The "World's Greatest Pizza" Reimagined: A Legacy Anchor for the Modern Community Shakey's Pizza Parlor, owned and operated by The Jacmar Companies, is a legendary fast-casual restaurant chain that pioneered the "Pizza Parlor" concept in 1954. Far more than a standard pizzeria, Shakey's functions as a high-volume Anchor Tenant and community hub, combining a premium pizza and fried chicken buffet with the high-energy "Fun Zone" arcade and entertainment center. With a recently unveiled flagship in Culver City (Nov 2025) signaling a major brand revitalization, Shakey's is actively reimagining its real estate footprint to appeal to a new generation of families and groups. Their site requirements favor Free-Standing or End-Cap locations that can accommodate large communal dining halls, dedicated game rooms, and outdoor patios. For landlords and developers, Shakey's offers the stability of a 70-year legacy brand with the draw of a destination entertainment venue, driving consistent evening and weekend foot traffic to Power Centers, Lifestyle Centers, and retail corridors across Southern California and the West Coast.