Where It All Began
Pizza Ranch was born out of a simple dream: serve honest, bold pizza the way it was meant to be made — fresh dough, hand-stretched daily, topped with premium ingredients sourced from trusted local farms.
Our founder, Marcus Delano, moved to Round Lake Beach, IL with little more than a family recipe, a battered cast-iron rolling pin, and an unshakeable belief that great pizza could bring people together. He opened the first Pizza Ranch location on a rainy Tuesday in March 2004 — and sold out by noon.
Two decades later, we still make every pizza with the same love and precision. Our wood-fired ovens burn at 850°F, our sauce is a secret three-generation recipe, and our team prides itself on knowing our regulars by name.
Order NowTo craft bold, legendary pizza that brings people together — using fresh ingredients, time-honored techniques, and a whole lot of heart — one perfect pie at a time.
— Marcus Delano, Founder & Head PizzaioloOur Core Values
Every decision we make, every pizza we fire, every customer we serve — all guided by these core beliefs.
Quality Above All
We never compromise on ingredients. If it's not good enough for our family table, it's not going on your pizza.
Community Roots
We support local farmers, sponsor neighborhood events, and give back to the community that made us who we are.
Bold Innovation
We honor tradition while fearlessly experimenting with new flavors, seasonal specials, and creative combinations.
Genuine Hospitality
Every guest is treated like family. We remember names, celebrate milestones, and make every visit feel special.
Meet Our Team
Passionate, skilled, and genuinely obsessed with great food — our team is the secret ingredient in every Pizza Ranch experience.
Marcus Delano
Founder & Head Pizzaiolo20 years of dough-slinging mastery. Marcus trained in Naples, Italy and brought those secrets home to Illinois. His sourdough base is the stuff of legend.
Sofia Martinez
Executive ChefSofia oversees all menu development and seasonal specials. A Le Cordon Bleu graduate, she blends classic French technique with bold Chicago flavor.
James Okafor
Operations ManagerJames keeps everything running like a perfectly timed oven. From supply chain to shift scheduling, his organizational genius is the backbone of Pizza Ranch.
Elena Chen
Guest Experience LeadElena ensures every guest leaves with a smile bigger than their pizza. She designed our loyalty program and knows the name of nearly every regular customer.
Our Journey
From a single oven to a neighborhood institution — here's how Pizza Ranch grew into the legend it is today.
The First Flame
Marcus Delano opens the original Pizza Ranch in a converted auto-repair shop on Rollins Rd, armed with a single wood-fired oven and a family recipe 60 years in the making.
The First Flame
Marcus Delano opens the original Pizza Ranch in a converted auto-repair shop on Rollins Rd, armed with a single wood-fired oven and a family recipe 60 years in the making.
First Chicago Food Award
Pizza Ranch wins "Best Newcomer Pizza" at the Illinois Food & Hospitality Awards, putting us on the regional map and tripling weekend foot traffic overnight.
First Chicago Food Award
Pizza Ranch wins "Best Newcomer Pizza" at the Illinois Food & Hospitality Awards, putting us on the regional map and tripling weekend foot traffic overnight.
Expansion & New Kitchen
We moved into our current purpose-built space — complete with two additional wood-fired ovens, a full catering kitchen, and a 120-seat dining room with an open kitchen theater.
Expansion & New Kitchen
We moved into our current purpose-built space — complete with two additional wood-fired ovens, a full catering kitchen, and a 120-seat dining room with an open kitchen theater.
Delivery Goes Live
Pizza Ranch launches its in-house delivery fleet — bringing our legendary pies directly to doorsteps across Round Lake Beach and surrounding communities.
Delivery Goes Live
Pizza Ranch launches its in-house delivery fleet — bringing our legendary pies directly to doorsteps across Round Lake Beach and surrounding communities.
Resilience & Community
Through challenging times, Pizza Ranch pivoted to contactless delivery and donated over 2,000 pizzas to local hospitals and essential workers across Lake County.
Resilience & Community
Through challenging times, Pizza Ranch pivoted to contactless delivery and donated over 2,000 pizzas to local hospitals and essential workers across Lake County.
20 Years & Still Firing
Celebrating two decades of legendary pizza. We're rolling out a brand-new menu, a franchise program, and our biggest kitchen upgrade yet — all while staying true to our roots.
20 Years & Still Firing
Celebrating two decades of legendary pizza. We're rolling out a brand-new menu, a franchise program, and our biggest kitchen upgrade yet — all while staying true to our roots.
