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60+

Years of Pizza
Perfection

How It All Started

A Family Recipe That Built a Legacy

It all started in 1964 when Ed and Margie Imo opened their first pizza parlor in a converted service station in St. Louis, Missouri. Armed with a family recipe, a dream, and an unwavering commitment to quality, they introduced the city to something truly special — a razor-thin cracker-like crust, tangy tomato sauce, and the unmistakable taste of Provel cheese.

What began as a neighborhood pizza shop quickly became a St. Louis institution. Generations of families have grown up with Imo's as the centerpiece of their Friday nights, birthday parties, and Sunday dinners. That tradition is something we're immensely proud of, and something we protect with every pizza we make.

Today, Imos Pizza continues to serve the same soul-satisfying recipes, freshly made daily at our Creve Coeur location. We've grown, but we've never forgotten where we came from — or the people who made us who we are.

1964

Founded

100K+

Happy Customers

4.9

Avg. Rating

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Our Purpose

Our Mission

To bring people together over the best St. Louis-style pizza on the planet — made fresh, served with heart, and delivered with speed and care.

Always use the freshest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible
Honor the original Imo family recipe in every single pie we bake
Treat every customer like a neighbor — because in St. Louis, they often are
Give back to the communities that have supported us for over 60 years
Keep St. Louis-style pizza alive, celebrated, and evolving with the times

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Made with Love

Every pizza is hand-crafted with the same love and attention Ed and Margie put into their very first pie. No shortcuts, no compromises.

Fresh Ingredients

We believe great pizza starts with great ingredients. Our produce, meats, and dairy are sourced fresh daily from trusted local suppliers.

Community First

We're more than a restaurant — we're a St. Louis tradition. We actively support schools, local events, and charities throughout our community.

Speed & Reliability

We know you're hungry. That's why we've built our entire operation around getting hot, delicious pizza to your door as fast as possible.

Authentic Tradition

Our thin-crust, Provel-topped pizza is a St. Louis original. We protect and celebrate that heritage with every box we send out.

Customer Joy

Nothing motivates us more than a happy customer. We go the extra mile to ensure every order exceeds expectations — guaranteed.

Our Journey

Six Decades of Slices

From a single storefront in St. Louis to a beloved regional icon — here's how we got here.

1964

The First Slice

Ed and Margie Imo open their first pizza shop in a converted gas station on Southwest Avenue in St. Louis, serving their signature thin-crust pizza with Provel cheese for the very first time.

1972

Growing the Family

Demand surges and Imo's expands to multiple locations across the St. Louis metro area. The iconic square-cut pizza becomes a signature that sets Imo's apart from every competitor.

1985

A St. Louis Institution

Imos Pizza is named one of the most beloved restaurants in Missouri by regional food critics. The phrase "square beyond compare" enters the local vocabulary — and stays there.

1999

Community Roots Deepen

Imos Pizza launches its school fundraiser program, helping hundreds of St. Louis schools raise funds while feeding communities — a program still running strong today.

2010

Online Ordering Launches

Imos embraces the digital era with online ordering, making it easier than ever for fans to get their favorite pizza. Online orders surge 300% in the first year.

2020

Resilience & Innovation

During challenging times, Imos doubles down on contactless delivery, curbside pickup, and community support — emerging stronger and more beloved than ever before.

Today

Still Going Strong

Over 60 years in, Imos Pizza continues to serve the St. Louis community with the same passion, the same recipes, and the same dedication to quality that started it all. The best is still yet to come.

The People Behind the Pizza

Meet Our Team

Our talented team is the heart of everything we do — from kitchen to delivery to customer service.

Michael Imo

CEO & Owner

Second-generation owner carrying on the family legacy with passion. Michael has been slinging pizza since he was 12, and he hasn't stopped since.

Sarah Bellows

Head Chef

With 18 years in professional kitchens, Sarah oversees every recipe and ensures each pie leaving the oven meets our uncompromising quality standards.

David Torres

Operations Manager

David keeps our entire operation running like a well-oiled machine — from supply chain logistics to delivery routing, he's the reason we're always on time.

Anika Patel

Customer Experience Lead

Anika is the voice of our customers inside the company. She leads our service team and makes sure every interaction with Imos Pizza leaves a smile.

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