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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In a city where craft beer is a culture and flavor is a way of life, Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom Franchise fits right in. Now open in Fort Collins, CO, this location brings together the perfect mix of artisan pizza and next-level taproom innovation — all in one of Colorado’s most dynamic foodie scenes.
Whether you're a CSU student, a local beer lover, or a family searching for a fun and casual dinner spot, Smokin’ Oak delivers a fresh, exciting experience that hits the sweet spot between quality, speed, and local flair.
Wood-Fired Goodness, Built From Scratch
Here, we believe in keeping it real:
Dough made fresh daily
House-crafted sauces
Toppings are prepped every morning
Each pizza is fired in a real wood-burning oven, giving every bite that irresistible flame-kissed flavor. No conveyor belts. No shortcuts. Just artisan pies served fast and hot — the way Fort Collins likes it.
The Taproom Wall Fort Collins Has Been Waiting For
Beyond the food, the star of the show is our self-pour taproom wall — featuring 25+ taps with rotating local brews, hard ciders, and wines. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure experience where guests pour what they want, when they want, and pay by the ounce.
Whether you’re sampling Fort Collins' iconic breweries or just looking for something fun to do with friends, this interactive taproom format is a perfect match for the city's creative, casual energy.
Young, Active, and Food-Savvy Demographics
Home to Colorado State University and ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S., Fort Collins boasts a large population of students, professionals, and families who value fresh, fast, and flavorful dining.
A Craft Beer Capital
With some of Colorado’s most iconic breweries headquartered here — like Odell, New Belgium, and Horse & Dragon — Fort Collins has a built-in audience that appreciates both culinary craftsmanship and beer innovation.
Community-Centered Culture
Locals love supporting businesses that reflect values like sustainability, authenticity, and giving back. Smokin’ Oak’s hands-on kitchen model and community-friendly taproom layout make it a natural fit for this progressive, eco-conscious city.
Prime Retail Corridors with High Visibility
Neighborhoods like Harmony & Ziegler, Front Range Village, and Old Town Fort Collins offer strong traffic, ideal retail pairings, and customer bases that blend students, families, and tech professionals.
Come Visit – Pizza + Pouring Near Harmony & Ziegler
Our Fort Collins location is just minutes from Front Range Village, featuring ample parking, patio seating, and a welcoming vibe. Whether you're dining in with friends, picking up curbside, or ordering online, this is your new favorite place to relax, refuel, and repeat.
Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom Franchise in Broomfield, CO
To bring that experience, the local owners of the Broomfield, Colorado, Smokin’ Oak Pizza, Tahmina Rakhi, embrace the team approach:“It’s all about our staff! Our staff is energetic and likes to have fun, and our guests love them!”
Tahmina selected the Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom franchise to share with Broomfield residents because the food is that good. During their search for the best pizza franchise and perfect restaurant to bring to their community, they connected with the Smokin’ Oak Pizza brand because of its “customer first” Midwest charm. “The Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza made-from-scratch menu and engaging customer experience really spoke to us as a huge value,” says Tahmina.
Ready to Launch Your Own Pizza + Taproom Concept?
If you're exploring franchise opportunities in Fort Collins or nearby Northern Colorado cities like Loveland, Greeley, or Longmont, Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom offers a franchise model built for growth, guest experience, and operational simplicity.
Let’s bring more fire — and flavor — to Colorado.
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.
