Arlington is set to get a taste of California-style pizza as Burattino Pizza prepares to bring its popular brick-oven concept to 6204 S. Cooper Street.
The new restaurant will occupy a former Simple Simon’s Pizza space, Suite 108. CultureMap Fort Worth first reported the Arlington plans, including the February 2027 opening target shared by DFW franchisee George Gomiashvili.
Founded in San Pedro, California, in 2016, Burattino Pizza has built a following with its distinctive approach to pizza and a strong social media presence. The business was later acquired by entrepreneur Emil Chiaberi, whose marketing strategy helped turn the small pizzeria into a widely recognized brand.
The company describes its style as California pizza, featuring a thin crust with a crunchy yet chewy texture and toppings that extend across the pie. Its menu puts a creative spin on familiar combinations, with an emphasis on pepperoni, distinctive sauces and generous portions.
One of the restaurant’s best-known offerings is the 120 Pepperoni pizza, which features 120 slices of pepperoni over mozzarella and marinara. Another standout is the Cheese Lava Pie, made with a four-cheese blend of mozzarella, provolone, feta and Parmesan, both inside and on top of the crust.
Other options include the Dirty Pepperoni, which pairs pepperoni and black olives with black garlic sauce, and the White Clam pizza, topped with chopped clams, bacon, garlic, oregano, mozzarella and Parmesan. The Mexican Pepperoni combines pepperoni, red and green chorizo, bacon, garlic, red onion, jalapeños and mozzarella over a mild salsa base.
The menu also extends beyond pizza, with calzones, mozzarella sticks, salads and baked wings. Customers can choose from several wing flavors, including hot, Korean barbecue and garlic Parmesan.
The Arlington restaurant will be part of a wider Texas expansion. Burattino already has a North Richland Hills location, which marked the brand’s first restaurant in the state. CultureMap Fort Worth also reported plans for a Plano restaurant at 6405 W. Parker Road, with that location expected to open ahead of the Arlington restaurant.
The Arlington location is expected to feature a full bar and cocktail program, while the core food menu and operating hours are planned to remain consistent across the Texas restaurants, according to the media publication.
For more information check out the business website on www.burattino.com
