Pizzeria near Dayton Mall to close its doors

So Pizza owners say they were informed their lease has 'no options for renewal'.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A pizzeria located near the Dayton Mall in Montgomery County, Ohio, announced it will be closing its doors on February 28th. The owners of So Pizza say it was not an easy decision, as the business has been 'so much more than a business' to them, and they will miss seeing their customers' faces and serving their pizza.

Why it matters

The closure of So Pizza is a loss for the local community, as it was a popular pizzeria that had been serving the area for some time. The owners' decision to retire also marks the end of an era for the small business.

The details

So Pizza, located in the 2400 block of Miamisburg Centerville Road, will be closing its doors on Saturday, February 28th. The owners, the DiFranco family, posted a note on social media stating that they were informed their lease had 'no options for renewal'. In addition to pizzas, So Pizza also served chicken wings.

  • So Pizza will close its doors on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

So Pizza

A pizzeria located near the Dayton Mall in Montgomery County, Ohio.

DiFranco family

The owners of So Pizza.

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What they’re saying

“It was not an easy decision, as it's been so much more than a business. We will miss seeing your faces, sharing laughs, and serving you So Pizza, more than words can say.”

— DiFranco family, Owners of So Pizza (Social media)

The takeaway

The closure of So Pizza is a loss for the local community, as it was a popular pizzeria that had been serving the area for some time. The owners' decision to retire marks the end of an era for the small business, which had become a beloved part of the Dayton-area dining scene.