The Biggest Mistakes Pizza Shops Make (And How Doughboys Crushed Them)

In this episode, we’re in sunny Orlando, Florida, visiting Doughboyz Pizza, where Mike and Mario brought their vision of a New York-style pizzeria to life. Inspired by their roots in New York and New Jersey, these lifelong friends set out to create a slice shop that feels just like home.

Get ready for a behind-the-scenes tour as Mike and Mario show us their kitchen, share their incredible journey of opening Doughboyz Pizza, and introduce Mario Sr., the mastermind behind their authentic recipes.

DoughBoyz: https://doughboyzpizzaoviedo.com/

Timestamps: Doughboyz Pizza Episode
0:00 - Intro: Welcome to Doughboyz Pizza in Orlando, Florida
0:05 - Mike & Mario's Story: How they brought New York-style pizza to Florida
0:19 - Meet Mario Sr.: The man behind the recipes and family legacy
1:00 - Moving from New York: Challenges and adjustments to Florida life
2:00 - What is New York-Style Pizza?: Defining and introducing the concept to Florida
3:10 - Pizza by the Slice: Why this is a game-changer in Orlando
4:00 - Tour of the Shop: Inside Doughboyz Pizza’s setup and operations
5:00 - Specialty Slices: The Sicilian, Brooklyn Sicilian, and more
6:30 - Viral Success: How influencer marketing transformed their business
7:50 - Instagram Power: The role of social media and foodie influencers
9:00 - Family Legacy: Mario Sr.’s culinary background and impact on Doughboyz
10:30 - Building a Vibe: Creating a welcoming, energetic environment for customers
12:00 - Lessons Learned: Dealing with negativity and customer feedback
13:30 - The Secret Sauce: Maintaining consistency with quality ingredients
15:00 - Team Building: How they find and retain great employees
16:30 - Advice for Aspiring Owners: Passion, hard work, and focus on quality
18:00 - Wrap-Up: What’s next for Doughboyz Pizza

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