About Us
We are a family of passionate visionaries, relentless overachievers, and bold risk-takers. Driven by deep-rooted East Coast heritage and an uncompromising work ethic, everything we do is built on family unity, culinary grit, and the courage to push boundaries.
Driven by passion
Our Story
From our original roots at E 11th & High to our second chapter on Coburg Road in 2022, every step of our journey has been driven by the incredible support of the Eugene-Springfield community. Thanks to the overwhelming response from our loyal regulars and local advocates, we are proudly taking the leap into our third expansion into South Eugene @ Pearl & 18th
While our original location holds cherished memories of Granda Ann and Papa Jonnie, they helped define who we are, and we are thrilled to begin this new chapter. Our dedication remains unchanged: to bring people together through exceptional food, time-honored recipes, and warm, welcoming hospitality.
Rooted in Family & East Coast Heritage
At the heart of Bellizzi’s is the enduring legacy of Grandma Ann. Though she is no longer with us today, she taught us the traditional family recipes that have remained the absolute cornerstone of our East Coast Italian heritage for generations to come.
Carrying this family legacy forward alongside original founder Junior Bellizzi, Chef Jeremy Bellizzi has dedicated his career to perfecting the craft of authentic Italian cuisine. Working right by his side is his dedicated son, Santino Bellizzi, representing the next generation committed to keeping our traditions strong. From hand-crafted marinara made from scratch every morning to mastering the precision of our cold dough fermentation and time honored chicken cutlets, the family's shared culinary passion is folded into every dish. Their relentless standard for quality ensures we never cut corners, keeping those time-tested family traditions alive with every order.
What Our Guests Love
If you ask our regulars what keeps them coming back, they’ll point to the craftsmanship behind Chef Jeremy's kitchen. Guests frequently rave about our massive, signature New York-style slices packed with flavor, along with our golden-scratch-made strombolis filled with top-tier meats and cheeses. Reviewers consistently highlight the fresh, soft bread on our classic Italian Stallion toasted subs, calling them the most authentic East Coast sandwiches in the city. Combined with our legendary late-night hours and welcoming vibe, we take pride in delivering a meal that exceeds expectations every time.
Our Commitment to Eugene
Eugene has embraced a return to local, family-owned establishments, and we are honored to play an active role in this community revival. Even through tough economic times and the ongoing challenges facing local businesses, our resolve has never wavered—we remain dedicated to serving the same authentic recipes that Chef Jeremy and his Bellizzi family have brought to local tables for over 25 years.