Happy Joe's Pizza Employee Directory
RestaurantsIowa, United States201-500 Employees
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream is a mid-sized restaurant chain based in Davenport, Iowa, founded in 1972 by Lawrence Whitty. It began as a family-owned pizza and ice cream shop in East Davenport and has grown to roughly 50 restaurants across the United States, including franchise locations in several states. The menu features signature pizzas and ice cream and the brand is associated with birthday parties and a mascot, Happy the Dog. The company operates a franchise model and provides ongoing training and support for franchisees, including efforts to attract minority, veteran, and female-owned candidates. In 2026, it opened a location in Oro Valley, Arizona, reflecting ongoing domestic expansion alongside international growth.