More than a pizzeria — we are a community tradition. Discover the story, passion, and people behind every handcrafted pie.
Dewey's pizza was born in 2008 from a simple, unwavering conviction: that great pizza demands great ingredients, real craftsmanship, and a whole lot of heart. What started as a single wood-fired oven in a modest St Charles storefront quickly grew into one of Missouri's most beloved neighborhood pizzerias.
"I didn't want to open just another pizza place. I wanted to create the kind of spot where families come back every Friday night — and where the pizza is so good, nobody even checks their phone."
— Dewey Hartmann, FounderOver the past 16 years, deweys pizza has served hundreds of thousands of guests, expanded our menu to include seasonal specialty pies, homemade sauces from scratch, and locally sourced produce from Missouri farms. Every dough ball is hand-stretched daily. Every sauce simmers for four hours. Every pie is crafted with the same devotion that Dewey brought to the very first pizza he ever made.
Authentic 900°F wood-fired ovens for the perfect char and crisp.
Vegetables and proteins from Missouri farms we know and trust.
Every dough stretched by hand, every sauce stirred with care.
Proud sponsors of local schools, events, and neighborhood causes.
At Dewey's, we believe pizza is more than food — it's a gathering force. Our mission is to bring people together around a table, a shared pie, and a shared moment.
We never cut corners. Premium San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and imported Italian 00 flour — because quality is non-negotiable.
From compostable packaging to partnering with local farms, we are committed to reducing our footprint while elevating our flavors.
We give back through school fundraisers, free meals programs, and sponsoring local St Charles events that bring our community together.
Our chefs experiment with seasonal specials, global flavors, and new techniques — always evolving while honoring the traditions that made dewey's famous.
Since day one, our core values have guided every decision — from how we source our ingredients to how we treat our team and guests. This is the dewey way.
We source honestly, cook transparently, and never substitute quality for convenience. Our guests deserve to know exactly what's in their food.
Pizza-making is an art form. We honor it through proper fermentation, hand techniques, and a refusal to rush the process.
Our team members earn living wages, grow their skills, and are treated with respect. Happy team, better pizza — it really is that simple.
Every guest is family. From your first visit to your hundredth, we want you to feel at home at Dewey's pizza.
From a single wood-fired oven to a St Charles institution — here's how Dewey's pizza grew into the place you know and love today.
Dewey Hartmann opens the original Dewey's pizza location on S 5th Street with a single wood-fired oven, four tables, and a dream. The first night sells out by 7pm.
Dewey's earns its first "Best Pizza" award from the St Charles Dining Guide, cementing its place as the go-to pizzeria in the region. A second oven is installed to meet demand.
Dewey's triples its seating capacity with a full dining room expansion, adding a covered patio, private event space, and a full bar program featuring local craft beers.
After years of guest requests, Dewey's launches its full-service catering program, bringing handcrafted pizzas to weddings, corporate events, and local festivals across Missouri.
During challenging times, Dewey's pivots to curbside pickup, contactless delivery, and DIY pizza kits — keeping the St Charles community fed and connected when it mattered most.
Dewey's pizza celebrates 16 years of handcrafted excellence, over 500,000 pizzas served, and a team of 40+ dedicated staff members who make every day special.
Behind every extraordinary pizza is an extraordinary person. Our team brings passion, skill, and warmth to everything they do at Dewey's pizza.
Founder & Owner
The man behind the legend. Dewey spent three years training in Naples, Italy before returning to his hometown of St Charles to share what he'd learned. His belief that pizza is about connection — not just food — still drives every decision at dewey's.
Neapolitan Classics
Executive Head Chef
Maria joined Dewey's in 2012 after a decade in fine dining across Chicago and Kansas City. She transformed our seasonal menu program, introducing globally inspired specialty pies and homemade dessert calzones that have become fan favorites at deweys pizza.
Seasonal Specialties
Master Dough Artisan
James is the quiet genius of the kitchen. His 72-hour cold fermentation technique creates a crust that is simultaneously airy, chewy, and perfectly charred. He's been perfecting dough at Dewey's for nine years, and guests notice the difference with every single bite.
Artisan Fermentation
Guest Experience Director
Sophie ensures that every single visit to Dewey's is one worth remembering. From coordinating private events to training our front-of-house team in the art of genuine hospitality, she is the heartbeat of the Dewey's dining experience.
Hospitality & EventsWant to join the Dewey's family? We are always looking for passionate people.
Get in Touch with Our TeamNow that you know our story, we'd love to share a pizza with you. Visit us at 1520 S 5th St, St Charles, MO, or place your order online today. Experience what 16 years of craft and passion taste like.