Godfather’s Pizza is an American pizza chain known for its thick, hearty, Chicago-style pizzas. Founded in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1973 by William Theisen, the restaurant gained popularity for offering generously topped pizzas with a variety of crust styles, including thin, golden, and original thick crust. Godfather’s Pizza is recognized for its iconic “Mafia” branding and theme, with menu items named after mobster terms, enhancing the fun, unique dining experience. Along with pizzas, the chain offers calzones, pasta, sandwiches, breadsticks, and desserts like cinnamon streusel and monkey bread. Throughout its history, Godfather's Pizza has gone through several ownership changes, including being part of Pillsbury in the 1980s. Today, the chain operates around 600 locations across the U.S., mostly in the Midwest and South. Its focus remains on delivering hearty, customizable pizzas with a family-friendly atmosphere.