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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2026 · 37 MIN

324. Crushing the First 100 Days

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Send us Fan MailMooney’s Pizza Tavern pulled in more than $1 million during its first 100 days in Long Beach, California, and owner Hal Mooney is sharing how he and his wife, Cindy, achieved this impressive feat. From a tailored menu and staff training to a bucket list beer program, Mooney is pulling back the curtain to share what goes into a well-executed opening.Plus: Learn how the Mooneys opted to redesign a vintage diner during the renovation, how they handle offering a large number of beers and why they chose not to offer carry-out and delivery while making a first impression on the community.Show Notes:Mooney’s Pizza Tavern: mooneyspizza.comPizza Expo Columbus: pizzaexpocolumbus.pizzatoday.comPizzeria Operator Survey: survey.alchemer.com

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Send us Fan Mail Mooney’s Pizza Tavern pulled in more than $1 million during its first 100 days in Long Beach, California, and owner Hal Mooney is sharing how he and his wife, Cindy, achieved this impressive feat. From a tailored menu and staff training to a bucket list beer program, Mooney is pulling back the curtain to share what goes into a well-executed opening. Plus: Learn how the Mooneys opted to redesign a vintage diner during the renovation, how they handle offering a large number of ...

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