Marcus Reid
CEO & Co-Founder
Marcus has led Jet's Pizza with the same hands-on passion he brought to the very first shop. His obsession with quality and community is embedded in everything we do.
Our Story
Detroit's Original Square Deep-Dish Since 1978
Born in a small Detroit kitchen with a big dream, Jet's Pizza has grown from a single shop into an iconic brand — always staying true to the bold, crispy-edged pizza that started it all.
46+
Years in Business
350+
Locations Nationwide
2M+
Pizzas Served Yearly
4.8★
Average Rating
1978
Year Founded
Our Story
From a Detroit Corner Shop to a National Icon
It started with brothers Eugene and John Jetts and a single store on Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Armed with a recipe for a thick, buttery-crusted square pizza and an unshakeable belief in quality ingredients, they turned a humble storefront into a movement.
Detroit-style deep-dish was not invented in a boardroom — it was perfected through years of listening to customers, refining recipes, and never cutting corners. The iconic Turbo Crust, caramelized at every edge, became our trademark and our promise.
Today, Jet's Pizza operates across more than 20 states, but every pizza still carries that original spirit: fresh dough, real cheese, bold toppings, and the same uncompromising care that started in Detroit.
Fresh Ingredients Daily
Locally sourced produce, never frozen dough, and real whole-milk mozzarella in every box.
Award-Winning Recipes
Recognized by national food publications as one of America's best deep-dish pizza brands.
Community-First Approach
We invest in our neighborhoods, employ locally, and give back through food donation programs.
Mission & Values
What We Stand For
Every decision we make — from the cheese we source to the communities we serve — is guided by a clear set of values.
Quality First
We never compromise on ingredients. Fresh dough, real cheese, and premium toppings are non-negotiable at every location.
Made with Love
Every pizza is handcrafted with the same passion as the very first one Eugene and John made in 1978. That care never gets automated.
Community Roots
Detroit made us. We support local farms, hire from our neighborhoods, and reinvest in the communities that have supported us for decades.
Bold Innovation
Tradition drives us, but we never stop improving. From new crust styles to smarter delivery tech, we evolve while honoring our roots.
Our Mission
To serve the boldest, most satisfying pizza on earth — fresh, fast, and made with integrity — one square slice at a time.
We believe great pizza should be accessible to everyone. We measure success not only in slices sold, but in satisfied customers, thriving employees, and communities that are proud to have a Jet's on their street.
Our History
The Jet's Pizza Journey
Four decades of growth, flavour, and Detroit pride — one milestone at a time.
1978
The First Store Opens
Brothers Eugene and John Jetts open the first Jet's Pizza on Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, Michigan, serving their signature square deep-dish with a caramelized Turbo Crust.
1985
Detroit Metro Expansion
After seven years of loyal local following, Jet's expands to 10 locations across the Detroit metropolitan area. The Turbo Crust becomes a regional phenomenon.
1994
Franchising Begins
Jet's Pizza launches its franchise program, allowing passionate entrepreneurs to bring the deep-dish experience to their own communities — with full training and recipe support.
2003
100th Location Milestone
Jet's Pizza celebrates its 100th store opening. What started as a dream in a small kitchen is now a thriving multi-state brand loved by hundreds of thousands of families.
2012
Digital Ordering Launched
Jet's launches its online ordering platform and mobile app, making it easier than ever for customers to customize and order their perfect pizza from anywhere, anytime.
2023 – Today
350+ Locations & Growing
With over 350 locations across more than 20 states, Jet's Pizza continues to lead the deep-dish category — always bold, always fresh, always Detroit proud.
Our Team
The People Behind the Pizza
From the kitchen to the boardroom, our team shares one obsession: making the best pizza in America.
Sofia Martinez
Head of Culinary Innovation
With a culinary degree and 15 years in food R&D, Sofia leads our recipe development — constantly pushing the boundaries of flavour while honouring the original Turbo Crust tradition.
David Chen
Director of Operations
David ensures that every Jet's location — from Detroit to Dallas — operates with the same standard of excellence. He oversees training, supply chain, and franchise partnerships.
Amara Johnson
Community Relations Manager
A Detroit native, Amara leads Jet's community investment programs — from local school partnerships to food donation drives — keeping us connected to the city that built us.
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Address
4718 Anthony Wayne Dr,
Detroit, MI 48201, USA
Detroit, MI 48201, USA
Hours
Mon–Sun: 10AM – 10PM