The industrial scale of artisanal pizza: how Grimaldi's manages 140,000 pies

How New York’s Best Pizzeria Makes 140,000 Pizzas In Its Coal-Fired Oven Every Year | Big Batches · 10:02 · Video: Insider Food · Watch at the source

In short: Discover the logistical feat behind one of New York’s most iconic pizzerias. This video explores how a Brooklyn flagship maintains traditional methods while producing massive volumes for over 45 locations.

Grimaldi's flagship manages an annual production of 140,000 pizzas using a coal-fired oven maintained at 1,000 degrees. Even though it has grown to over 45 sites throughout America, the Brooklyn site maintains its classic methods and keeps many of its initial workers.

The daily operation requires high-level coordination: veteran pizzaiolos hand-stretch 500 pies every day while the team slices 200 pounds of fresh mozzarella. The video highlights the balance between preserving heritage techniques and achieving industrial scale.

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