THE PREFONTAINE CLASSIC AND TRACK TOWN PIZZA DEBUT NEW “PRE’S CLASSIC” PIZZA

PHOTO BY CHARLIE TOWNES

In celebration of Steve Prefontaine’s 74th birthday and the 50th anniversary of The Prefontaine Classic, the meet has teamed up with legendary Eugene restaurant Track Town Pizza to launch the “Pre’s Classic” pizza. The pizza is available now, and will have a permanent spot on the local establishment’s menu going forward.

The pizza is topped with onions, green peppers, red peppers, olives, and feta cheese to honor Prefontaine’s love of gardening. He started a garden at his home in Eugene, and was always proud to show his friends and neighbors the salads he made that included vegetables he grew in his own garden.

Track Town Pizza is located on Franklin Boulevard across from the University of Oregon, and has been a beloved fixture in the community since 1978. The 100-seat restaurant is adorned with photos of the university and many collegiate and Olympic athletes. 

Every pizza is made to order with handmade sauce, fresh produce, and dough and recipes made from scratch. Track Town Pizza is open daily at 11 am Pacific time, and offers a lunch buffet Monday through Friday from 11 am until 2 pm.