When a pair of former Virginia Beach lifeguards came up with the idea to open the first Chicho's Restaurant in 1968, they had just one goal: to use nothing but fresh ingredients to make the best pizzas they could. Decades later, this simple philosophy has grown into a statewide franchise where every pizza is hand-tossed and strewn with fresh toppings. A flavorful layer of marinara, garlic and herbs, or spicy sauce covers pies that are layered with more than 20 toppings. Boneless chicken bites and wings soak up 10 different sauce varieties, including Cho's fire, garlic parmesan, and teriyaki. Patrons may also indulge in a variety of appetizers from garlic knots to bacon and cheese loaded fries.