Physical Address
304 North Cardinal St.
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
MOD Pizza is a fast-casual pizza chain built around customization: guests choose a crust, sauce, cheese, and toppings, then the pizza is baked quickly and served personal-size. The model is designed for speed and simplicity—one line, one price structure, and a high level of personalization.
In the 2010s, MOD became one of the standout growth stories in “fast-casual pizza.” More recently, the brand’s story shifted toward restructuring: store closures, ownership change, and a plan to stabilize the system and improve unit economics.
Answer Box: MOD Pizza by the Numbers
- Ownership: acquired by Elite Restaurant Group (100% equity acquired, 2024)
- System change: refranchising and restructuring efforts reported after the sale
- Closures: 70 restaurants closed during 2024 (reported in 2025 coverage of disclosures)
- U.S. store count: 482 in the U.S. at end of 2024 (reported)
Key MOD Pizza Metrics
| Metric | Value | Year (as reported) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acquirer / ownership | Elite Restaurant Group acquired 100% equity | July 2024 | Restaurant Dive |
| Transaction confirmation (legal / advisory note) | Merger agreement; 100% equity acquired | July 2024 | Latham & Watkins |
| Closures during the year | 70 restaurants closed | 2024 (reported in 2025 coverage) | Restaurant Business (coverage) |
| U.S. store count (end of year) | 482 in the U.S. | End of 2024 (reported in 2025 coverage) | Restaurant Business (coverage) |
| Live footprint reference | Locations directory (current list) | Ongoing | MOD locations |
Why MOD Pizza’s Footprint Shifted
Fast-casual pizza chains expanded aggressively in the late 2010s and early 2020s, but the category has faced tougher economics: higher labor costs, rising occupancy costs, and intense competition. Store closures and refranchising are common stabilization tactics—reducing underperforming locations and shifting operational risk to franchise operators.
FAQ
Who owns MOD Pizza?
Industry coverage reports that Elite Restaurant Group acquired 100% of MOD Pizza’s equity in 2024.
How many MOD Pizza locations are there?
Reported figures vary by year as stores open and close. Coverage of franchise disclosures stated that 70 restaurants closed during 2024 and that MOD ended 2024 with 482 locations in the U.S. MOD also maintains an official locations directory for the most current footprint.
Is MOD Pizza franchised?
MOD has operated with both company-owned and franchised restaurants, and reporting after the 2024 acquisition described an increased push toward refranchising.
