Unc’s Pizza is opening today in downtown Detroit’s Capitol Park area. The Detroit-style pizzeria’s concept draws inspiration from neighborhood pizza spots. The restaurant is named after Kahn’s Uncle Paul, who was known as ‘Unc.’
Unc’s Pizza Opens in Capitol Park
Unc’s Pizza is located inside the historic Detroit & Northern Building at 1133 Griswold Street. The restaurant is a collaboration between the owners of Dime Store and Tony Sacco of Mootz Pizzeria + Bar.
Unc’s Pizza spans about 7,300 square feet within the building. It includes approximately 6,300 square feet of interior space spread across two floors. The restaurant features 80 seats inside and 50 outdoor seats.
The concept is developed by Larry Kahn, Ann-Marie Murphy, and Jeff Alexander. “We wanted to create the neighborhood pizza place we all wish still existed,” said co-owner Larry Kahn. “The kind of place where everyone feels welcome, families stay awhile, and another chair is pulled up to the table.”
Uncle Paul, the restaurant’s namesake, was a World War II veteran and long-time Detroit Edison employee. He was known for his warm, generous, and strong sense of community spirit, which influenced the concept of Unc’s Pizza.
The kitchen is headed by Executive Chefs Andrew Shedden and Josh Taylor. They have experience at Café Ba-Ba-Reeba!, Moto in Chicago, and other establishments such as Olin, Dime Store, and Supergeil in Detroit.
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What to Expect at the Restaurant
Detroit-style pizza is the focus of the menu. Familiar favorites include mozzarella sticks, chicken wings, and chicken tenders.
Unc’s Pizza features The Pink Room, Mama Fratelli, Meat Sweats, Chicken Parm, Italian Beef, and Tokyo Drift pizzas. The menu also includes shareable items such as cheese bread, pepperoni balls, and seasoned fries.
Pizzas can be topped with an assortment of meats, vegetables, and cheeses, and are available with gluten-free crusts and vegan cheese options.
The interior of the restaurant is designed by Colin Tury of Tury Design, with architectural work by Isabelle Leysens of Plan to Build. Unc’s Pizza will be open Sunday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. The restaurant will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to midnight.
As Unc’s Pizza welcomes guests, it joins downtown Detroit’s Capitol Park dining scene with a menu centered on Detroit-style pizza and classic pizzeria dishes.
