Buffalo State Pizza Co

Buffalo State Pizza is a vibrant pizzeria located in Overland Park, Kansas, known for its delicious, New York-style giant slices and warm community atmosphere. With a commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional service, we cater to both local residents and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience. Customers choose us for our consistently flavorful pizza, welcoming environment, and our dedication to giving back to the community. At Buffalo State Pizza Co. we believe great pizza is more than a cheese pizza in a box, it’s about bringing people together one slice of pizza at a time. We’re proud to be part of the communities we serve, because we love people and we love pizza…..New York-style pizza to be exact. Not deep dish, not cracker crust, not super artisanal, just your honest, old school, “New York Style Pie”. Whether it’s our lunch special for one, a feast for the family, or a fundraiser for the community, we are here to serve you with a smile. Every time. You can’t buy Happiness, but you can buy our pizza and that’s damn close!!!

Chef Philippe Lechevin and business partner Chef Steve Robson own and operate two Buffalo State Pizza Company locations (3,000 square-foot ea.) in Greater Kansas City and also a partnership with the Kansas City International Airport and The Kauffman Stadium . The entrepreneurs initially entered a licensing agreement in 2013 to operate a pizza restaurant for an established brand in Downtown Overland Park, Kansas. Lechevin and Robson opened a second location in 2017 in the Crossroads District of Kansas City, Missouri. The duo later rebranded as Buffalo State Pizza Company and reopened as independent restaurant entrepreneurs., Buffalo State Pizza prepares and serves New York-style hand-tossed thin crust pizza, sandwiches, and other casual foods. The pies are prepared in three sizes (26-, 18-, and 14-inch) as well as sold as large slices. The kitchen uses fresh premium ingredients and source local ingredients when possible., The restaurant owners employ 50 people. Lechevin’s hiring and leadership philosophy is to “treat someone like you would like to be treated. Food and people go together. Treat them with respect.”, Buffalo State Pizza is actively involved with its community and have raised funds for nonprofit partners such as Operation Breakthrough and Uplift Organization. Lechevin and Robson’s investment in the community extends to commissioning local restaurant murals by artist JT Daniels, featuring locally-produced beer, wine, and spirits, and hiring local musicians for live performances.