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9 Old-School Pizza Chains That Have Vanished

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sophie Morelli) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 17:02:00 +0000

Some pizza chains have stood the test of time, while others have struggled and eventually closed their doors. These old-school pizza chains have sadly vanished.

The Alaska Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant Known For Its Pizza And Sled Dog Races

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:17:00 +0000

In Alaska, one restaurant offers a cozy and delicious dining experience, but in a manner distinct to the state: pizzas catered to a sled dog race.

NYC Locals Say This Old-School Pizzeria Still Gets A Classic Slice Right

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:17:00 +0000

Not all NYC pizzerias still nail the classic slice. However, the city's locals say that this old-school location continues to get it right every time.

How To Get More On A 1-Topping Pizza Hut Order Without Spending Extra

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jordyn Stone) — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 20:47:00 +0000

Sure, getting a pizza covered in extra toppings is delicious, but it can get expensive fast. Fortunately, there's a way to add a topping free of charge.

How To Order Cheese Pizza In NYC Like You Actually Know What You're Doing

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:47:00 +0000

When you think of cheese pizza in NYC, you likely envision a very specific kind of slice. To sound like an old pro, there's a specific way to order it as well.

Why Little Caesars Dropped Its Iconic Catchphrase 'Pizza! Pizza!'

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 16:17:00 +0000

Little Caesars' iconic "Pizza! Pizza!" catchphrase vanished for years amid changing strategies, then returned during the chain's marketing comeback.

The Ghost Kitchen That Really Sells Chuck E. Cheese Pizza

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:17:00 +0000

There are plenty of advantages to operating a ghost kitchen. Chuck E. Cheese started offering its pizzas through one of these kitchens on delivery apps.

The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant In New York

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Our pick for the best hole-in-the-wall restaurant in NY showcases an excellence cultivated over decades in a city known for some of the best food in the world.

The Mall Food Court Chain Reddit Calls 'The Nickelback Of Pizza'

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:47:00 +0000

Sure, it's notorious for being in mall food courts today, but this little pizza place started as a Mom and Pop shop in Brooklyn, and its pizza is true NY-style.

Sam's Club Vs Costco: Which Store Sells The Cheaper Pizza?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Milly Tamarez) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:17:00 +0000

Warehouse clubs offer great deals, but the question of whether Costco or Sam's Club sells the cheaper pizza has a more complicated answer than you might think.

10 Popular Restaurant Chains That Looked Way Different When They First Opened

staff@foodrepublic.com (Simone Paget) — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:47:00 +0000

Many of the classic chains we know and love today looked incredibly different when they started out, even McDonald's, which lacked its famous golden arches.

The Best Place To Buy Fresh Pizza Dough Is Your Local Pizzeria

staff@foodrepublic.com (Danielle Esposito) — Sat, 21 Jun 2025 11:47:00 +0000

Next time you are craving pizza, head to your local pizzeria - not to pick up a pie, but to secure the freshly made dough that you can craft yourself.

The All-You-Can-Eat Pizza Buffet That Nobody Remembers Anymore

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 19:17:00 +0000

One pizza buffet chain, founded by a junior high school teacher, offers endless doses of all the goodies you'd expect to find at a pizza bistro.

Why This Chain Has Been Rewarding Kids With Free Pizza For Decades

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Tue, 27 May 2025 12:15:00 +0000

The only thing better than a slice of hot pizza is a slice of hot free pizza, and this one chain has been rewarding kids with free pies for decades.

The Fast Food Pizza That Featured Hot Dogs As The Crust

staff@foodrepublic.com (Milly Tamarez) — Sun, 25 May 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Once upon a time, one major pizzeria decided to bring two food giants together in a moment of science and incredulity: hot dogs stuffed into a pizza crust.

The US State That Eats The Most Pizza By Volume Isn't New York Or New Jersey

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Fri, 16 May 2025 12:15:00 +0000

When it comes to eating pizza by sheer volume, one midwestern state beat out pizza-loving giants like New York and New Jersey for the top spot.

The Pennsylvania Pizza Shop That Serves Its Slices With Heaps Of Cold Cheese

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Wed, 14 May 2025 12:15:00 +0000

This Pennsylvania pizza shop does things a little differently: It serves its hot pies with heaps upon heaps of cold shredded mozzarella cheese.

Pope Leo XIV's Favorite Pizza Joint Is A Local Chicago Gem

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 12 May 2025 18:47:48 +0000

The world has a new pope -- and a new recommendation for truly authentic Chicago-style pizza, thanks to the elected official's roots in Illinois.

The Nostalgic Pizza Buffet Chain That's Been Making A Comeback

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 12:15:00 +0000

All-you-can-eat pizza is coming back in a big way -- after a battle with bankruptcy, this popular fast casual pizza chain is slowly making a triumphant return.

Stuffed Crust Pizza Showdown: Domino's Vs Papa John's Vs Pizza Hut

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Looking for a stuffed crust pizza and wondering where you should order from? We compared Domino's to Papa John's and Pizza Hut to find the best stuffed crust.