Brandon Hunt
Co-Founder & CEO
Detroit native and the visionary behind Via 313. Brandon's love for his hometown's pizza culture became Austin's greatest culinary gift. He oversees brand direction and community partnerships.
Our Story
About Via 313
Born in Detroit, raised in Austin — we bring authentic via 313 pizza crafted with heritage, heart, and the finest ingredients straight to your table.
313
Detroit's Area Code
How It All Started
The via 313 Pizza Story
Via 313 was founded by brothers Brandon and Zane Hunt, two Detroit natives who relocated to Austin and found themselves missing the deep, crispy, cheese-edged square pizza of their hometown. What started as a small trailer operation on South Congress Avenue quickly became a city-wide obsession.
The name via313 is a direct nod to Detroit's iconic area code — a heartfelt tribute to the Motor City's rich culinary culture. Every pie we make carries that tradition forward, using steel baking pans, high-hydration dough, and the signature brick-cheese caramelized crust that defines the Detroit style.
"We didn't come to Austin to reinvent pizza. We came to introduce Austin to the pizza we grew up loving — and Austin said yes in the best possible way."
From a single trailer to multiple locations across Austin, Via 313 has stayed true to its roots: honest ingredients, a perfected recipe, and a genuine love for feeding people well. Every square slice you taste is a piece of Detroit delivered via Austin.
12+
Years Serving Austin
5
Austin Locations
500K+
Pizzas Served
4.8
Average Rating
Our Mission
Bringing Detroit to Every Table
At Via 313, our mission is simple: serve the most authentic, soul-satisfying Detroit-style pizza outside of Michigan. We believe in honest food made with real ingredients, crafted by people who genuinely care about every slice that leaves our kitchen. We're not just feeding hunger — we're sharing a piece of home.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Made with Passion
Every pizza is crafted with the same love and attention our founders put into their very first pie in Detroit.
Fresh Ingredients
We source locally wherever possible and insist on quality toppings, real cheese, and house-made dough every day.
Community First
We are proudly Austinian. We support local events, hire locally, and give back to the neighborhoods we call home.
Uncompromised Quality
We never cut corners. From dough fermentation to the final bake, every step is done the right way — the Detroit way.
Our Journey
The via 313 Pizza Timeline
From a single trailer on a South Congress parking lot to Austin's most-loved pizza brand — here's how we got here.
2011
The Trailer Dream Begins
Brandon and Zane Hunt park a small trailer on South Congress Ave and serve Detroit-style pizza for the first time in Austin. Lines form immediately — the city has never tasted anything like it.
2013
Austin Chronicle "Best of Austin"
Via 313 wins its first major award — Best Pizza in Austin from the Austin Chronicle. The recognition sparks city-wide demand and an overnight leap in daily orders.
2015
First Brick-and-Mortar Location
Via 313 opens its first permanent restaurant in the Violet Crown neighborhood, bringing a full kitchen, expanded menu, and dine-in seating to serve the growing fanbase.
2017
National Media Recognition
Featured in Food & Wine, Eater National, and Texas Monthly, via313 gains a national reputation as a must-visit Austin food destination and a pioneer of Detroit-style pizza outside Michigan.
2019
Catering & Events Launch
We expand our services to include corporate catering, weddings, and events — bringing the full Via 313 experience to offices, festivals, and celebrations across central Texas.
2022
Expansion to Five Locations
Via 313 grows to five Austin locations including our flagship at 10106 Menchaca Rd, serving the full city with the same quality and passion that started on a single food trailer.
2024+
The Story Continues
Over 500,000 pizzas served and counting. Via 313 continues to grow, innovate, and stay true to the Detroit roots that make every square slice special. The best is still ahead.
The People Behind the Pizza
Meet Our Team
Passionate, dedicated, and united by a shared love for great food — meet the folks who make Via 313 what it is.
Zane Hunt
Co-Founder & Head of Operations
Brandon's brother and the operational backbone of Via 313. Zane ensures every location maintains the exacting standards that built the brand — from dough prep to customer service.
Maria Reyes
Executive Chef
With over 15 years in culinary arts, Maria brings creative precision to the Via 313 kitchen. She leads recipe development, ensures topping quality, and trains every pizza maker to perfection.
James Carter
Customer Experience Director
James is dedicated to making every Via 313 visit memorable. He leads front-of-house training, guest feedback programs, and community outreach to keep our regulars coming back for more.
Want to be part of the Via 313 family? We're always looking for passionate people.
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