Giordano's deep-dish pizza chain down to one Ohio location

The Chicago-based pizza chain has closed two of its three Ohio restaurants.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Giordano's, the Chicago-based pizza chain known for its stuffed deep-dish pies, has closed two of its three Ohio locations, leaving just one restaurant in the state.

Why it matters

Giordano's was one of the most well-known deep-dish pizza chains in the Midwest, and its closures in Ohio reflect broader challenges facing the restaurant industry, including increased competition and changing consumer preferences.

The details

The Giordano's locations in Beavercreek and Dayton, Ohio, have both closed, leaving the chain with just one remaining restaurant in the state, located in Columbus. The company has not provided specific reasons for the closures, but the pizza industry has faced headwinds in recent years due to the rise of delivery services, changing consumer tastes, and increased competition from both national chains and local pizzerias.

  • Giordano's closed its Beavercreek and Dayton, Ohio, locations in January 2026.

The players

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A Chicago-based pizza chain known for its stuffed deep-dish pies.

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The takeaway

The closure of two Giordano's locations in Ohio highlights the ongoing challenges facing the restaurant industry, as chains struggle to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increased competition from both national brands and local eateries.