Our Story

Made with Flour,
Fire & Soul

We believe great pizza starts with great people, real ingredients, and an unwavering love for the craft.

Who We Are

A Family Recipe,
A California Dream

Pizzana was born in a home kitchen in Sherman Oaks in 2012, when founder Marco Deluca brought his grandmother's Neapolitan dough recipe to California. What started as Sunday dinners for neighbors quickly grew into something the whole community wanted a piece of.

We opened our first brick-and-mortar on Ventura Blvd in 2015, and from day one, the line stretched around the corner. Not because of gimmicks — but because every pizza we make carries the same attention, warmth, and respect for ingredients that Marco learned as a child in Naples.

Today, Pizzana serves hundreds of families every week. Our wood-fired oven still burns the same way it did on opening night, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. From source to slice, every detail matters.

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Pizzana restaurant interior
Fresh pizza dough being prepared
Wood-fired pizza oven at Pizzana
12+
Years Open
40K+
Pizzas Served
98%
Happy Guests
3
Local Awards
Our Mission

Why We Do What We Do

"To serve food that honors its origins — crafted with integrity, shared with generosity, and experienced with joy."

Fresh Ingredients

We source locally whenever possible and import our San Marzano tomatoes and 00-flour directly from Italy. No shortcuts, ever.

Craft & Tradition

Our dough rests for 72 hours. Our oven burns at 900°F. We don't rush what took generations to perfect.

Community First

Sherman Oaks is home. We sponsor local events, partner with neighborhood schools, and give back to the people who made us.

Sustainability

Compostable packaging, zero food waste programs, and energy-conscious kitchen practices — because the planet deserves respect too.

Our Journey

From Home Kitchen
to Ventura Blvd

Every great restaurant has a story. Ours started with a grandmother's notebook, a bag of Italian flour, and a whole lot of ambition.

Pizzana through the years
2012

The Recipe Arrives in California

Marco Deluca moves to Sherman Oaks carrying his grandmother's handwritten Neapolitan dough recipe. Sunday pizza nights for friends become a local phenomenon within months.

2014

First Pop-Up & Farmers Market Debut

Pizzana launches at the Sherman Oaks Farmers Market. Within four Sundays, the booth sells out before noon. The community response makes the decision clear: open a restaurant.

2015

Doors Open on Ventura Blvd

Pizzana opens at 13826 Ventura Blvd. A wood-fired oven imported from Naples becomes the heart of the kitchen. Opening weekend sees a two-hour wait — and zero complaints.

2018

LA Weekly "Best Pizza" Award

Pizzana earns its first major recognition, named Best Pizza in the San Fernando Valley by LA Weekly. The team celebrates — then gets back to work the next morning.

2021

Online Ordering & City-Wide Delivery

We expand delivery coverage to serve more of Los Angeles, launch our online ordering platform, and introduce our signature take-and-bake kits so guests can enjoy Pizzana at home.

2024

12 Years & Still Rising

Over 40,000 pizzas served, a team of 22, and the same handcrafted dough recipe from day one. We're proud of where we've been — and even more excited about where we're going.

The People

Meet the Team Behind the Oven

Every pizza is personal because every person on our team puts themselves into it. Here are the faces behind the flavors.

Marco Deluca, Founder and Head Pizzaiolo at Pizzana

Marco Deluca

Founder & Head Pizzaiolo

Born in Naples, raised on dough. Marco brought his grandmother's recipes to California and turned a family tradition into a community institution.

Sofia Reyes, Executive Chef at Pizzana

Sofia Reyes

Executive Chef

A Le Cordon Bleu graduate with a passion for seasonal produce, Sofia leads our kitchen and oversees every menu innovation with precision and creativity.

James Thornton, Operations Manager at Pizzana

James Thornton

Operations Manager

James keeps the gears turning smoothly — from supplier relationships to delivery logistics, he ensures every order arrives on time and at its best.

Amara Osei, Guest Experience Lead at Pizzana

Amara Osei

Guest Experience Lead

Amara believes hospitality is an art. She trains our front-of-house team and personally ensures every guest feels like they're dining in someone's home.

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