Shakey’s Pizza, founded in 1954 in Sacramento, California, by Sherwood “Shakey” Johnson and Ed Plummer, is one of the earliest American pizza chains to combine pizza with a family-friendly dining experience and live music. Shakey, a former musician, earned his nickname from his nervous energy and love for performing, which inspired the chain’s signature casual and lively atmosphere. The first Shakey’s menu featured thin-crust pizzas, fried chicken, and beer, emphasizing a social, communal dining style rather than just quick takeout. The brand quickly expanded across the United States and eventually internationally, becoming especially popular in the Philippines, where it has grown into a well-loved chain known for its family-oriented restaurants and distinctive pizza flavors. Today, Shakey’s remains a pioneer in creating the concept of pizza parlors as a place for fun, music, and community dining.
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