is Ruzlan Quevedo Gonzalez of Pizza QSA LLC. Born in Cuba and later becoming an American citizen, Ruzlan is Toppers’ first Latino franchisee.

To celebrate joining the Concord community, Toppers is offering several pre- and post-opening rewards and exclusive deals. In addition to $7.99 large 1-topping or triple Topperstix, customers can enjoy:

Secure a Free Scratch-Off Ticket (Dec. 12)

The first 500 carryout or pickup customers starting on Dec. 12 will receive a scratch-off ticket for a chance to win FREE food for a year – 50 lucky winners will take home this exciting prize but everyone wins something!

12 Days of Toppers (Dec.12 – 23)

Pizza lovers can take home a $5.99 Large House Pizza with the purchase of any Triple ‘Stix’ at regular price.

Free Large Pizza Reward (Dec. 26 – Jan. 2)

Those who spend $20 in the Toppers Pizza app receive a free large pizza added to their account on Jan. 3.

Free Triple Topperstix Reward (Jan. 6 – 12)

Spending $15 in the app earns customers a free Triple Original Topperstix, added to their loyalty account on Jan. 13.

“Opening our fifth location in Charlotte is a significant milestone,” said Mac Malchow, Vice President of Development for Toppers Pizza. “We’re eager to serve the people of Concord and provide a space where friends and families can enjoy vivid flavors and great food. It’s a privilege to bring Toppers to this community and be part of its growth and energy.

The new Concord location operates Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to midnight and Friday through Saturday from 10:30 to 2 a.m., inviting everyone to feast on cheesy goodness into the late hours.

As Toppers Pizza continues to grow, the brand remains focused on delivering exceptional value to its guests and franchisees. For more information about franchise opportunities and the latest updates, visit Toppers.com.

About Toppers Pizza

Founded in 1991 as an alternative to big-box pizza, Toppers is built on a bold attitude with the product to back it up. Headquartered in Whitewater, Wis., 70 Toppers locations are on a mission to redefine what customers should expect from QSR pizza. The menu features unique flavors, bold recipes, crave-worthy Topperstix, signature wings, specialty desserts and a growing selection of offerings for a diverse lifestyle. By consistently giving customers what they want, Toppers has forged an untapped space in the pizza industry and is thriving in a digital-first, post-pandemic world. World-class technology ranking among the top QSR pizza concepts, consistent menu innovation, a powerfully focused digital media strategy and Gen Z-centric social media channels drive 75%+ of sales online for the brand. With franchisees achieving a $1,100,000+ average unit volume across the entire system, Toppers Pizza is primed for major growth and is looking for like-minded franchisees to join its system. For more information, visit Toppers.com/Franchise and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

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Toppers Pizza CEO Adam Oldenburg Celebrates First Year at the Helm with Major Growth and Franchisee Success

Denise Greer — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:47:59 +0000

Beloved pizza company prepares to accelerate expansion under his leadership

Adam Oldenburg completes his first year as CEO of Toppers Pizza. Photo provided by Toppers Pizza.

WHITEWATER, Wis. (July, 2024) – As Adam Oldenburg completes his first year as CEO of Toppers Pizza, the brand has seen significant achievements and a visionary shift towards empowering franchisees. Oldenburg, who took the helm last May following the 30-year leadership tenure of founder Scott Gittrich, has led Toppers through an exhilarating phase of growth and transformation.

The 39-year-old started working for Toppers 18 years ago as a delivery driver. In his early 20s, the future CEO had big plans to run the company someday. Now that he is in the top position, he remains laser-focused on growing the franchisee network, menu innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology and marketing – all to support current and future franchisees. In addition to his role as CEO, Oldenburg also owns six Toppers franchises himself.

Among Oldenburg’s most successful initiatives thus far is the re-franchising of company-owned locations. In a strategic move to enhance the brand’s success while fostering growth from within, Toppers Pizza re-franchised 11 stores, all of which transferred to existing Franchisees or current internal operators. This has created unique ownership opportunities for dedicated team members who have grown within the Toppers family – in keeping with the CEO’s personal history.

Another franchisee who started within the Toppers system is Chester Ison who, along with his investment partner, Marcus Tincher, purchased 4 existing stores and signed a franchise agreement to open a new unit in Beloit, WI. Ison previously won the Toppers Spirit Award and was recently honored with the President’s Award at the 2024 Toppers Annual Convention.

Under Oldenburg’s leadership, Toppers Pizza aims to expand to 100 stores by 2026 and 500 units within the next decade. Toppers currently has 70 stores in 11 states, primarily in the Midwest. The re-franchising strategy aligns with these goals, ensuring that the brand’s efforts are concentrated on supporting and expanding its franchisee network.

Other areas where Toppers plans to bolster the profitability and success of its franchisees include:

Supply Chain Efficiency – By leveraging shared services, the brand is able to reduce costs and boost sales.
Technology Integration – Oldenburg aims to improve the guest experience through the use of advanced technology that streamlines operations, improves accuracy and cuts down on wait times.
Financial Support – Reducing costs for franchisees by refinancing and negotiating systemwide vendor contracts will set each store up for success.
Menu Innovation – With a high frequency of rolling out popular new products tied to unique promotional strategies, Toppers has been able to increase profits and margins on these new items.
Customer Data – Since Oldenburg has taken the reigns, Toppers has started utilizing both qualitative and quantitative customer data with great success.

As the delivery business continues to evolve in the post-COVID economy, Oldenburg has shifted the brand’s focus to increasing carryout business. This has allowed Toppers to provide price-point value to consumers during a challenging inflationary period. By adapting to changing consumer behaviors and focusing on value and convenience, Toppers has experienced a notable increase in carryout orders due to new promotions and other marketing initiatives.

“My vision for Toppers is to build a brand that our team members and franchisees are proud of, and our guests are loyal to,” said Oldenburg. “Our focus on providing the best franchise support system in the pizza space is absolutely foundational to achieving our long-term growth goals.”

As Toppers Pizza continues to evolve under Oldenburg’s leadership, the brand remains focused on delivering exceptional value to its guests and franchisees. For more information about franchise opportunities and the latest updates, visit www.toppers.com.

ABOUT TOPPERS PIZZA

Founded in 1991 as an alternative to big-box pizza, Toppers is built on a bold attitude with the product to back it up. Headquartered in Whitewater, Wis., 70 Toppers locations are on a mission to redefine what customers should expect from QSR pizza. The menu features unique flavors, bold recipes, crave-worthy Topperstix, signature wings, specialty desserts and a growing selection of offerings for a diverse lifestyle. By consistently giving customers what they want, Toppers has forged an untapped space in the pizza industry and is thriving in a digital-first, post-pandemic world. World-class technology ranking among the top QSR pizza concepts, consistent menu innovation, a powerfully focused digital media strategy and Gen Z-centric social media channels drive 75%+ of sales online for the brand. With franchisees achieving a $1,100,000+ average unit volume across the entire system, Toppers Pizza is primed for major growth and is looking for like-minded franchisees to join its system. For more information, visit toppers.com/franchise and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

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Toppers Pizza Announces Partnership with Charlotte-based Family as Part of Commitment to Open Nine New Locations Statewide

Denise Greer — Tue, 21 May 2024 16:44:14 +0000

Fast-growing pizza concept reveals Castillo Family as new owners and operating partners of Charlotte, North Carolina location

WHITEWATER, Wis (May10, 2024) – Toppers Pizza has announced the Castillo family as the new operating franchisees for their first Toppers Pizza located in Charlotte. This partnership is just one of many to come as the brand plans to open nine more North Carolina locations across all franchisee groups.

The Charlotte Toppers will be operated under Carlos Sr. and his wife Lillian, their daughter Leslie and their son Carlos Jr. and wife Debbie. Carlos Sr. has owned and operated a construction business in New York for the last 22 years, but became interested in pursuing a new venture in franchising alongside his family.

The Castillos are longtime fans of Toppers Pizza and wanted to be able to plant their roots in Charlotte while laying the foundation for something that future generations in their family could be a part of.

“We’re not only excited to be first-time franchisees, but also thrilled to be part of a company that we are personally fans of and while bringing our family closer together,” said Carlos. “For us, it’s not just about serving good food, but cultivating the perfect guest experience that my family and I cherished as customers ourselves. Our goal is to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors feels that same satisfaction.”

Carlos Jr. has an extensive history of working in hospitality, having held positions that range from hotel bartender to serving as a manager at Papa John’s and Hungry Howies. His wife Debbie also brings a hospitality background into the picture with both practical experience in food service and a degree in baking.

In just over half a year’s time, Toppers Pizza has committed to partnering with three new franchisees to open nine new locations in North Carolina, including in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, and Durham.

ABOUT TOPPERS PIZZA

Founded in 1991 as an alternative to big-box pizza, Toppers is built on a bold attitude with the product to back it up. Headquartered in Whitewater, Wis., 70+ Toppers locations are on a mission to redefine what customers should expect from QSR pizza. The menu features unique flavors, bold recipes, crave-worthy Topperstix, signature wings, specialty desserts and a growing selection of offerings for a diverse lifestyle. By consistently giving customers what they want, Toppers has forged an untapped space in the pizza industry and is thriving in a digital-first, post-pandemic world. World-class technology ranking among the top QSR pizza concepts, consistent menu innovation, a powerfully focused digital media strategy and Gen Z-centric social media channels drive 75%+ of sales online for the brand. With franchisees achieving a $1,100,000+ average unit volume across the entire system, Toppers Pizza is primed for major growth and is looking for like-minded franchisees to join its system. For more information, visit toppers.com/franchise and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.

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