Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens in Murphy, Texas

Husband-and-wife franchisees Timothy Fogarty and Vanessa Lomelí-Fogarty have opened the brand's 16th Texas location in Murphy.

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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens in Murphy, Texas

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Mountain Mike's Pizza has opened its 16th location in Texas, in the city of Murphy, owned and operated by husband-and-wife franchisees Timothy Fogarty and Vanessa Lomelí-Fogarty. The new restaurant features a family-friendly atmosphere and offers a range of menu options, including pizza, salad bar, and weekday lunch buffet.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for nearly 50 years, and home of the legendary crispy, curly pepperoni, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, is now open in Murphy, Texas, marking the 16th location in the Lone Star State. The Murphy restaurant is owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo and Texas locals Timothy Fogarty and Vanessa Lomelí-Fogarty, who currently own the Fulshear Mountain Mike’s location and are actively developing additional locations across Texas. For nearly five decades, Mountain Mike’s Pizza has delighted guests with “Pizza the Way it Oughta Be!

®” and is rapidly expanding into new markets across the country. Collins County residents and visitors alike can enjoy the brand’s signature pizza experience at the new Mountain Mike’s in Murphy, whether dining in, carrying out or via delivery.

“Mountain Mike’s has been part of our family’s story for years, so opening this restaurant is especially meaningful to us,” said Timothy Fogarty. “I grew up enjoying Mountain Mike’s, and over the years it’s become a favorite tradition in our own home, so we’re excited to bring that same experience to more people here in Texas by creating a place where friends and neighbors can gather over great pizza, celebrate milestones and make lasting memories together. As we continue growing with the brand, our goal is for each restaurant to become a true part of the community.”

The spacious 2,500-square-foot Mountain Mike’s Pizza in Murphy features the welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere for which the brand is known. Boasting eight big-screen televisions, the Murphy restaurant is bound to be a go-to destination for sports fans, no matter which team guests root for. The Murphy restaurant also includes an all-you-can-eat pizza and salad bar, weekday lunch buffet, an outdoor patio, kids’ arcade area and complimentary Wi-Fi.

There is something for everyone at Mountain Mike’s in Murphy, making it an ideal spot for guests of all ages, team parties, family get-togethers, office gatherings and group fundraising events alike.

One bite into a cheesy slice of pizza from Mountain Mike’s takes you back to childhood, providing a sense of nostalgia for when pizzas were handmade with the freshest and finest ingredients. From its legendary crispy, curly pepperoni, 100% whole milk mozzarella cheese and a variety of fan-favorite specialty pizzas, Mountain Mike’s has something to satisfy every taste. Whether it’s dine-in, carryout or its own in-house delivery, guests can always count on Mountain Mike’s to ensure quality, freshness, flavor and value.

Orders may be placed online, through the Mountain Rewards® App or through any of the brand’s third-party delivery partners.

The new Murphy Mountain Mike’s is located at 511 E. FM 544 and can be reached by (469) 202-0215. The restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to midnight. For additional information about Mountain Mike’s Pizza, visit www.mountainmikespizza.com. For additional information about the Murphy location, visit Mountain Mike’s Murphy or find the restaurant on Google and Yelp.

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This story was originally published in QSR Magazine on July 31, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.

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