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Maries Pizza - Our Story

Maries Pizza: A Gold Coast Legacy of Generosity, Quality, and Community

Our story began over four decades ago, Maries Pizza has been more than just a place to grab a meal—it’s been a Gold Coast institution, built on unmatched quality, fresh ingredients, and pizzas piled high with flavour.

The journey began in 1981, when Marie and Ted Sherman opened their first store in Palm Beach, Queensland, determined to create something truly special. They sought the expertise of a world-renowned pastry chef to craft their own signature dough and pioneered the Gold Coast’s first-ever pizza delivery service. Their commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and serving up generous portions quickly earned them a loyal following.

A Family Business Rooted in Community

As demand grew, so did the Maries Pizza family—both in business and spirit. Marie and Ted brought their entire family into the heart of operations, ensuring that every pizza carried their commitment to quality, tradition, and community. The Palm Beach store became more than a restaurant—it was a local landmark, welcoming surfers, families, and even celebrities who craved the legendary Maries experience.

With success came expansion, and new locations flourished across Helensvale, Southport, Mermaid Beach, Mudgeeraba, Palm Beach, and Tugun. Their menu also grew, adding hearty pasta dishes, crisp salads, indulgent garlic bread, and irresistible desserts, all crafted with the same dedication to freshness and flavour.

Part of our story at Maries Pizza - this is the old nerang store now closed
Maries Pizza Our Story from the beginning in 1981. These are the original family members
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The Future of Maries Pizza – Growing With Our Community

Today, under the leadership of CEO Kate Biglands, Maries Pizza remains proudly family-owned and deeply connected to the Gold Coast community. With over 10 million pizzas served, our passion for bringing people together over great food has never been stronger.

As we continue to grow, our vision stays the same—to serve generous, high-quality pizzas that bring families and friends together, just as we have since day one. Join us on this journey as we continue to make history, one slice at a time.

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