CHEF RUSSO'S STORY
AN ENTREPRENUER EMERGES
The son of first-generation Italian immigrants finds his passion for food.
In 1978, his father opened Russo’s Italian Restaurant, which quickly became a local favorite. Using the family recipe for hand-tossed dough, sauce made from fresh-crushed California vine-ripened tomatoes, and imported Italian cheese blends, Anthony became the sole owner and chef of his first restaurant Russo’s Pizza in the early 80s.
A few years later, he moved his pizzeria to Houston, he continued to grow his small family-style restaurant concept. For almost a decade, Anthony refined his menu using classic Italian family recipes and honed in on the perfect New York style pizza.
Meanwhile, he developed his kitchen concept to maintain a casual dining experience while having less overhead. In 1992, Russo’s New York Pizzeria opened in downtown Houston, Texas, and proved to be a model for franchising success.
Chef Russo has been recognized for his remarkably fresh food using premium ingredients
CHEF RUSSO'S COMMITMENT
Chef Anthony’s commitment to maintaining the freshest products ensures that all customers who walk through the door, experience the Russo Family promise “if it isn’t fresh, don’t serve it” is the Russo Family promise. Regardless of which Russo’s location or concept they’re visiting, receive the bona fide Russo’s experience.
