Brandon Hunt
Co-Founder & CEOA Detroit native with Texas grit, Brandon's vision and drive turned a trailer and a dream into a beloved Texas pizza institution.
Our Story
Crafted With Passion,
Crafted With Passion,
Served With Pride
From the streets of Detroit to the heart of Webster, TX — discover the people, the purpose, and the pizza that make Via 313 something truly special.
10+
Years of Craft
Who We Are
Born in Detroit,
Born in Detroit,
Raised on Flavor
Via 313 started as a love letter to Detroit — the city, the culture, and above all, the pizza.
Founded in 2012 by brothers Brandon and Zane Hunt, Via 313 was built on a simple belief: that Detroit-style pizza — with its crispy, caramelized cheese crust, airy yet chewy dough, and bold sauce — deserved a place in Texas. What began as a humble trailer operation quickly became a beloved institution.
Every pizza we make is a tribute to the city we grew up in. We source quality ingredients, slow-proof our dough, and bake each pie in well-seasoned steel pans the old-school way. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just real Detroit pizza, made with pride in Webster, TX.
10+
Years of Pizza
50K+
Pies Served
4.9
Avg. Rating
5+
Locations
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Made With Love
Every dough ball is hand-pressed, every sauce applied with care. Passion lives in every inch of our crust.
Quality First
We source the finest ingredients — from Wisconsin cheese blends to locally grown toppings — no compromises ever.
Community Rooted
We believe great food builds community. We support local events, neighbors, and causes that matter to Webster.
True to Tradition
Detroit-style is more than a trend — it's a heritage. We honor the original recipes while innovating with bold new flavors.
Our Journey
A Decade of Detroit Pizza
From a trailer hitched to a dream, to a beloved Texas pizza destination — here's how we got here.
2012
The Trailer Dream Begins
Brandon and Zane Hunt launch Via 313 from a food trailer at a local Austin bar, serving their grandmother's Detroit-style pies to curious Texas crowds.
2014
Texas Loves Detroit Pizza
Lines stretch around the trailer every weekend. Via 313 earns city-wide press and a cult following of dedicated pizza fans.
2016
First Brick-and-Mortar Location
Via 313 opens its first restaurant location, bringing the full Detroit dining experience — steel pans, neon signs, and all — to a permanent home.
2019
Expanding Across Texas
Multiple new locations open across Texas, bringing the Via 313 experience to more cities and thousands of new fans.
2022
Webster, TX Opens
Via 313 plants roots in Webster, TX at 1065 W Bay Area Blvd — bringing Detroit-style pizza to the Bay Area community with our biggest, boldest space yet.
2024
Franchise Program Launches
Via 313 opens its franchise program, giving passionate pizza entrepreneurs the chance to bring Detroit-style magic to their own communities.
The People
Meet the Team Behind the Pies
Talented, passionate, and dedicated — our team is what makes every Via 313 pizza extraordinary.
Zane Hunt
Co-Founder & OperationsZane keeps every kitchen running at peak performance. His obsession with process and consistency ensures every pie meets the Via 313 standard.
Maria Delgado
Executive Head ChefWith 12 years in fine dining, Maria crafts Via 313's signature recipes and seasonal specials that keep our regulars coming back for more.
James Okafor
Head of Guest ExperienceJames ensures every guest walks in as a visitor and leaves as a lifelong fan. His warmth and energy define the Via 313 hospitality culture.