Food & Beverage
Papa John’s Shaq-A-Roni pizza with purpose returns
August 16, 2021
Papa John's is bringing back its Shaq-A-Roni, an exclusive menu item developed with former professional basketball player Shaquille O'Neal, who is a franchisee and serves on the company's board.
Now in its second year, one dollar from every Shaq-A-Roni sold through October 24 will go to The Papa John's
"The Shaq-a-Roni is inspired by our shared love of delicious pepperoni pizza and our passion for giving back to support our communities," O'Neal said in the release. "By donating $1 from every Shaq-a-Roni sold, we're turning a regular pizza night into pizza with a purpose. It's a no-brainer."
The pizza was designed by O'Neal and features an extra-large pie made with Papa John's six-ingredient dough, topped with extra cheese and extra pepperoni, then cut into Papa John's largest slice size to date.
"We are excited to partner with Shaquille to deliver an extra-large, extra-special pizza that also gives back," Rob Lynch, president and CEO of Papa John's, said in the release. "The needs in our communities have increased over the last 18 months, and we are so proud of our team members, franchisees and customers for coming together to provide support to great organizations doing important work."
The Shaq-a-Roni will be offered first to Papa Rewards members and then to the general public on August 23. The pizza is available for $13.
Papa John's is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and has more than 5,300 restaurants in 49 countries and territories
