Another Garrett County family has purchased Fox’s Pizza Den, a favorite local pizza shop. Born and raised here, brothers James and Aaron Mullenax are excited to continue serving the community with delicious pizza, wedgies, strombolis, and more.
After years of working in the restaurant industry and dreaming of owning their own business, brothers James and Aaron saw an opportunity to invest in the popular pizza shop. The brothers have plans to reopen the dining room and expand the hours while still offering the same great pizzas and customer service that locals have come to know and love.
“We are thrilled to be the new owners of Fox’s Pizza Den in Oakland, and we’re committed to providing the same high-quality food and hometown service that our customers expect,” said Aaron Mullenax. “We also want to thank Evie Fike for her leadership and trust in us.”
Evie Fike has owned the pizza staple in Oakland for nearly 40 years. Alongside Fike, Andy Severe has served as General Manager for over 25 years.
“James and Aaron are going to do great,” said Fike. “I am thrilled to see these two take over the reins and continue a great family business. I know these two have what it takes.”
James Mullenax graduated from Garrett College in 2018 with a major in Computer Science. He was a previous manager for Smiley’s Pizzeria and Fun Zone and, most recently, worked managing computer networks and installing security camera systems. While working other jobs, James has worked for Fox’s Pizza Den in Oakland for over 20 years. James has managed the front counter, worked on the food line and has served as a delivery driver.
Aaron Mullenax operated Smiley’s Pizzeria and Fun Zone for 8 years and, most recently, worked as Operations Manager for Lakeside Creamery.
A grand opening and ribbon cutting for the new ownership will be held Friday, March 10, 2023, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the dining room, and the public is welcome to stop by and enjoy refreshments.
Feel free to sing the jingle “301-334-3212” and call to place an order Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturdays, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Order online at https://www.foxspizza.com/store/maryland/oakland-md/ and find Fox’s Pizza Den-Oakland on Facebook.
