Little Caesars Pizza

Little Caesars Pizza is a well-established pizza chain that began as a single family-owned restaurant in Garden City, Michigan in 1959. Founded by Mike and Marian Ilitch, the company quickly grew from its local roots, launching its first franchise just three years after opening. One of its early milestones was the introduction of the “Pizza! Pizza!” slogan in 1979, which helped set the brand apart by offering two pizzas for the price competitors charged for one.

Today, Little Caesars operates as part of Ilitch Holdings and is headquartered in downtown Detroit. As of November 2025, the company has over 5,500 stores across all 50 U.S. states and more than 30 countries and territories, making it the third-largest pizza chain globally. In the past five years, Little Caesars has accelerated its international expansion, opening new locations in the United Kingdom, India, and several African countries, with plans underway to enter France and Germany. The brand continues to seek franchisees and real estate partners in priority markets including the United States, Canada, the UK, India, and Africa.

Little Caesars is known for its efficient service model, particularly the HOT-N-READY approach, which allows customers to pick up pizzas without waiting. Its Pizza Portal pickup technology offers a self-service option for mobile orders, supporting quick transactions and flexible store formats. This adaptability has enabled the brand to deploy stores in a variety of retail settings, from traditional shopping centers to freestanding pads and urban storefronts.

The company’s consistent growth and recognizable brand presence make it a reliable tenant for property owners and developers. Its streamlined operations and willingness to enter new markets have contributed to its reputation as a stable, high-visibility occupant in both established and emerging retail environments. Little Caesars continues to evolve, balancing its legacy of value and convenience with ongoing innovation and expansion.