Emmy Squared Pizza Brings Its Culinary Playground to Richmond June 21

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Jun 11, 2025, 08:37 ET

Cult-favorite brand opens in Short Pump with craveable Detroit-style pizzas, elevated cocktails, and a neighborhood celebration

RICHMOND, Va., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Emmy Squared Pizza, known for its crispy-bottomed Detroit-style pizza and Brooklyn-born culinary spirit, opened its doors in Richmond on Wednesday, May 28. Located at 2225 Old Brick Rd in Glen Allen, the new restaurant invites flavor-seekers and social diners to explore a menu built for discovery, indulgence, and sharing.

A crave-worthy spread of Emmy Squared Pizza's Detroit-style pizzas, freshly baked with signature crispy edges. Emmy Squared Pizza opened May 28 in Richmond, Va., and hosts its grand opening event June 21.

Emmy Squared Pizza's award-winning Le Big Matt burger, featuring double-stacked beef patties, American cheese and special sauce. Available at the newly opened Richmond, Va., location celebrating its grand opening June 21.

To mark its debut, Emmy Squared Pizza will host a grand opening event from 12 to 2 p.m. on June 21, featuring live music from School of Rock student performers, exclusive cocktail and mocktail tastings by Spirits of Alchemy, exciting giveaways, and complimentary samples of Emmy's culinary highlights, including signature dishes like The Colony Pizza, the award-winning Le Big Matt burger, and seasonal menu favorites. Be sure to arrive early - the first 25 people in line will receive one free pizza each month for a year. Guests can also enter a raffle for additional prizes, such as free food, an Apple Watch, and an iPad.

"Richmond is the kind of city that understands flavor, craft, and community," said Troy Tracy, CEO of Emmy Squared Pizza. "Short Pump gives us the opportunity to connect with people who value bold food and good energy. We're excited to bring our signature pizzas and Brooklyn soul to the neighborhood."

Founded in Brooklyn, Emmy Squared Pizza delivers more than pizza. It crafts a full-flavor experience with small-batch dough made daily, house-made sauces and syrups, and a lineup of inventive cocktails designed to be shared. The Glen Allen location showcases the brand's signature crust and racing-stripe sauce along with its MVP burgers, waffle fries with comeback sauce, and a seasonal menu of plates that celebrate play, connection, and craft.

The opening continues Emmy Squared Pizza's momentum following new locations in Las Vegas, NV and Charlottesville, VA, and the upcoming opening of Greenwich, CT. Richmond's launch reinforces the brand's evolution from a pizza stop to a craveable, chef-curated destination for adventurous tastemakers.

To learn more, visit www.emmysquaredpizza.com.

About Emmy Squared Pizza
Emmy Squared Pizza is renowned for its gourmet Detroit-style pizzas and award-winning burgers, crafted with high-quality ingredients and a creative culinary approach. With 29 locations across the United States, Emmy Squared Pizza is dedicated to delivering memorable dining experiences that celebrate authentic flavors and innovative recipes. To find your closest restaurant visit www.emmysquaredpizza.com.

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