Detroit's Pizza Scene is About to Get a Boost as Amelia Street Pizza Co. Opens Brick-and-Mortar in Hazel Park
Acclaimed chef James Rigato has partnered with Matt Arb, the mastermind behind the popular pizza pop-up Amelia Street Pizza Co., to bring his signature pies to the good people of Hazel Park. The duo aims for a spring opening and promises that the new location will serve up some of the best pizzas in town.
Arb, who initially launched his venture out of his home kitchen after seven years as a refinancing banker at Rocket Mortgage, has already gained a following on social media. His pizzas caught the attention of Rigato, who became an investor and mentor to Arb's project. The low-frills shop will feature a simple menu with cheese, pepperoni, and a rotating special, accompanied by cheese bread, cookies, and soft drinks.
"We've wanted to open a pizza spot for a long time," Rigato said, "but this is not a Mabel Gray project. This is Matt's business and Matt's pizza. My mentorship is on the business and behind-the-scenes side." Arb echoed Rigato's sentiments, saying that having his culinary hero in his corner has made him feel even more confident about the project.
The new shop will be located at 951 E. Nine Mile Rd., just a stone's throw away from Mabel Gray, another high-end restaurant owned by Rigato. With its proximity to established dining spots and a party store next door, the location is prime for attracting customers looking for a unique pizza experience.
Amelia Street Pizza Co.'s spring opening promises to bring some much-needed excitement to Hazel Park's food scene. As for Arb, he's grateful for Rigato's guidance and support, saying that it will help him "make something from the ground up" without compromising on his vision. With its talented team and commitment to serving up top-notch pies, this pop-up is poised to become a neighborhood favorite.
Acclaimed chef James Rigato has partnered with Matt Arb, the mastermind behind the popular pizza pop-up Amelia Street Pizza Co., to bring his signature pies to the good people of Hazel Park. The duo aims for a spring opening and promises that the new location will serve up some of the best pizzas in town.
Arb, who initially launched his venture out of his home kitchen after seven years as a refinancing banker at Rocket Mortgage, has already gained a following on social media. His pizzas caught the attention of Rigato, who became an investor and mentor to Arb's project. The low-frills shop will feature a simple menu with cheese, pepperoni, and a rotating special, accompanied by cheese bread, cookies, and soft drinks.
"We've wanted to open a pizza spot for a long time," Rigato said, "but this is not a Mabel Gray project. This is Matt's business and Matt's pizza. My mentorship is on the business and behind-the-scenes side." Arb echoed Rigato's sentiments, saying that having his culinary hero in his corner has made him feel even more confident about the project.
The new shop will be located at 951 E. Nine Mile Rd., just a stone's throw away from Mabel Gray, another high-end restaurant owned by Rigato. With its proximity to established dining spots and a party store next door, the location is prime for attracting customers looking for a unique pizza experience.
Amelia Street Pizza Co.'s spring opening promises to bring some much-needed excitement to Hazel Park's food scene. As for Arb, he's grateful for Rigato's guidance and support, saying that it will help him "make something from the ground up" without compromising on his vision. With its talented team and commitment to serving up top-notch pies, this pop-up is poised to become a neighborhood favorite.
, finally some good news about Detroit's pizza scene!!! I'm lowkey obsessed with pizza and it's been ages since we've had a new spot open up around here. Amelia Street Pizza Co. is literally gonna change the game - James Rigato & Matt Arb are like two peas in a pod when it comes to delivering on that perfect pie. Hazel Park just got a serious upgrade, no cap 
. I'm already counting down the days until spring opening...
! hazel park's food scene just got leveled up and i'm hyped for the spring opening 
james rigato & matt arb are like pizza royalty, and their collab is gonna bring some serious heat 
can't wait to sink my teeth into that cheesy goodness 
i mean, who doesn't love overpriced pizza with artisanal toppings? and great, just what hazel park needed, more options for the 1% crowd. i'm sure it'll be a total game changer for the area. btw, has anyone seen james rigato's face on instagram yet? 
I'm super stoked about Amelia Street Pizza Co. opening in Hazel Park! It's like, finally someone's bringing some real pizza love to that area. James Rigato and Matt Arb are on fire - their pizzas better be out of this world or I'll be super disappointed 
. And the fact that it's not just a fancy-schmancy place is exactly what I'm looking for - simple menu, affordable prices... sounds like a match made in heaven! They should totally have some weird and wonderful topping combos too, you know? Give me a pie with fig jam and prosciutto any day 
. Bring on the spring opening and let's get this pizza party started! 
I'm so stoked to hear about Amelia Street Pizza Co.'s brick-and-mortar opening in Hazel Park! Matt Arb's pizzas have been rave reviews on social media and with James Rigato on board, it's gonna be lit 
the location is perfect too, all it needs now is a spring opening 
can't wait for this place to become a fave spot in town 
am so hyped about Amelia Street Pizza Co opening in Hazel Park!!! 
i love how humble he is too, not trying to make it a Mabel Gray thing, just staying true to his own vision 
and the location is perfect 
, like what's new? we got mabel gray just down the street already 
951 E. Nine Mile Rd better watch out cuz arb's pizza game is comin for u 