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Buffalo, NY

Raising funds for a food trailer and commercial equipment to expand operations.

• Mission: Expanding Orso Nero Pizza’s reach by enhancing operations with a mobile food trailer and commercial kitchen equipment, aiming to deliver high-quality artisan pizzas to a broader audience.  
• Innovation: A unique fusion of Neapolitan and New York-style pizza, featuring a specialized 72-hour proofed dough and high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients.  
• Funding Uses: Investing in a 20-foot food trailer and new kitchen equipment to increase production capacity and ensure consistent service regardless of weather conditions.  
• Community Impact: Providing a unique dining experience with artisan pizzas, while fostering growth in the local Buffalo food scene.  
• Strategic Growth: Plans to establish a permanent location and build a fully staffed team, further solidifying Orso Nero Pizza as a staple in the local community.

Orso Nero Pizza, a Buffalo-based pop-up pizzeria, is raising funds to support its growth through enhanced equipment and the addition of a mobile food trailer. Known for its fusion of Neapolitan and New York-style artisan pizzas, Orso Nero uses high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients and a specialized dough process to deliver a unique, flavorful product. The investment will allow the company to purchase a 20-foot food trailer, along with essential commercial kitchen equipment to increase production volume and quality, supporting Orso Nero’s plan to expand reach and serve a broader customer base.

These funds will not only increase capacity but also enhance operational stability by allowing the business to serve customers regardless of weather conditions. With the addition of new equipment and a mobile presence, Orso Nero Pizza aims to establish a consistent local presence, with future goals of setting up a permanent location and a fully staffed team.

Company Info

Orso Nero Pizza offers a modern approach to Neapolitan pizza, focusing on high-quality ingredients and expansion through mobile and commercial equipment.

Orso Nero Pizza offers a contemporary take on Neapolitan-style pizza, blending traditional Italian methods with creative New York-style influences. Known for its unique 72-hour proofed dough, Orso Nero creates pizzas with a light, crispy crust and uses high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients, including flour imported from Italy. This dedication to quality has earned Orso Nero recognition as one of Buffalo’s top pizza destinations, with Chef Mike acclaimed as an emerging Italian chef in the area.

Orso Nero is currently expanding its operations with plans to acquire a food trailer and new commercial equipment, allowing for higher production volume and the flexibility to serve customers at different locations. These upgrades will support continued growth, enabling Orso Nero to reach more pizza lovers and elevate their brand.