Introduction to Singas Famous Pizza
A New York-based pizza chain has big plans for Houston. Called Singas Famous Pizza, the restaurant will soon open three locations in Cypress, Katy, and Stafford. The first Singas Famous Pizza opened in Elmhurst, above the Bronx, in 1967, from founder Bill Singas.
History of the Restaurant
A decade later, current president and CEO Greg Tsanis and his brother Chris bought the business, and went on to open more locations in the tristate area. They made it a little more "famous." Greg and Chris are natives of Greece who emigrated to the U.S. When it comes to food, the Greeks know what’s up. The chain has been a favorite for South Asians in the New York area, and that influence can be seen on menu items.
Menu and Cooking Style
Pizza is the centerpiece of the menu, although there are also pastas, sub sandwiches, chicken tenders, wings, jalapeno poppers, garlic bread, and French fries. They bake their pizzas in metal pans, the approach taken with deep-dish pizza, but Singas’ crust is a regular New York-style thin crust. They also offer a cauliflower crust for the gluten-free crowd.
Unique Menu Items
The chain’s menu reflects the diverse heritage of its owners and customers. There’s a Greek pizza with tomato sauce, spinach, feta cheese, and olive. The Chef’s Special pizza features tikka sauce, green pepper, onion, and choice of South-Asian cottage cheese (paneer) or chicken. Other options include garlic chicken and broccoli, plus classics like pepperoni, meat lovers, and a loaded "supreme."
Expansion Plans
In 2004, the company launched a franchising program, which has expanded in recent years. There are currently close to 40 locations across the U.S., mostly in the New York-New Jersey-Delaware area but with a dozen new openings penciled in for Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Florida. That includes seven new locations set to open across Texas, with four in the DFW area, and three in Houston.
New Locations in Texas
The new locations in the DFW area are:
- Coppell: 817 S. Macarthur Blvd. #105
- Plano: 8245 Preston Rd.
- Frisco: 13089 Main St. #400
- Prosper: address still TBA
In Houston, the three new locations are: - 10758 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston
- 11388 Fountain Lake Dr, Stafford
- 25830 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy
Conclusion
Singas Famous Pizza is bringing its unique blend of New York-style pizza and international flavors to Texas. With three new locations set to open in Houston and four in the DFW area, pizza lovers in the state will have plenty of opportunities to try this beloved chain. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic pepperoni pie or something more adventurous like the Chef’s Special, Singas Famous Pizza has something for everyone.
