In This Episode
We are in Morristown, New Jersey to sit down with Shealyn & Nino Coniglio of Coniglio’s Old-Fashioned. These 2 have created an incredible pizzeria that is also a full-scale bakery operation with artisanal bread, pastries, and desserts. Nino gets candid about the real challenges of running a successful restaurant and shares priceless nuggets of wisdom. From firing your entitled customers to creating sustainable business models. With plans for a new bar and additional locations, this pizza power couple proves that success in the pizza game isn’t just about perfect crust – it’s about building something special that serves both your community and your future.
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of comprehensive business planning and proper capitalization
- Why owning property is crucial for long-term success in the restaurant industry
- How to balance quality and scale while maintaining authenticity
- The real economics behind running a successful pizzeria
- Why employee retention and fair wages are crucial for growth • The value (and limitations) of competition wins and media exposure
