Beloved pizza chain s closes all US locations and files for bankruptcy after 50 years

For generations, Gina Maria’s Pizza was a local tradition, woven into family moments across Minnetonka and Eden Prairie. Its sudden October closure—no goodbye, just a bankruptcy revealing $3 million in debt—left customers stunned. With Chapter 7 liquidation, the business won’t return; its equipment and legacy will be sold off, leaving only memories.

Still, a small revival has begun. At the former Eden Prairie spot, Pizzas Gina has reopened under Ulises Godinez, using original recipes and tools. In a time of corporate closures, it’s a reminder that local hands may be what keep community traditions alive.