More Than Pizza.
It's an Experience.
Firelight Pizza Co. brings handcrafted, wood-fired pizza to weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events, churches, schools, and neighborhoods across the Riverbend, Metro East, and St. Louis area.
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE?
faith. family. fire. flavor.
Our faith in Jesus Christ shapes the way we treat customers, support our community, and welcome everyone who walks up to the truck. We strive to have a “servant” mentality: to serve others with a selfless attitude and to put their needs above ourselves with humility and compassion.
We believe very strongly that “to whom much is given, much will be required” and that we are blessed to be a blessing to others!
Jesus taught us to love our neighbors, care for those in need, and give generously. That's the heart behind Firelight Pizza Co. We believe a pizza truck can be more than a business; it can be a blessing. It’s our desire to partner with local organizations and families to host fundraising events and support those facing difficult circumstances. If your cause is making a difference in our community, we'd love to hear from you.
We continue to pray for God’s direction and that this pizza truck can be used for His glory.
FAITH.
We’re a family of 7 (sometimes 8, when we’re hosting an exchange student) that loves pizza! Chances are that you’ll run into one of our crew, striving to bring you the very best pizzas and service.
And if we’re being honest, pizza kind of runs in the family! Doug has been making pizza since he worked at Pizza Hut in high school, and we’ve also been blessed by the guidance and inspiration of family members who paved the way before us.
First, Uncle Mark opened Ben’s Brick Oven Pizza in Hudson, CO in Nov. 2016. Then, Uncle Shon built Brick and Ember Pizza Company in 2022, featuring a new pizza trailer to bring wood-fired pizza to Des Moines, Iowa. Doug’s brother Brian successfully built upon his ideas in central Illinois when he became a Brick and Ember franchisee in 2023.
The passion, creativity, and encouragement of these family members all helped inspire us to bring something special to the Riverbend, Metro East, and STL area and the surrounding small towns we proudly call home.
Now, our family is part of the journey. With five kids (including two sets of twins and one proud middle child holding down the fort!), Firelight Pizza Co. is truly a family-run operation. Whether you visit us at a festival, community event, wedding, corporate gathering, or local hangout spot, chances are you’ll meet several members of the crew serving alongside one another with a smile.
But more than that, we want to treat every customer, employee, supplier, and person like family. When you visit us, work for us, or everything in between, we’re going to treat you with respect, integrity, and kindness. We want you to feel just a little bit better than when you arrived.
To do that, we’re going to give you our very best service using the best ingredients and equipment possible. It’s our family’s commitment to quality, and you expect and deserve nothing less.
Every pizza is hand-stretched and curated to perfection by our experienced and energetic team. We use premium, locally-sourced ingredients and the highest-quality sauces, spices, and extras to make your experience truly memorable.
We promise to serve you with integrity and a pizza that is crafted to perfection. If you are not completely satisfied with your meal, we will gladly replace or refund it, no questions asked!
FAMILY.
We get that a lot: what’s so special about wood-fired pizza? Well for one, it’s because of the intense, blistering heat of the oven (around 800-850° F) and the unique flavor imparted by burning natural wood. This combination will create a perfect balance. You’ll get a crispy, charred crust with those iconic dark spots on the outside, while the inside remains light, airy, and soft.
And something else is happening too! The really cool part is that as the wood burns, it releases all these special aromatic oils and compounds. These micro-particles float and land on the pizza crust, infusing it with a subtle, smoky, and earthy flavor you simply can't replicate in an electric or gas oven.
Different types of wood (oak, cherry, or applewood, for example) can even add different flavor profiles to the pie. We can’t tell you which ones we use of course, but it’s sure to add a really cool dimension to your pizza!
Oh, and one other important detail: our oven sits on the outside of the trailer. You can watch your pizza cook in real-time as you wait to enjoy!
FIRE. FLAVOR.
WOOD-FIRED PIZZA.
