HOME OF DA HOAGIEREGION’S 1ST PIZZERIA
We were here
before pizza was everywhere.
The Romano’s Story
The Romano’s have a long history of serving traditional Italian food. In the late 30’s, Romano’s began its tradition in West Virginia. Moving forward to Indiana, the initial location was opened on Kennedy Avenue near the site of the Old Highland Town Theater. The family then made the move to Ridge Road and the start of the drive-in Restaurant in the 50’s.
Many things have changed over the last 70 years. While others have come and gone, Romano’s has been doing what we’ve always done longer and better than anyone.
Kennedy Avenue · Highland
The original Romano’s opened near the Highland Town Theater and began selling pizza.
Ridge Road · Highland
Romano’s moved to the Ridge Road carhop joint that became a Region landmark.
45th Street · Griffith
Romano’s moved to Griffith at 1927 W Glen Park Avenue—45th Street—and that is where you will find us today.
THE CARHOP JOINT
PEOPLE REMEMBER.
From the original carhop stands to the glowing neon, Ridge Road became a familiar Region landmark. During the Ridge Road years, Romano’s also created the Original Hoagie that became our calling card.
HOME OF
DA HOAGIE.
Over the years many have asked and few have learned the origin of the Hoagie. Though the name was borrowed from sandwich shops back east, the original hot ham and cheese Hoagie found its origin right here at Romano’s. While trying to satisfy an old friend, “Roscoe” desired a personalized ham and cheese. Grandma Romano used our Blend of Cheeses melted on Polish Ham with Mayo, lettuce, and Tomatoes placed on Italian Bread. The rest is history. So if imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, we would like to thank our competitors for making the Hoagie the region’s favorite and Romano’s the “Home of the Hoagie.”
Find the Original
“Recipes can be copied. A legacy has to be earned.”