About Green Lantern Pizza

From a small family kitchen to a beloved community pizzeria — discover the passion, people, and flavors behind Green lantern pizza in Troy, MI.

Green lantern pizza kitchen with fresh ingredients being prepared
Family Founded

The Story Behind Green Lantern Pizza

Green lantern pizza was born from a simple belief: everyone deserves a slice of something extraordinary. Founded in Troy, MI, our restaurant started as a family dream — crafting hand-tossed pies with the finest locally sourced ingredients, slow-simmered sauces, and the kind of love that only goes into food made for neighbors, not strangers.

What began as a modest carry-out spot on Rochester Road quickly grew into the community's go-to gathering place. Word spread fast — not through ads, but through the honest recommendation of a satisfied neighbor passing a box over the fence. Today, Green lantern pizza serves thousands of families each year, staying true to the same recipes and standards that earned us our reputation.

We remain proudly independent, family-operated, and deeply committed to the Troy community that made us who we are.

  • Hand-tossed dough made fresh daily
  • Locally sourced produce and premium cheeses
  • Family recipes passed down through generations
  • Community-first values in everything we do
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25+ Years in Business
50K+ Pizzas Served
4.8 Average Rating
30+ Menu Items

Our Mission & Core Values

Everything we do at Green lantern pizza is guided by a commitment to quality, community, and craft.

Fresh Quality

We use only the freshest ingredients — sourced locally wherever possible — to ensure every bite is as good as the last.

Community First

Troy is our home. We invest in local partnerships, support neighborhood events, and treat every customer like family.

Craftsmanship

Pizza-making is an art. Our team takes pride in every pie — from the careful shaping of the dough to the final golden bake.

Integrity

We stand behind our food and our word. Fair pricing, honest ingredients, and genuine hospitality — every single time.

"Our mission at Green Lantern Pizza is to bring people together through the joy of exceptional pizza — crafted with care, served with warmth, and shared in the spirit of community. We believe great food has the power to create moments that matter."

Founder of Green lantern pizza
Michael Green Founder & Head Pizzaiolo

A History Built on Pizza & Community

From our humble beginnings to a thriving local institution — here's how Green lantern pizza grew.

1998

The First Slice

Michael Green opens a small carry-out window on Rochester Road, serving his grandmother's original pizza recipe to the neighborhood. Word spreads fast.

2003

Our First Dining Room

Growing demand leads to our first full sit-down location at 6043 Rochester Rd — complete with a wood-fired oven and a dining room for 40 guests.

2009

Catering & Events

We launch our catering program, bringing Green Lantern pizza to corporate events, weddings, and community gatherings across Metro Detroit.

2015

Award-Winning Pies

Green lantern pizza wins "Best Pizza in Troy" from the Metro Detroit Readers' Choice Awards — an honor we've proudly held every year since.

2020

Online Ordering Launch

We go digital — launching our full online menu and ordering platform so the community can enjoy Green Lantern from the comfort of home.

2024

Franchise Program Begins

After years of community requests, we open our franchise program — inviting passionate operators to bring the Green Lantern experience to new neighborhoods.

The People Behind Every Perfect Pie

Our dedicated team brings skill, heart, and a deep love of great food to Green lantern pizza every single day.

Michael Green, Founder and Head Pizzaiolo at Green lantern pizza

Michael Green

Founder & Head Pizzaiolo

25+ years of dough-tossing mastery. Michael's passion for authentic pizza is the heartbeat of everything we create.

Sarah Chen, Executive Chef at Green lantern pizza

Sarah Chen

Executive Chef

Classically trained and endlessly creative, Sarah develops the seasonal specials and ensures every item on our menu is extraordinary.

David Park, Operations Manager at Green lantern pizza

David Park

Operations Manager

The engine behind the scenes — David keeps everything running smoothly from supplier relationships to the perfect customer experience.

Angela Rivera, Customer Experience Lead at Green lantern pizza

Angela Rivera

Customer Experience Lead

Angela ensures every guest — in-store or online — leaves with a smile. Her warmth defines the Green Lantern hospitality standard.

Love pizza and people? We're always looking for passionate team members.

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Fresh pizza dough being prepared at Green lantern pizza
Wood-fired pizza oven in action at Green lantern pizza Troy MI
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Green lantern pizza dining experience and atmosphere

Ready to Taste the Green Lantern Difference?

Order a fresh pizza today and experience why Troy has called us home since 1998.