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WiseGuys Wood Fired Pizza – Pizza | Elkhart, IA
Looking for the Best Wood Fired Pizza Elkhart Has to Offer?
WiseGuys Wood Fired Pizza lives right on the property at Kippy’s Place, the iconic bar and grill in the heart of Elkhart, IA. Our blazing wood-fired oven is stationed there year-round, serving up hand-crafted artisan pizza, fresh pasta, warm Italian bread breadsticks, and crisp salads to every guest who pulls up a stool. Since 2018, two cousins have fired pies so good they took home multiple pizza festivals awards. And when your big event calls for something unforgettable, that same wood fired pizza catering rolls out to weddings, graduations, and parties across central Iowa. Come taste the best wood fired pizza Elkhart has to offer, right where the fire never goes out.
- Crispy thin crust worth driving for
- Stationed at Kippy’s Place in Elkhart
- A stress-free, friendly experience
- Award-winning wood fired flavor
- Wood fired pizza catering for up to 300
- Find us at the State Fair in the Shivers Family Plaza
Find Us at the Iowa State Fair
Every August our wood fired oven rolls up to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. You will find the WiseGuys booth in the Shivers Family Plaza on Rock Island Avenue, the walkway that connects the livestock barns to the show pavilion. Grab a slice on your way to the shows.
The star marks the WiseGuys booth in the Shivers Family Plaza.
Crispy Thin Crust Worth Driving For
Stationed at Kippy's Place
Award-Winning Wood Fired Flavor
Catering for Up to 300
A Stress-Free, Friendly Experience
FIG. 01 — The Oven at Kippy's
LIVE FIRE · 800°F
2018
Firing pies ever since
Daily
Rotating
specials
Year-Round
Stationed at Kippy's
Our Story
Authentic Wood Fired Flavor That Stands Out
Every pie is baked to order in our blazing 800°F wood-fired oven, giving you a crispy thin crust with a smoky depth no conventional oven can match. Our dough ferments a full 48 hours for complex, bakery-fresh flavor, then it is hand-stretched before it ever touches the stone. This is the time-honored Neapolitan pizza technique done right, faithful in every detail. That is exactly why guests at Kippy’s remember the taste long after the last slice disappears.
Dine In
Pull up a stool at Kippy's.
Takeout
Grab fresh pies to go.
Outdoor Seating
Family-friendly, year-round.
Daily Specials
Ask what's firing today.
Award-Winning Pizza Proven at Pizza Festivals
We have earned multiple awards for best pizza at Pizzafest and food truck challenges across Iowa, where our specialty pies go head to head with the top brick-and-mortar pizzeria names and win. These honors are not just trophies on a shelf. They are hard-won proof that we deliver consistent, five-star excellence whether we are serving one table or two hundred guests. When you visit WiseGuys at Kippy’s or book us to cater, you are choosing a pizza restaurant that impartial judges and hungry crowds have already crowned a winner.
A Full Menu Beyond Pizza for Complete Satisfaction
While our wood fired pizza is the undisputed star, the show does not stop there. We also serve fresh-baked Italian bread breadsticks, hearty wood fired pasta, and crisp garden salads, all kissed by the same live fire. From pepperoni and mushrooms lovers to vegetarian and gourmet tastes, every guest finds something to love. It is not just a meal. It is a complete, fire-kissed artisan pizza experience that elevates any visit or gathering.
Our Mobile Pizza Oven Brings the Theater to Your Table
The sight and aroma of a live wood fire is entertainment all its own. Guests gather around our trailer to watch our pizzaiolo stretch, top, and bake each pizza in real time. This interactive spectacle turns an ordinary meal into a genuine experience, ideal whether you are pulling up a chair at Kippy’s or hosting an event where every moment should feel personal and unforgettable. Our roaring pizza oven becomes the glowing focal point of the night, not just another appliance in the corner.
Catering That Scales from Intimate Pizza Parties to Large Weddings
Beyond our home at Kippy’s Place, WiseGuys also brings the party to you. We have proudly catered everything from backyard pizza party birthdays to weddings with 250 to 300 guests, never once sacrificing quality or timing. Our double-check system guarantees every order is accurate before it leaves the oven, and our fully mobile setup means we arrive ready to serve, rain or shine. Planning for a large group? You get the warm intimacy of a food truck paired with the muscle of a full-service caterer.
Stress-Free Catering Booking Designed for Busy Planners
We know today’s busy event hosts are juggling timelines, budgets, and a dozen vendors at once, so we have stripped our catering booking down to three simple steps: check your date, get your quote, confirm. No pressure, no hidden fees, and clear, friendly communication from your first message to your final slice. We show up early, set up fast, and leave your space spotless, so you are free to relax and enjoy your day. That is real great value, the WiseGuys way.
Find Us at Kippy’s Place, the Iconic Elkhart Bar and Grill
WiseGuys Wood Fired Pizza is proudly stationed right on the property at Kippy’s Place, the beloved bar and grill in Elkhart, IA, where our wood-fired oven fires up fresh pies for every guest. Swing by for dinner, grab takeout to go, and ask about our rotating daily specials. With outdoor seating, a family friendly atmosphere, and the best wood fired pizza Elkhart can serve, Kippy’s is your new favorite casual dining restaurant. From this home base we also proudly cater weddings, graduations, and corporate events throughout Polk County, Warren County, Madison County, and every community in between.
Our Menu
Ready to Indulge?
Authentic pizza made from scratch, hand-stretched, hand-sauced, and fired to order. Every pizza—including gluten-free options—is one flat price and delivered piping hot.
Cheese
Each Additional topping $2
Garbage
Homemade sausage, pepperoni, onion, mushroom, green peppers, banna peppers, black olives, and mozzarella cheese.
Taco
Seasoned beef, mozzarella and cheddar cheese, tomato, onion, and Doritos.
Add Sour Cream for $2
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Ranch sauce, chicken, mozzarella cheese and buffalo drizzle.
Chicken Bacon Ranch
Ranch sauce, chicken, bacon, tomatos, mozzarella and cheddar cheese
Nashville Pizza
The Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese pizza has Nashville hot chicken breast with macaroni & cheese, drizzled with a hot honey glaze. The candied pork belly, macaroni & cheese has smoked pork bellies, candied with cherry brown sugar rub, with a macaroni & cheese base, finished with a sriracha bourbon & cream corn glaze.
How We Roll
Pull up. Order.
Eat Fire.
Beyond our home at Kippy's Place, WiseGuys brings the party to you. We've catered everything from backyard birthday pizza parties to weddings with 250–300 guests — never once sacrificing quality or timing.
01
Check Your Date
Check your date availability on our online calendar, or simply send us a message. It takes less than a minute.
02
Get Your Quote
Receive a detailed, no-obligation quote tailored precisely to your guest count, menu, and wood fired pizza wish list.
03
Confirm & Relax
Confirm with a deposit and let us handle everything else — from oven to ingredients to flawless on-site service.
Testimonials
Word of Mouth
A few we keep printed in the kitchen. Verified across Google, Yelp, and the local paper.
Award-Winning
Multiple Pizzafest honors
"Caught the truck at Able Baker Brewing on a whim and immediately texted everyone I know. The crust has actual char on it — like, real wood-fire char. Ten-minute wait, eight-dollar beer next door, perfect Friday."
Sarah J.
Barn Wedding · Central Iowa
"Booked Wise Guys for our wedding. They pulled up an hour early, set up in the parking lot, and made 120 pizzas in three hours without breaking a sweat. Guests are still talking about it. Worth every penny."
Marcus R.
Regular · Elkhart, IA
"Booked them for my daughter's graduation party — 80 guests, zero stress. They showed up early, set up fast, and every single pizza came out perfect. The double-check on the order meant nothing was missed."
Priya T.
Graduation Party · Polk County
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked.
Everything you want to know about Wise Guys — ordering, menu, catering, and food safety.
Ordering & Custom Pizza
Can I customize my own pizza?
Absolutely. Whether you are dining at Kippy’s or planning an event, we build every pizza to order with your choice of fresh, generous toppings, from classic pepperoni and mushrooms to gourmet favorites like prosciutto and arugula. Our homemade sauce is made from scratch, and we finish every pie with high-moisture mozzarella for that authentic, cheesy wood fired melt you simply cannot fake.
What if the weather is bad on my event day?
Rest easy. Our trailer is fully equipped to operate in light rain or wind, and we will gladly work with you to arrange a sheltered setup if needed. In the rare event of severe weather, we will reschedule at no penalty whatsoever. Your peace of mind is built right into our service.
Catering & Booking
How far in advance should I order for a large group?
For weddings and any large group catering, we recommend booking at least four to six weeks ahead, especially during our peak season from May through October. For smaller gatherings, we can often accommodate shorter notice, so please do not hesitate to reach out. Just check our calendar to see what is still available, and reserve your date today.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, for your complete convenience we accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and cash, both at Kippy’s and for catering. A 50 percent deposit secures your catering date on our calendar, with the balance due one week before your event. No surprises, no hassle.
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