About Dion's — Our Story
From a single counter in Albuquerque to New Mexico's most-loved dions pizza destination — discover the passion, people, and values behind every slice.
How dion's Became Albuquerque's Beloved Pizzeria
It all started in 1978 when founder Dion opened a small counter-service restaurant with one goal: serve fresh, hand-crafted dion's pizza made with real ingredients and real care. No shortcuts, no frozen dough — just honest food made by hand every single day in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The community fell in love immediately. Word spread block by block across the city. What began as a neighborhood spot grew into a regional institution, expanding to multiple locations while staying true to the original dions recipe and spirit that made it special in the first place.
- Hand-stretched dough made fresh every morning in-store
- Locally sourced produce and premium New Mexico green chile
- Family-friendly dining with fast, friendly counter service
- Community-focused — proudly giving back to local schools & nonprofits
Our Mission & Purpose
At dions, every decision — from ingredient sourcing to how we greet you at the counter — comes back to one central purpose: making people happy through great food.
Made with Love
Every pizza, salad, and sandwich is prepared with genuine care. We treat each order as if it's for our own family.
Fresh Ingredients
We source locally whenever possible and never compromise on freshness. Real ingredients, real flavor — that's the dion's promise.
Community First
We're proud New Mexicans. Dions actively supports local schools, charities, and events because this community made us who we are.
Quality Always
45+ years of consistency means quality is non-negotiable. We hold ourselves to the same high standard every single day.
The Values Behind dions Pizza
These aren't just words on a wall — they're the principles that guide every team member, every day.
Integrity
We do the right thing — even when no one's watching. Honest ingredients, fair prices, and transparent practices.
Speed & Consistency
Fast counter service without cutting corners. Your dions pizza is always ready quickly and always tastes the same — great.
Genuine Hospitality
A warm smile and a friendly greeting are part of the recipe. We aim to be the highlight of your day, not just your meal.
Sustainability
We minimize waste, support local farms, and continuously improve our environmental footprint for future generations.
Innovation
We honor tradition but embrace creativity. Seasonal specials and new creations keep the menu exciting while staying true to dion's roots.
Family Welcoming
Dions is for everyone — from kids on their first pizza night to families celebrating milestones big and small.
Meet the Dions Team
Behind every perfect dion's pizza is a team of passionate people who love what they do and love serving you.
Marcus Rivera
Head PizzaioloWith 18 years of dough-slinging experience, Marcus perfected the original dions crust recipe and mentors every new hire on the craft of pizza-making.
Sofia Gutierrez
Operations DirectorSofia oversees day-to-day operations across all Dions locations, ensuring every guest receives the same warm, efficient dion's experience every visit.
James Hoffman
Executive ChefJames brings culinary school training and New Mexican heritage together in every sauce recipe. His green chile blend is legendary among regular dions customers.
Priya Anand
Community LeadPriya leads Dions' community partnerships, school fundraisers, and local events — because for dion's, giving back is just as important as great pizza.
The History of Dions Pizza
From a single storefront to a New Mexico institution — here's how dion's grew one great pizza at a time.
Dion opens the very first dion's counter on Juan Tabo Boulevard in Albuquerque. The menu is simple: pizza, salad, and lemonade. The line wraps around the block on opening day.
After six years of packed dining rooms, Dions opens its second location on Montgomery. The signature green chile pizza debuts and immediately becomes the best-selling item in dions history.
Dions formalizes partnerships with local New Mexico farms and chile producers. A commitment to fresh, never-frozen dough becomes company policy — a standard dion's has never broken since.
Dions wins "Best Pizza in New Mexico" by the Albuquerque Journal — an award they would go on to claim again and again. The dions brand becomes synonymous with quality pizza in the Southwest.
The Dions Cares community fundraising program launches, partnering with local schools and nonprofits. To date, the program has donated over $2 million back to Albuquerque's communities.
Dions launches online ordering and a mobile-friendly platform, bringing the beloved dion's pizza experience directly to customers' phones. Online orders grow 300% in the first year.
With 12+ locations across New Mexico and the same original recipes that started it all, dions continues to grow — always staying true to the freshness, community spirit, and bold flavor that made dion's a legend.