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    Papa Murphy's
    fast food restaurant

    Papa Murphy's

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    "Change the way you pizza"

    Founded 1995 Vancouver, Washington
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    About

    Customers walk into Papa Murphy's to build their own pies using fresh dough, vegetables, and mozzarella before taking the uncooked creation home. This take-and-bake model eliminates the delivery driver entirely, promising a crispier crust that avoids the sogginess often caused by transit time. The brand launched in 1995 after brothers Tom and Larry Murphey merged two Vancouver, Washington rivals: Papa Aldo's Pizza and Murphy's Pizza.

    The menu features scratch-made ingredients and allows for deep customization at the counter. Recent updates include the permanent return of Chunky Italian Sausage and the Grandma-style pizza after fans demanded them back. While the chain accepts EBT cards at many locations to broaden accessibility, it has faced significant financial headwinds in recent years.

    Papa Murphy's Holdings, Inc. was acquired by MTY Food Group in 2020. Under this ownership, the company has been aggressively closing underperforming units to address declining sales. As of mid-2026, the brand shut down dozens of corporate locations, including all stores in Tennessee and several sites in Missouri where equipment went up for auction.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Take-and-bake pizzaChunky Italian SausageGrandma-style pizzaSidesDesserts

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Papa Murphy's?
    Papa Murphy's is owned by MTY Food Group, a Canadian franchise operator that acquired the brand in 2020 to restructure its operations.
    Is Papa Murphy's still in business?
    Yes, the brand is still operating, though it is currently undergoing a significant reduction in store count, closing dozens of locations in 2026 due to declining sales.
    What makes Papa Murphy's different from other pizza places?
    Unlike traditional delivery chains, Papa Murphy's sells uncooked, fresh pizzas that customers bake at home, ensuring a crispier crust and fresher ingredients.
    Why did Papa Murphy's close so many stores in 2026?
    The closures are part of a strategic overhaul by owner MTY Group to cut losses caused by declining sales and underperforming corporate units.
    Did Papa Murphy's bring back any old toppings?
    Yes, the brand permanently restored popular items like Chunky Italian Sausage and the Grandma-style pizza in response to intense fan demand.

    Keywords

    take and bakefresh pizzaMTY Food GroupVancouver Washingtonuncooked pizza

    Sources

    Papa Murphy's Official SiteWATE - Tennessee ClosuresRestaurant Dive - MTY Acquisition DetailsPMQ - Topping Return NewsTXK Today - Texarkana Closure Report

    Company Info

    Founded
    1995
    Founder
    Tom and Larry Murphey
    Headquarters
    Vancouver, Washington
    Industry
    fast food restaurant
    Parent Company
    MTY Food Group
    Acquisition Year
    2020
    Key Closure Event
    Tennessee market shutdown (August 2026)

    Official Website

    www.papamurphys.com/

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