The Woodlands-based Crust Pizza Co. is taking its own slice of San Antonio’s fast-casual market with the opening of its first area pizzeria at 813 Cibolo Valley #170 in Cibolo. The rapidly growing chain, known for its Chicago-style pies, will debut the restaurant on September 3.
The franchise has skyrocketed in Texas and Louisiana since opening its first pizzeria in The Woodlands in 2011. Still, those who don’t live in Illinois may not recognize the thin-crust pies as being Chicago-style.
Crust specializes in tavern pizzas, a style that is more popular in the Windy City than iconic deep-dish pizzas. Featuring a cracker-like crust and square slices, also known as the “party cut,” the style is wildly popular at bars and neighborhood restaurants…