The marcos Origin Story
Marcos began as a dream — a small kitchen, a family recipe, and an obsession with creating the perfect marco's pizza right here on Marco Island, Florida.
In 2012, founder Marco Ricci opened our doors with nothing but a wood-fired oven, hand-stretched dough, and a deep respect for Italian culinary tradition. Word spread fast through the island community, and what started as a tiny local spot quickly became a neighborhood staple.
— Marco Ricci, Founder
Today, Marcos serves thousands of guests each year, maintaining the same artisan standards and personal touch that defined our very first slice. From classic Margherita to inventive seasonal specials, every marcos pizza is made with the same love as day one.
Mission & Core Values
Everything we do at Marcos is guided by a clear purpose: to bring people together through outstanding marco pizza crafted with integrity, creativity, and genuine care for our community.
Made with Passion
Every dough we hand-stretch, every sauce we slow-simmer is an act of love. Passion is the secret ingredient in every Marcos pie.
Fresh Ingredients
We source locally wherever possible, partnering with Florida farmers and suppliers to deliver the freshest, highest-quality toppings daily.
Community First
Marco Island is home, and we take that seriously. We sponsor local events, support schools, and give back to the community that built us.
Uncompromising Quality
From our hand-tossed crust to our signature sauces, we never cut corners. Every marcos pizza meets our strict quality standard before it reaches you.
A Decade of marco pizza Excellence
From a single oven to a full kitchen team — here's how Marcos grew into the marco's pizza destination it is today.
Doors Open on Marco Island
Marco Ricci opens Marcos at 227 N Collier Blvd with a wood-fired oven, family recipes, and a dream to bring authentic Italian pizza to the Florida coast.
First Local Award
Marcos wins "Best Pizza on Marco Island" in the Naples Daily News Reader's Choice Awards — the first of many community recognitions for our marco pizza craftsmanship.
Kitchen Expansion
Rising demand leads to a full kitchen renovation, doubling capacity and adding a dedicated pasta station and catering prep area to serve larger events.
Online Ordering Launch
Marcos goes digital — launching our online order platform so islanders and visitors can get their favorite marcos pizza with just a few clicks, for pickup or delivery.
Farm-to-Table Partnership
We formalize our local sourcing program, partnering with three Southwest Florida farms to supply fresh tomatoes, herbs, and produce directly to our kitchen year-round.
Franchise Program Launched
With 12 years of proven success, Marcos launches a franchise program to bring authentic marco's pizza to new communities — growing the family without losing the soul.
Meet the Marcos Team
Our team is our greatest ingredient. Each member brings expertise, passion, and genuine dedication to making every marcos pizza experience exceptional.
Marco Ricci
Founder & Head PizzaioloBorn in Naples, Marco trained under master pizzaiolos before bringing his passion for authentic marco pizza to Marco Island in 2012. He oversees every recipe and quality standard.
Sofia Ricci
Co-Founder & Operations DirectorSofia keeps Marcos running like a well-oiled machine. Her background in hospitality management ensures every guest experience — dine-in or delivery — exceeds expectations.
Carlos Mendez
Executive ChefCarlos brings 15 years of culinary expertise to Marcos, leading our kitchen team in crafting seasonal specials and pushing the creative boundaries of classic marco pizza traditions.
Priya Patel
Customer Experience ManagerPriya is the warm voice and caring presence behind every Marcos interaction. She champions customer satisfaction and ensures our community always feels welcomed and valued.
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