About Ledo Pizza
Discover the story behind America's original square pizza since 1955
Our Story
In 1955, Ledo Restaurant opened its doors in College Park, Maryland, with a simple mission: to serve the most delicious square pizza with a flaky, crispy crust that would become legendary. What started as a small family restaurant has grown into an iconic brand beloved throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
Our founders, Tommy Marcos and his business partners, created something truly special when they developed our signature flaky crust recipe. This unique crust, combined with our fresh ingredients and rectangular shape, set Ledo Pizza apart from all other pizzerias.
Today, we continue to honor that original vision while expanding our reach to bring authentic Ledo Pizza to new communities across the United States.
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Our Mission
To serve authentic, high-quality square pizza made with fresh ingredients and our signature flaky crust, while creating memorable experiences that bring families and communities together around great food.
Our Core Values
Quality First
We never compromise on the quality of our ingredients or the care we put into every pizza we make.
Family Tradition
Our recipes and values have been passed down through generations, maintaining our authentic heritage.
Fresh Ingredients
We source the freshest ingredients daily to ensure every bite delivers exceptional flavor.
Customer Excellence
Every customer deserves an outstanding experience from the moment they walk through our doors.
Our Journey Through Time
The Beginning
Tommy Marcos opens the first Ledo Restaurant in College Park, Maryland, introducing the world to our signature square pizza with flaky crust.
Growing Popularity
Word spreads about our unique pizza, and Ledo becomes a local favorite throughout the Washington D.C. metro area.
Franchise Expansion
We begin franchising operations, carefully selecting partners who share our commitment to quality and authentic preparation.
Regional Growth
Ledo Pizza expands across the Mid-Atlantic region, bringing our famous square pizza to new states and communities.
Continuing Legacy
With dozens of locations and a loyal following, we continue to serve the same great-tasting pizza that made us famous nearly 70 years ago.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Sarah Martinez
Chief Executive Officer
Sarah brings over 20 years of restaurant industry experience to Ledo Pizza, leading our expansion while maintaining our commitment to quality and tradition.
Michael Chen
Head Chef & Culinary Director
Michael oversees all culinary operations and ensures every pizza meets our exacting standards. He's been perfecting our recipes for over 15 years.
David Thompson
Operations Director
David manages our franchise operations and ensures consistent quality across all Ledo Pizza locations. His attention to detail is unmatched.
Lisa Rodriguez
Marketing Director
Lisa leads our marketing efforts and community outreach programs, helping spread the Ledo Pizza story to new audiences nationwide.
Ready to Experience the Original?
Visit us today and taste the legendary square pizza that has been bringing families together since 1955.