Smithville Pizza Shoppe to Reopen at New Location After Devastating Fire

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The Pizza Shoppe in Smithville, Missouri, has announced plans to reopen at a new location after a devastating fire last month destroyed its previous restaurant. The fire, which started in the kitchen of a neighboring Chinese restaurant, caused significant damage and forced the pizza shop to close. However, the owners say they have already secured a new space and are working hard to resume operations as soon as possible, though an exact reopening date has not yet been set.

Why it matters

The Pizza Shoppe has been a beloved local institution in Smithville for years, and its closure due to the fire was a major loss for the community. The ability to reopen at a new location is an important step in helping the business and its employees recover from the disaster and continue serving customers.

The details

The fire that destroyed the Pizza Shoppe's previous location broke out on March 30 in the kitchen of the neighboring Westlake Chinese Restaurant. The blaze caused significant damage and thick black smoke that could be seen for miles. While no one was injured, the Pizza Shoppe was one of several businesses that lost everything in the fire. In the two weeks since the incident, the Pizza Shoppe's owners have been working to secure a new space and plan to reopen at 14903 N. U.S. 169, Suite 100, though an exact reopening date has not yet been announced.

• The fire that destroyed the Pizza Shoppe's previous location occurred on March 30, 2026.
• The Pizza Shoppe announced plans for its new location less than two weeks after the fire.

What’s next

The Pizza Shoppe has not yet announced an exact reopening date for its new location, but says it is working hard to resume operations as soon as possible.