The Story Behind Anthony's Pizza
Anthony's coal fired pizza started with a simple but powerful idea: that great pizza deserves great heat. Anthony, a second-generation Italian-American cook, grew up watching his family gather around the oven every Sunday. He believed that the intense, clean heat of burning coal produced a crust unlike anything else — crispy on the outside, airy and chewy within, kissed with a subtle char that no gas or wood oven could replicate.
In the early days, Anthony sourced premium Pennsylvania coal and retrofitted a custom-built oven capable of reaching over 900°F. He spent years perfecting his dough recipe — a slow 48-hour cold fermentation process using imported Italian flour — and curating toppings from local farmers and specialty producers.
— Anthony, Founder
Today, Anthony's coal fired pizza stands as a beloved institution in Wilmington, DE, known throughout the United States for its bold flavors, warm atmosphere, and unwavering dedication to quality.
