Pieology, described a fast-casual pizza chain once known for its “build-your-own” pies, has recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The California-based company reached its peak in 2017 with nearly 150 locations nationwide but has since struggled with falling sales and rising costs.

The parent company, Little Brown Box Pizza LLC, listed liabilities between $1 million and $10 million and said the company owes money to more than 200 creditors, including landlords and food suppliers. Despite the filing, Pieology says it will continue serving customers while restructuring its business.

Founded in 2011, Pieology grew quickly during the boom of customizable pizza chains, competing with Blaze Pizza, MOD Pizza and PizzaRev. Investors included Panda Express founders Andrew and

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