The Hot Slice
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324. Crushing the First 100 Days
37 minutes Posted Aug 20, 2026 at 4:00 am.
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Send us Fan Mail Mooney’s Pizza Tavern pulled in more than $1 million during its first 100 days in Long Beach, California, and owner Hal Mooney is sharing how he and his wife, Cindy, achieved this impressive feat. From a tailored menu and staff training to a bucket list beer program, Mooney is pulling back the curtain to share what goes into a well-executed opening. Plus: Learn how the Mooneys opted to redesign a vintage diner during the renovation, how they handle offering a large number of ...