Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Award-Winning Pizza & Deli in Duluth, MN
Since 1954, Sammy's Pizza has been crafting award-winning pizzas using time-honored recipes passed down through four generations of family ownership. Our commitment to quality begins with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including secret-recipe dough, house-made sauce, and premium mozzarella cheese. Each location maintains the tradition of hand-cutting crisp crusts to perfection while innovating with modern twists like gluten-friendly cauliflower crust options. Recognized by PMQ Pizza Magazine's Pizza Hall of Fame and Minnesota Monthly's Pizza Bracket Challenge, we serve communities across 15 locations while preserving Grandpa Sam's original vision.Our menu extends beyond pizza to include broasted chicken, gourmet salads, and catering services for special events. With over 69 years of continuous operation and 25 million pizzas served, we combine generational expertise with contemporary dining options including takeout, delivery, and frozen pizza retail. Our fourth-generation team personally oversees daily operations, ensuring every customer experiences the same quality that earned us Minnesota's Best Pizza distinction.
Services
Pizza Delivery
Catering Services
Frozen Pizzas
Broasted Chicken
Gourmet Salads
Appetizers
Sandwiches
Calzones
Event Catering
Gift Cards
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1954 with fourth-generation pizza makers
- Award-winning recipes developed over 69 years of continuous operation
- Uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients in all menu items
- Recognized by PMQ Pizza Magazine's Pizza Hall of Fame
- Offers catering services for events of all sizes
What people say
Award-winning recipes
Fresh ingredients
Family tradition
Great service
Generous portions
Services
Pizza Delivery
Our pizza delivery service offers hand-crafted pizzas made with secret-recipe dough and house-made sauce. Available in multiple sizes with over 20 toppings, including specialty options like the Crew Special and Chicken Alfredo. Gluten-friendly and cauliflower crusts available for select pizzas.
Catering Services
Catering services provide family-style meals for events of all sizes. Menu includes large-format pizzas, broasted chicken, salads, and appetizers. Available for delivery to hotels, offices, and event venues with advance ordering through our dedicated catering hotline.
Frozen Pizzas
Frozen pizza selection features the same award-winning recipes as our restaurants. Available in 12" sizes with classic toppings like pepperoni and sausage. Custom orders available with 24-hour notice through in-store or phone purchases.
Broasted Chicken
Broasted chicken dinners served with potato wedges, coleslaw, and homemade rolls. Available in portions from two-piece to twenty-piece meals. Chicken-only options and individual pieces available for custom orders.
Gourmet Salads
Gourmet salad menu includes classic Caesar, garden salads, and specialty options like the Chicken Club and Greek Salad. All salads feature fresh ingredients with dressing choices. Add grilled or crispy chicken for additional protein.
People
Mike Acheson
Owner/Operator
Fourth-generation pizza maker who purchased the Lakeside location in 2019. With 17 years of experience working alongside his brother at the original restaurant, Mike now manages daily operations across multiple locations while maintaining family recipes.
Michael Acheson
Operations Manager
Second-generation pizza professional with eight years of restaurant management experience. Works alongside his father Mike to maintain quality standards across locations while implementing modern operational improvements that enhance customer experience.
Questions
What makes Sammy's Pizza unique?
Our secret-recipe dough and sauce developed over 69 years, fourth-generation family ownership, and commitment to fresh ingredients create our distinctive quality.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide catering for events of all sizes with family-style meals including pizzas, broasted chicken, and salads. Call 218-525-6604 for details.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 12-9 PM, Saturday-Sunday 4-9 PM. Closed Tuesdays. Catering orders require advance notice through our dedicated hotline.
Are gluten-free options available?
We offer gluten-friendly crust options on 12" and 14" pizzas. Note these are prepared in a non-dedicated gluten-free environment.
How can I order frozen pizzas?
Frozen pizzas are available for purchase in-store or through custom orders with 24-hour notice. We offer various classic toppings in 12" sizes.
What awards have you received?
Inducted into PMQ Pizza Magazine's Pizza Hall of Fame in 2015 and voted Minnesota's Best Pizza in 2018 by Minnesota Monthly Magazine.
