Pacchioni’s, an Orlando food truck known for globally inspired cheesesteaks, is planning its first brick-and-mortar restaurant in College Park. Pacchioni’s Cheesesteaks & Pizza is expected to open in early December at 2429 Edgewater Drive, in the former Pizza Bruno space.
The approximately 1,500-square-foot restaurant will keep cheesesteaks at the center of its menu while adding a new lineup of pizzas. The concept launched as a food truck in February 2025 and was founded by Daniel Pacchioni.
Pacchioni said the College Park opening feels personal because he and his family lived two streets away for five years. He is opening the restaurant with business partners Yeosh Bendayan and Jon Ruhff.
According to the announcement, the existing menu was developed in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Mike Collantes and includes both a traditional Philly-style option and internationally influenced variations. Among them are The O.G., with Cheez Whiz, grilled onions and provolone; The K-Drama, with bulgogi glaze, kimchi and sesame oil; The Island Spice, with Jamaican jerk seasoning and curry aioli; The Truffle Trésor; and The El Dorado, inspired by Colombian flavors. Loaded Expedition Fries are also part of the food truck’s menu.
Pizza Bruno owner Bruno Zacchini said he wanted the College Park space to go to a team with a shared commitment to food and the neighborhood. Further details on Pacchioni’s restaurant design, menu and official opening date are expected in the coming weeks.
