Can c-stores compete with pizzerias? 7-Eleven bets on better pizza

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

September 22, 2026

7-Eleven is continuing to invest in its prepared food portfolio, introducing an upgraded pizza crust and new customization options as it looks to make its…

What is driving Kona Ice’s success?

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Tony Lamb is the Founder and visionary behind Kona Ice, the tropical shaved-ice brand that turned an ice cream truck nightmare into experiences that customers…

How MOD Pizza put a fresh spin on its 'MODern Beginnings'

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

How MOD Pizza introduced familiar sizing, expanded signature recipes and new menu items while maintaining its signature customization model.

Round Table Pizza debuts Dr Pepper BBQ pizza, wings

September 21, 2026

Round Table Pizza has partnered with Dr Pepper and The Dairy Alliance to introduce a limited-time menu, the company announced in a news release.

Mellow Mushroom brews up Wicked Wizard cocktail

September 18, 2026

Mellow Mushroom is celebrating Halloween with the launch of the Wicked Wizard, the company announced in a news release. The Wicked Wizard is a limited-time…

Giordano’s, Smoque BBQ launch Texas-inspired Pitmaster Deep Dish

September 17, 2026

Giordano's has announced in a news release that it has teamed with Chicago-based Smoque BBQ to launch the Pitmaster Deep Dish, a limited-edition pizza…

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria rolls out fall menu, adds energy drinks

September 16, 2026

Grimaldi's Pizzeria has launched its Fall Favorites menu featuring Buffalo chicken dishes and seasonal cheesecakes, while adding three energy drinks and an…

Prince St. Pizza launches personal-sized Sicilian pies

September 16, 2026

Prince St. Pizza is downsizing its signature Sicilian-style square pies with the launch of the Personal Prince Pie, a limited-time, personal-sized offering…

Old Chicago launches cheese-forward menu, football deals

September 11, 2026

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom is leaning into football season with a limited-time Cheers to Cheese menu, new beverages and weekly gameday promotions running…

Stoner's Pizza fires up for Fall with Cheeseburger Pizza

September 3, 2026

Stoner's Pizza Joint has announced in a news release that it's kicking off fall with the launch of its new Cheeseburger Pizza, available at participating…

Mellow Mushroom extends refresher line with Cherry Tang LTO

September 3, 2026

Mellow Mushroom is ushering in fall with the launch of a new refresher: Cherry Tang, available at participating Mellow Mushroom locations starting Sept. 1. The…

Mountain Mike's Pizza launches calzones for limited time

September 1, 2026

Mountain Mike's Pizza is expanding its menu with the debut of build-your-own calzones, available now through Dec. 31, according to a press release.

Giordano’s teams up with Chicago creator on new fire deep dish pizza

September 1, 2026

Chicago pizza brand Giordano's is teaming up with American cook and content creator Adam Witt to launch its limited-edition Great Chicago Fire Pizza, the…

Pepperoni lover? Papa Johns' got you with Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza

September 1, 2026

Papa Johns has launched the Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza, which features 30% more pepperoni than the chain's standard large pepperoni pizza, according to a press…

How pizza operators are rethinking LTOs for Fall’s big occasions

by Valerie Gritton — Editor, Pizza Marketplace

As back-to-school, Labor Day and football season converge, pizza chains are balancing menu innovation with value, familiar favorites and flavor experiences.

Domino’s takes on the Big Mac, Whopper, Crunchwrap with latest pizza

August 31, 2026

Domino's is challenging America to decide whether its new Domino Detroit-style pizza deserves a place among fast food's most iconic menu items. The…

Vocelli Pizza launches Detroit-style pizza

August 28, 2026

Vocelli Pizza is expanding its menu with the nationwide launch of a Detroit-style pan pizza and a 1.5-pound brownie on Aug. 31, according to a press release.

Casey's breakfast pizza returns in time for football season

August 27, 2026

Casey's is bringing back its breakfast pizza as the "Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs" for the 2026-2027 college football season. The convenience store and…

Fresh Brothers adds Wing It On to Southern California pizza menus

August 27, 2026

Fresh Brothers Pizza is now serving Wing It On wings at all of its Southern California locations, expanding the wing concept's footprint by 20 locations…

Papa Johns, PopUp Bagels team up for limited-time schmear drop

August 26, 2026

Papa Johns and PopUp Bagels are teaming up to launch a pair of limited-time bagel schmears inspired by the pizza chain's signature pepperoncini and Special…