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I still can’t believe it every time I use the Upside app (formerly Get Upside)—especially when the cash back is this high.
Tonight, I stopped at Marco’s Pizza at 7721 Hampton Blvd in Norfolk, VA, and the offer was sitting at around 20% cash back. That’s one of the biggest restaurant cash-back amounts I’ve seen on the app, and it honestly makes spending money on the few occasions we eat out these days feel so much better.
Because we’ve been in save-money-and-invest-it mode. But it’s Christmas week—and I’m trying to keep the festive atmosphere going for my son without blowing the budget.
And Marco’s? That one has a little family history in our house.
Marco’s is #1 on my son’s list… and my dad’s too
One day we were sitting at the table talking about favorite pizzas—just one of those normal family conversations that turns into a full debate.
We started naming places, and as soon as Marco’s came up, my father didn’t even hesitate. He said it like he was announcing a championship team:
“MARCO’S…”
Then he followed it up immediately with:
“I love the pepperoni.”
So when it came time to decide what we were getting tonight… the decision was already made.
We got pepperoni.
Actually—let me be honest—we got pepperoni on BOTH pizzas.
Because when something is a guaranteed win, you don’t experiment during Christmas week. 😂
How we first found Marco’s (Raleigh, NC)
We were first introduced to Marco’s in Raleigh, North Carolina about four years ago when we moved there. It became one of those go-to places where you don’t have to overthink it—you just know it’s going to be good.
So when we moved back to Norfolk last year, it was honestly a good feeling to find out Marco’s was here too. You know that feeling when you move and you’re hoping at least a few of your favorite things made the trip with you?
Marco’s was one of them.
My personal favorite so far: the wings
Personally, I love the wings.
I haven’t ventured out to try a bunch of other menu items yet, but I’ve also noticed something: Marco’s isn’t just coasting on pizza. I really like what they’ve done with the menu overall.
And funny enough, this got reinforced while I was working.
As a delivery driver, I’m in and out of restaurants all the time. And one day I was picking up an order from Marco’s and had that moment like:
“Wow… we’ve got to go back.”
It wasn’t even planned. It just hit me. We are overdue!!! Time for Marco’s Pizza yummy yum.
Tonight’s move: Christmas week pizza dinner (large + medium)
Tonight we picked up a large and a medium for a Christmas week dinner. Nothing fancy—just warm, simple, and family-focused.
And yes… both were pepperoni.
The kind of order that makes everybody happy and keeps the peace at the dinner table.
I was already out working, so I stopped by, grabbed the pizzas, took them home, helped set the vibe for my son… and then I went right back out to work.
That’s real life sometimes: family time squeezed in between responsibilities.
And Upside cash back helps me feel better about it when we do decide to treat ourselves.
The best part: 20% cash back with Upside (Get Upside)
Here’s what made this such a win: the cash back.
Upside doesn’t always show numbers that big for restaurants, so when I saw Marco’s sitting at 20%, I had one of those “no way” moments again.
Because it’s not just saving a coupon. It’s getting rewarded for buying something you were already planning to buy—especially when you’re being intentional about money.
How to get your cash back at Marco’s using Upside
If you’re new to Upside, here’s the simple routine:
- Open Upside and go to the Restaurant section
- Search Marco’s Pizza and choose the exact location (offers can be location-specific)
- Tap Claim before you pay
- Follow the offer instructions (usually one of these):
- pay with a linked card, or
- upload a receipt (if required)
That’s it. Once it tracks, your cash back shows up in the app.
Heads up: Offers can change daily and some have limits—so always check the offer screen right before purchase.
The exact location I visited
Marco’s Pizza
7721 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA
And if you want more local options, check my Norfolk guide here:
Norfolk Upside / Get Upside Offers Guide
Next post: Marco’s history + financial strength
This post is focused on the cash-back win and the family moment—but I’m also writing a deeper blog that breaks down the history and financial strength of Marco’s Pizza as a business.
If you’re the type who likes knowing why brands grow, how they compete, and what makes them strong long-term, you’ll want that one too:
Marco’s Pizza: History + Business Strength Breakdown
Quick wrap-up
Marco’s gets instant respect in our family:
- It’s #1 on my son’s pizza list
- My dad hears “Marco’s” and immediately says: “I love the pepperoni.”
- We went pepperoni on both pizzas (no debates, no regrets)
- And Upside turning it into 20% cash back made it feel like a smarter treat
More Norfolk location reviews coming soon. So, how do you enjoy your Marco’s? Where is Marco’s on your list of pizza favorites?
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