We Are the MRLA: Klavon's Pizzeria
Owner Name: Justin Klavon
Director of Operations - FOH: Andrea Willcut
Director of Operations - BOH: David Hawkins
City: Jackson and Mason
Year Founded: 2007
Website: klavons.com
MRLA Member Since: 2013
What is your business’ niche or specialty?
At Klavon’s, our specialty is handcrafted artisan pizza, featuring styles like Detroit, Chicago Stuffed, Neapolitan, and Classic American. We meticulously craft each pizza to stay true to its origin, utilizing specific dough recipes and pans to achieve the desired texture, flavor, and thickness. Our house-made recipes undergo hours of preparation daily, reflecting our commitment to uncompromising quality. We are renowned for creating memorable experiences and delivering delicious, handcrafted pizza and cocktails. We obsess over the smallest details and constantly innovate to ensure that our guests' experience and our pizza are among the best they’ve ever had.
We go to great lengths to guarantee that our pizza is not only the best but consistently the best every time you order. We emphasize the importance of consistency. Our environment stands out with a 5-star expectation for food quality and hospitality, maintaining a casual, comfortable atmosphere where you can relax, catch up with friends, and enjoy the game. Guests frequently return to Klavon’s, praising our team for providing a level of customer service they rarely find elsewhere.
We believe in building a culture unlike any other business, grounded in loyalty, integrity, and empathy. Our success is attributed to the people on our team and in our community. At Klavon’s, you can be assured that every item you order is crafted with meticulous care.
Why is the MRLA important to you and your business?
The MRLA is important to us as it brings like-minded people together, fostering a sense of community where we can share experiences and challenges with fellow restaurateurs. Being part of this community provides us with valuable support, guidance, and networking resources that contribute significantly to our operations.
Klavon's Pizzeria Highlights:
Director of Operations - FOH: Andrea Willcut
Director of Operations - BOH: David Hawkins
City: Jackson and Mason
Year Founded: 2007
Website: klavons.com
MRLA Member Since: 2013
What is your business’ niche or specialty?
At Klavon’s, our specialty is handcrafted artisan pizza, featuring styles like Detroit, Chicago Stuffed, Neapolitan, and Classic American. We meticulously craft each pizza to stay true to its origin, utilizing specific dough recipes and pans to achieve the desired texture, flavor, and thickness. Our house-made recipes undergo hours of preparation daily, reflecting our commitment to uncompromising quality. We are renowned for creating memorable experiences and delivering delicious, handcrafted pizza and cocktails. We obsess over the smallest details and constantly innovate to ensure that our guests' experience and our pizza are among the best they’ve ever had.
We go to great lengths to guarantee that our pizza is not only the best but consistently the best every time you order. We emphasize the importance of consistency. Our environment stands out with a 5-star expectation for food quality and hospitality, maintaining a casual, comfortable atmosphere where you can relax, catch up with friends, and enjoy the game. Guests frequently return to Klavon’s, praising our team for providing a level of customer service they rarely find elsewhere.
We believe in building a culture unlike any other business, grounded in loyalty, integrity, and empathy. Our success is attributed to the people on our team and in our community. At Klavon’s, you can be assured that every item you order is crafted with meticulous care.
Why is the MRLA important to you and your business?
The MRLA is important to us as it brings like-minded people together, fostering a sense of community where we can share experiences and challenges with fellow restaurateurs. Being part of this community provides us with valuable support, guidance, and networking resources that contribute significantly to our operations.
Klavon's Pizzeria Highlights:
- Our Story & Styles: Diverse pizza styles, each crafted with the finest ingredients and fermented dough, are the hallmark of our menu. Also, our journey from a take-out pizza business founded by a passionate 19-year-old entrepreneur to one of Michigan’s favorite pizzeria, is nothing short of exciting. See our website and click on ‘Our Story’ for more!
- Delicious Diversities: We serve not only pizza but also a full menu with carefully perfected items like Hottie Knotties, pinwheels, Reuben sandwiches, and Espresso Martinis. Along with your amazing pizza, you can enjoy seasonal cocktails crafted with house-made ingredients.
- Inviting Atmosphere: We intentionally create a warm and welcoming aesthetic for the dining experience, aiming to make guests feel as comfortable as they would be at home. We take pride in friendly smiles and unique customer service, valuing both our guests and dedicated team.
- Events: We provide exceptional event spaces to enhance our ability to host celebrations for life's most significant moments.
- People & Positivity: We hire individuals who align with and believe in our core values and mission, ensuring that they contribute to creating a culture of loyalty and integrity, and we place a strong emphasis on people, both guests and employees, reflecting our passion for building a loyal community. For the past ten years, every December, we have celebrated Employee Appreciation Day by allocating all sales from that day specifically to our staff.
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