Tony DiMaggio’s Pizza has reopened its doors to a flood of support from San Jose residents. After weathering the storm of a destructive roof fire in July 2024, which put the long-standing pizzeria out of business for nearly a year, the beloved eatery is again serving up its signature stromboli. In a report from The Mercury News, Jack DiMaggio recounted the overwhelming turnout upon their June reopening, having to close early the first weekend due to the kitchen running out of food.
The significance of the pizzeria as a community landmark was underlined by the comments of Dave Lujan, a board member of the Monterey Corridor Business Association, who lined up along with other eager patrons on the first day of reopening. Despite the roof fire nearly ending the restaurant, Jack DiMaggio remained committed to its original location, stating to The Mercury News that, despite considering relocation, nothing felt quite right. A testament to Tony DiMaggio’s Pizza’s iconic status in San Jose, a commendation was presented by City Councilmember Bien Doan, recognizing the restaurant’s 48-year legacy during the celebratory reopening.
The DiMaggio family’s heartfelt gratitude was palpable in a social media post where they thanked the community for their overwhelming support. “We can’t wait to continue making memories with you all and serving you food (and STROMBOLI) forever,” Tony Di Maggio’s Pizza exclaimed in an outpouring appreciation for the decades-long customer loyalty…