Marco's to open its 1,200th store

Marco’s Pizza has reached a new expansion milestone.

The Ohio-based pizza chain will open its 1,200th store in Louisville, K.Y. on Jan. 19, the latest from the chain’s largest franchisee Hoogland Restaurant Group. The group began franchising with Marco’s in 2012, and now operates 117 Marco’s stores with hopes of opening 20 more this year.

Marco’s is on pace for continued rapid expansion, with more than 100 stores in various stages of development and more than 170 franchising agreements signed.

“This opening holds great significance for our brand as multi-unit growth guides our 2024 development strategy with nearly half of the current franchise network comprised of multi-unit operators,” said Gerardo Flores, chief development officer of Marco’s Pizza. “McLain and his team have been a tremendous franchise partner who continue to double down on their investment and expand across the country; it’s clear they see great strength and promise with Marco’s.”

“With Marco’s there’s a clear vision for growth and now is the opportune time to invest and expand,” said McLain Hoogland, president of Hoogland Restaurant Group. “As we enter this period of high growth, we will continue to lean on the support of a strong leadership team, prioritize innovation to drive results, and spotlight our superior quality that continues to rival the competition. This is a special moment for the Hoogland team as our third store was actually Marco’s 300th milestone location. Fast forward, opening the 1,200th store is an achievement that truly honors our company’s test of time and incredible growth with Marco’s.”

Founded in 1978, Marco’s operates stores in 34 states, with locations in Puerto Rico and the Bahamas.