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DALLAS, Oct. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Pie Five Pizza Co., the Dallas-based pizza trailblazer known for personalized, made-to-order pizzas prepared in less than five minutes, is rolling into Knoxville with the grand opening of its newest restaurant on Friday, October 21. Located at 9313 Kingston Pike and open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Pie Five is the perfect stop for busy families in search of a quick and delicious meal with unlimited options for only $7.49.

The opening marks the eighth Pie Five location opened by veteran Applebee's franchisees Fred Gustin and Kurt Guttshall.

"Pie Five is bringing the next generation of pizza to Knoxville with our diverse selection of fresh ingredients, homemade crusts and, of course, our quick service," said Guttshall. "We're thrilled for the opportunity to bring the Pie Five experience to the Knoxville community."

To celebrate the grand opening, Pie Five will make a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, an organization that fulfills the wishes of children who have been diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.  

Pie Five's fast casual dining experience delivers guests with fresh, artisan and customizable pizzas. With more than 28 fresh toppings, seven savory sauces and four made-from-scratch crusts, there are a ton of tasty combinations sure to please every member of the family. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available, so guests with dietary considerations can enjoy a thoughtful, handcrafted pizza. In addition to Pie Five's signature pizzas, there is also a selection of freshly-tossed salads and indulgent desserts!      

For more information on Pie Five's Tennessee locations, please visit the Pie Five location finder. Connect with Pie Five on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Join the Circle of Crust to earn points for every purchase of pizza or large salad. Circle of Crust members even get a free pizza on their half birthday! 

ABOUT PIE FIVE PIZZA CO. 
Dallas-based Pie Five Pizza Co. is a subsidiary of RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RAVE). RAVE owns, franchises and supplies more than 300 Pie Five and Pizza Inn restaurants operating domestically and internationally. Pie Five Pizza Co. is the leading brand in the rapidly growing fast-casual pizza space, offering individual handcrafted pizzas with fresh ingredients made to order in less than five minutes. Named among Fast Casual's Top "Movers & Shakers" for three consecutive years, 2015 "Best Franchise Deal" by QSR Magazine, 2012 Hot Concepts winner by Nation's Restaurant News and one of "10 Hot New Restaurant Chains from Established Brands" by Forbes.com, the company currently has 95 locations in 23 states and the District of Columbia. For more information, please visit PieFivePizza.com. 

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