Marco's Pizza continues global growth
Marco’s Pizza is touting its international development – with plans for further expansion.
The Ohio-based pizza chain is celebrating two international milestones: one year since opening its first location in Mexico, and 10 years of operations in Puerto Rico.
Marco's Pizza's entrance into Mexico began in 2024 through a 50-unit master franchise agreement with Grupo Pizza Amantes SA de CV, a group of operators with decades of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Since the opening of the flagship location in the Polanco neighborhood of Mexico City, Marco’s says two additional leases have been signed, two more Letters of Intent are being processed, and Grupo Pizza Amantes SA de CV is on track to have three or four locations open in Mexico by the end of 2025.
"The excitement and traction we're seeing in Mexico is exactly what we envisioned when we entered the market," said Gerardo Flores, chief development officer at Marco's. "From day one, our partnership with Grupo Pizza Amantes has proven to be the right move. We're just getting started."
Since launching operations in 2015 under a master franchisee appointed for the Caribbean, Marco’s says it has established a deep connection with local communities across Puerto Rico. The pizza chain now operates 66 international locations across the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and Mexico, with aggressive development underway and a long-term vision for further expansion across Latin America and Canada.
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"10 years in Puerto Rico represents more than just longevity – it reflects resilience, partnership, and a commitment to quality that resonates with customers," added Flores. "This market has been a shining example of how the Marco's brand can grow in culturally diverse regions and deliver on our promise of premium, craveable pizza backed by world-class service."
Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Toledo, Marco’s operates over 1,200 stores in 35 states with locations in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas and Mexico.
