Marcus Rivera
Founder & CEO
Marcus founded dions with one pizza oven and an unwavering belief that Albuquerque deserved extraordinary food. His vision still drives the brand today.
Our Story
About Dion's — More Than Just Pizza
At dion's, we've been bringing Albuquerque's favourite dions pizza and fresh food to the table for decades. Every slice, every dish, every smile is a chapter in our story.
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40+
Years Serving NM
Our Journey
The dions Story —
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The dions Story —
Born in Albuquerque
Dion's began with a simple dream: bring the community together over honest, delicious food. What started as a single location in Albuquerque, NM, has grown into one of the region's most beloved restaurant brands — powered by the same passion for quality that launched us from the very beginning.
The name dion's has always stood for more than great dions pizza. It represents a commitment to our neighbours, our team, and the belief that real food — made with real ingredients — can bring real joy. From our hand-tossed crusts to our fresh salad bar, every detail matters.
Today, Dions continues to serve Albuquerque families, office teams, and hungry students who trust us for every occasion — weeknight dinners, special celebrations, or a quick dion's pizza fix on a busy Friday.
40+
Years in Business
10+
Locations
500K+
Happy Customers
100%
Fresh Ingredients
"Our mission is simple: serve fresh, flavourful food that brings people together — every single day, at every single table."
— The Dions Team, Albuquerque NM
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
These aren't just words on a wall — they guide every pizza we bake, every order we take, and every customer we serve at dions.
Fresh Quality
We source the freshest ingredients every morning. No shortcuts, no compromises — your dions pizza deserves nothing less.
Community First
Dion's was built by Albuquerque for Albuquerque. We invest in our neighbours, support local suppliers, and celebrate our community.
Made With Heart
Every recipe has a story. Our team puts genuine care into every dish — because food made with love simply tastes better.
Speed & Reliability
Great food shouldn't make you wait forever. We're committed to fast, consistent service that you can count on every visit.
Milestones
Our History —
Our History —
A dion's Pizza Journey
From one small kitchen in Albuquerque to a celebrated New Mexico institution — here's how dions grew.
The First Location Opens
Dion's opens its very first restaurant on Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque. The menu is simple — handmade dion's pizza, fresh salads, and house-made dressings. The community falls in love immediately.
Expansion Across Albuquerque
Riding a wave of loyal fans, dions expands to three new locations across Albuquerque. The signature dion's pizza recipe earns a reputation as the best in New Mexico.
Best of Albuquerque Award
Dion's is named Best Local Restaurant by the Albuquerque Journal — a recognition that cements our place in the city's food culture and motivates the team to keep innovating.
Fresh Salad Bar Launches
Responding to customer demand for more wholesome choices, dions introduces its iconic fresh salad bar — pairing perfectly with our beloved dions pizza for a complete meal experience.
Online Ordering Goes Live
Dion's embraces the digital era, launching online ordering and delivery for the Albuquerque area. Customers can now order their favourite dion's pizza from the comfort of home.
Serving the Next Generation
With over 10 locations and hundreds of dedicated team members, dions continues to evolve — introducing new menu items, catering services, and a renewed commitment to the Albuquerque community.
The People Behind dion's
Meet Our Team
Dions is powered by passionate people who believe in great food, warm service, and showing up for their community every single day.
Sofia Delgado
Head Chef
Sofia brings over 18 years of culinary expertise to every dion's pizza and menu item. She oversees recipe development and quality control across all locations.
James Okafor
Operations Director
James ensures every dions location runs with precision and heart. His obsession with consistency means you get the same great experience whether it's your first visit or your hundredth.
Elena Chávez
Customer Experience
Elena is the voice of the dion's customer. She champions feedback, drives service improvements, and makes sure every guest leaves happier than when they arrived.