Our Story

About Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza

Anthony's coal fired pizza was born from a simple idea: great pizza deserves great heat. Since opening our doors in Plantation, FL, we've been committed to the time-honored craft of coal fired cooking — delivering bold flavors, crisp crusts, and genuine anthonys coal fired passion in every single bite.

Anthony's pizza kitchen — coal fired oven at work
20+
Years of Craft
Who We Are

The Story Behind
Anthony's Pizza

Anthony's coal fired pizza started as a family dream on the streets of Plantation, Florida. Founder Anthony built the first coal fired oven by hand, determined to recreate the authentic Neapolitan-style crust that had defined his childhood memories. The intense heat of coal — reaching over 800°F — gives our pizzas their signature char, their unmatched chew, and a depth of flavor no conventional oven can replicate.

Over two decades, anthony's pizza has grown from a neighborhood gem into a beloved institution across South Florida. Our menu reflects an unwavering commitment to quality ingredients — hand-crushed San Marzano tomatoes, fresh-pulled mozzarella, and dough that ferments slowly for 48 hours before it ever touches the oven floor.

Every pizza that leaves our kitchen carries Anthony's original vision: simple ingredients, extraordinary heat, and a whole lot of heart.

800°
Oven Temp
48h
Dough Rise
1M+
Pizzas Served
4.9★
Avg. Rating
Our Mission

What Drives Us Every Day

"To honor the ancient tradition of coal fired cooking while building a community around great food, genuine hospitality, and the belief that every meal should be an experience worth remembering."

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Everything at anthony's coal fired pizza flows from these guiding principles — from how we source ingredients to how we greet every guest.

Craft & Tradition

We stay true to the coal fired method that started it all — no shortcuts, no substitutions, just the same authentic process passed down through generations.

Quality Ingredients

We source only the freshest produce, finest cheeses, and premium meats — because a great pizza can only be as good as what goes into it.

Community First

Anthony's pizza has always been a community gathering place. We support local families, celebrate neighbors, and give back to the city that gave us our start.

Unmatched Hospitality

Every guest deserves to feel like family. We train our team to treat every table, every order, and every interaction with the same warmth and care.

Anthony coal fired pizza — the original Plantation, FL dining room
How We Got Here

A History of
Anthonys Coal Fired Excellence

From a single oven in Plantation to a beloved South Florida institution — here's how anthony's coal fired grew into what it is today.

2003
The First Flame

Anthony hand-built the first coal fired oven at 512 N Pine Island Rd, Plantation, FL. The doors opened to a line that wrapped around the block on opening night — and never really shortened since.

2007
Anthony's Coal Fired Recognition

South Florida Food & Wine named Anthony's coal fired pizza the Best Pizza in Broward County. The award put us on the regional map and tripled our weekly reservations overnight.

2011
Catering & Events Launch

We expanded our anthonys coal fired experience beyond restaurant walls, launching a full-service catering division. Today we serve weddings, corporate events, and private parties across South Florida.

2015
Menu Expansion

Anthony's coal fired added new wings, craft salads, and seasonal specials to the menu, while keeping our signature pizzas at the heart of everything we do.

2019
1 Million Pizzas Served

We hit a milestone that would have seemed impossible back in 2003 — one million pizzas served. We celebrated the way Anthony always intended: by feeding the whole neighborhood.

2024
A New Chapter

Anthony's coal fired pizza continues to grow, with online ordering, expanded delivery, and an upgraded dining experience — while keeping every recipe exactly the way Anthony intended.

The People Behind the Oven

Meet Our Team

The heart of Anthony's pizza is the passionate team that crafts every dish — from our pitmaster chefs to the friendly faces who welcome you at the door.

Anthony — Founder & Head Pitmaster at Anthony's coal fired pizza

Anthony Russo

Founder & Pitmaster

Anthony built the original coal fired oven and still oversees every pizza that leaves our kitchen. His philosophy: great heat, great dough, great people.

Maria — Head Chef at Anthony's coal fired pizza Plantation

Maria Conti

Head Chef

Trained in Naples, Italy, Maria brings authentic Italian culinary tradition to every sauce, topping, and pasta dish on our menu. Her coal-roasted wings are legendary.

James — Dough Master at Anthony's coal fired pizza

James Vitale

Dough Master

James manages the 48-hour fermentation process that gives our dough its signature bite. He's been perfecting the recipe alongside Anthony since the very first day we opened.

Sophie — Guest Experience Manager at Anthony's coal fired pizza

Sophie Moreau

Guest Experience Manager

Sophie ensures every guest walks out of Anthony's with a smile. She trains our front-of-house team on the hospitality standards that have made us a Plantation favorite for 20+ years.

Ready to Experience It?

Taste the Anthonys Coal Fired Difference

Come see why Plantation has been coming back to Anthony's coal fired pizza for over two decades. Order online or visit us today.

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