Smokin' Oak Pizza Franchise adopts a model that leverages a tested and successful business approach, managed by skilled and passionate industry leaders. This enables franchisees to concentrate on their core strengths and operations, while still reaping the rewards and benefits of owning a thriving business in the competitive pizza industry.
Our pledge is to provide you the highest level of training, ongoing support, operational knowledge and respect as you begin your journey to opening a Smokin’ Oak Pizza franchise.
Have an introductory call with the development team.
Attend the Smokin' Oak Pizza franchise webinar.
Review the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Have a call with the Franchise Management Team.
Participate in Discovery Day at a Smokin' Oak Pizza location.
Execute the Franchise agreement.
Site selection, architectural design and construction begins.
Kick off your marketing campaign for your grand opening.
On-site training and support at your franchise location.
Host Grand Opening Day at your brand new location!
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Omaha knows how to blend tradition with innovation — and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom. Welcome to a place where crackling wood-fired ovens, fresh ingredients, and self-pour craft taps create an experience that’s as memorable as it is mouthwatering.
Whether you're heading home from a day at the zoo, meeting friends in the Old Market, or enjoying family night in West Omaha, you'll find our food-forward, fun-filled vibe is exactly what Omaha was missing.
Pizza the Right Way — From Scratch, On Fire
At Smokin’ Oak Omaha, we don’t do shortcuts — we do scratch-made, fire-blasted pizza with real ingredients, prepared fresh daily:
Handmade dough prepared in-house every morning
Sauces mixed from scratch using whole ingredients
Fresh-cut toppings, never frozen
Every pizza is cooked in a real wood-fired oven, giving it that unmistakable char, crunch, and bold flavor. This is pizza that’s fast — but never fast food.
Nebraska’s Most Interactive Taproom Experience
Get ready to pour your own way. Our self-pour taproom wall features 25+ rotating taps of craft beer, cider, wine, and local Nebraska brews. Whether you're exploring new flavors or sticking with your favorite, you're in control.
Swipe. Pour. Sip. Repeat.
It’s perfect for game days, after-work hangouts, and casual nights out — no lines, no waiting, just a smooth taproom experience.
Conveniently Located in the Heart of Omaha
You'll find us just off West Dodge Road — making us easy to reach from downtown, Millard, Elkhorn, and everywhere in between.
We offer:
Comfortable indoor seating
Seasonal patio dining
Curbside pickup
Online ordering and delivery options
Whether it's a family dinner, lunch break, or weekend pizza and pints — Smokin’ Oak is the go-to spot for flavor and fun.
Meet the Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom Franchise Owners in Omaha: Dan & Maribeth
Smokin’ Oak Omaha is proudly owned and operated by Dan and Maribeth, local residents who saw an opportunity to bring something fresh, fast, and family-friendly to their community.
This Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza is in the heart of Omaha at Midtown Crossing on 32nd and Farnam. It’s just minutes from downtown, Creighton University, and Mutual of Omaha, directly off of Dodge and Farnam Streets. And it’s just five minutes from UNO and one mile from UNMC, making Smokin’ Oak a must-visit for the college crowd. They offer third-party delivery, curbside pickup, online ordering, and a welcoming dining room and patio for you to enjoy an outstanding dining experience.
Dan and Maribeth also have an inviting message to residents of Omaha and those visiting the area: “We can't wait to share our truly fresh pizza experience with you.”
With deep ties to the area and a passion for service, Dan and Maribeth have created more than a restaurant — they've created a community gathering place. From school fundraisers to local nonprofit partnerships, they're committed to giving back to the neighborhoods that raised them.
Thinking About Opening a Smokin’ Oak in Nebraska?
Omaha is just the beginning. With strong growth across the region and increasing demand for premium fast-casual dining, there’s room to expand across Papillion, Lincoln, Grand Island, and beyond.
Our franchise program offers:
A proven concept with growing national recognition
Full support in operations, training, and marketing
A unique guest experience that sets your location apart
Ready to fire up your future in Nebraska? Smokin’ Oak is the brand to grow with.
We combine old world baking methods with fresh quality ingredients to produce our amazing wood-fired pizza. It is admired by pizza lovers across the U.S. Fresh ingredients, never frozen is not just a motto, but our way life! We’re so fresh, we don’t have a freezer!
The concept was created in 2009 as an independent restaurant with an eye on expansion and franchising the model. When Smokin’ Oak Pizza began franchising in 2017, we took those 8 years of experience and injected those learnings into the franchise model.
The pizza industry generates over $40 billion per year in revenue. The average American eats 23 pounds of pizza every year. 93% of American eat pizza monthly and 13% of Americans say they eat pizza daily!
We are not only wood-fired pizza experts, but industry leaders in restaurant operations. Our seasoned management team has significant experience in human resources, employee and management development and training, product development, branding, marketing, and financial services.
Simply put, when our Franchisees succeed, we succeed. As part of our Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza family, you will receive comprehensive assistance and the full benefit of our management team’s extensive restaurant experience.
