Pizza Mia - Bellefonte, PA

"Little Local Pizza Shop" Growing Its Reputation Through Passion for Pizza

The history of pizza is long and often debated. But one thing is certain: it began with bread, or crust as it is now known. Then, somewhere along the way, the crust was taken for granted…it became nothing more than a vehicle for delivering fancy toppings… a convenient way to keep your fingers out of sauce and cheese…in fact, it is often, sadly, thrown away.

Now, thanks to Bellefonte-based Pizza Mia owners John and Melissa Jennings, the tragic tale of the crust is taking a dramatic and delicious turn.

"Our crust is truly a labor of love," says Melissa, known as Mel, to her family, friends and loyal customers. "It is made fresh daily… we don't just say that like some of other pizza chains… we personally make it, every single day, with our own special recipe." And pizza lovers are taking notice. There's a buzz about their crust, made from spring harvest flour, specially filtered Bellefonte spring water, 100% extra virgin olive oil, premium harvest gold raw cane sugar, salt and yeast, and hand-tossed every time.

When other pizza chains talk about the freshness of their ingredients, freshness is a relative term. John and Melissa get their vegetables locally when they are available, and only from select farms that they've evaluated for growing practices, such as pesticide use. So their vegetables aren't only fresh, their usually locally grown with as few chemicals as possible.

Add their perfectly seasoned sauce, and the absolute freshest cheese, veggies and meats, and Pizza Mia offers a taste of pizza heaven.  "You'll love our pizza, simple as that," says John. "We are passionate about it, and that comes through in every pie." Not to mention every sub, stromboli, salad and wrap.  

Ask around and hear it first-hand. Their customers are super loyal and more than willing to praise this "little local pizza shop" that's earning a great big reputation. Bellefonte residents consider themselves lucky to have such a gem right in the heart of their town. "The best pizza in Happy Valley, hands down," said one diner, "and it's our little secret."

Not so secret anymore. Located in Historic Bellefonte, Pizza Mia has a great spot on Spring Street, right off High Street between Talleyrand Park and the Courthouse. The newly made-over dining room features comfortable oversized booths and flat screen televisions showing all family entertainment.  It's the perfect place to enjoy a meal the entire family will enjoy.

Just as they do with their menu, John and Mel take personal pride in their delivery service. When they say fast, they mean it. Every meal is delivered hot and freshly made, every time, everywhere, every day of the week. Pizza Mia delivers to Bellefonte, Pleasant Gap, Zion, Milesburg, Continental Courts, and the Nittany Mall. Carry out is also available.

If you're planning an event, Pizza Mia can meet all your catering needs, with packages as delicious as they are affordable, including starters and sides, a variety of sandwich and deli trays, cookies and assorted desserts, and soda. Their birthday party package let's kids make their own personal-sized pizza. 

Pizza Mia also offers a fundraising program, perfect for schools, church groups, scouts, and other organizations. Groups simply select a dine-in date where 20% of proceeds will benefit their organization. It's as simple as promoting their selected dine-in date to family, friends and neighbors, and getting a 20% rebate check after they dine.

Stop leaving your crust behind!  If you haven't tried Pizza Mia, come taste what you're missing at this unique local favorite.