Famous pizza and taproom commemorated its grand opening with ribbon-cutting, giveaway and local charity support
Great Falls, MT (RestaurantNews.com) Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom has officially opened its doors and is now serving its scratch-made pizza, local and legendary craft beer, and fan-favorite casual eats in The Electric City.
The festivities kicked off this morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, where the first 100 guests in line received FREE Old Chicago for a year. To further commemorate the opening with Great Falls residents, the brand partnered with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch, raising funds to support local youth through pre-opening events.
“We’ve been eagerly awaiting this expansion into Great Falls — bringing our signature Old Chicago experience to this incredible community,” said SPB Hospitality CEO Josh Kern. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to grow with our most successful franchise partner, Johnson Restaurant Group, and look forward to welcoming guests with great food and a robust craft beer selection.”
The new restaurant boasts a full dining room with cozy booths, flexible seating, a stocked bar with multiple TVs and a spacious outdoor patio perfect for any gathering. Whether guests are catching a game at the bar or planning a catered event, Old Chicago offers options for every occasion, including online ordering, delivery and party packages.
“Opening Old Chicago in Great Falls is an exciting milestone for our team and a natural next step as we look to grow our presence across the region,” said John Johnson, CEO of Johnson Restaurant Group. “We look forward to becoming a part of this community, bringing people together over great food and drinks while contributing to the future of local youth through our partnership with Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch.”
Old Chicago Great Falls is open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight, offering its popular menu items like Sicilian Pepperoni Rolls, Italian Nachos and scratch-made pizza and pastas. Weekday lunch specials start at $9.99. Guests can enjoy happy hour and late night deals on appetizers and drinks from 4 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close. Guests can also join OC Rewards on the Old Chicago app for free to earn points for every dollar spent, get a free pizza on your birthday and enjoy surprise rewards. There’s also an attached casino for those looking for a little extra fun.
The Great Falls location is run by General Manager Samantha Stefani, with Brice Hanna as Bar Manager, Jennifer Westcott as Service Manager, and Mario Bullchild as Kitchen Manager.
This opening also marks the brand’s fourth location in Montana. For more information about Old Chicago and to find a nearby location, visit OldChicago.com. Download the Old Chicago OC Rewards app for exclusive rewards and offers.
About Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is a leader in the casual dining restaurant segment, specializing in the best local and regional craft beer, serving handcrafted pizza and distinctive taproom fare. Founded in 1976, the craveable Old Chicago menu complements the brand’s vast craft beer selection, a concept differentiator to this day. With over 30 craft beers on tap, Old Chicago is also the home of the World Beer Tour, which rewards members for enjoying 110 of the best craft beers from across the globe. Old Chicago operates in 22 states with more than 55 restaurants nationwide. For more information visit OldChicago.com.
Contact:
Chandler Ray
Champion
817-694-2523
cray@championmgt.com
