Del Popolo to close in May
San Francisco’s acclaimed pizzeria Del Popolo announced it will close its doors in May as the owner pivots to a frozen sourdough pizza business — a notable exit for the city’s Italian scene Del Popolo closing.
Del Popolo will serve its final wood‑fired pizza on May 8 at 855 Bush Street in Union Square. (sfgate.com) Owner and founder Jon Darsky announced the decision in an Instagram post, saying he’s ready to “begin a new chapter” focused on the brand’s frozen pizzas. (sfgate.com) Darsky first launched Del Popolo as a glass‑walled pizza truck in 2012 and opened the Bush Street brick‑and‑mortar in November 2015. (sfgate.com) The restaurant began selling frozen pies in 2020; SFGATE reports those pizzas are now carried in more than 100 grocery stores across California, Arizona and Nevada. (sfgate.com) Del Popolo’s own “Where to Buy” page lists dozens of specific retailers in the Bay Area, and the company’s FAQ states the frozen line is available in over 60 local stores plus wider shipping partners across multiple states. (delpopolo.com) The Michelin Guide recognized Del Popolo with a Bib Gourmand during its run, and the restaurant’s closure marks the end of its brick‑and‑mortar chapter even as the brand shifts to retail distribution. (sfgate.com)
