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Not Cici's, Not Pizza Inn: This Buffet Chain Has Been Baking All-You-Can-Eat 'Za Since 1981

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0000

This chain's buffet includes pizzas, chicken options, sides, and desserts. The first location opened in Iowa, with over 200 outlets across the U.S. now.

The Controversial Ingredient Hiding In Most Restaurant Pizza Dough (And The Reason It's There)

staff@chowhound.com (Georgina Jedikovska) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Many restaurant pizza doughs contain an ingredient that most countries have banned, so why is it still in pizza dough in the United States?

One Of The Best Pizzas In Chicago Is So Sought-After It Sells Out Daily

staff@chowhound.com (Amara Michelle) — Thu, 28 May 2026 20:25:00 +0000

Diners are completely obsessed with this Chicago pizza spot. The pies are so deliciously unique that they command an absolute sell-out daily.

Where To Find The Best Detroit-Style Pizza Across The US

staff@chowhound.com (Stephanie Mee) — Sun, 24 May 2026 23:15:00 +0000

When you're on the hunt for a saucy pizza made with a pillowy, fluffy crust and cheesy, crispy edges, these restaurants have got you covered.

The Old-School Chicago Restaurant That Got Guy Fieri To Enjoy One Of His Least Favorite Foods

staff@chowhound.com (Audrey Farnsworth) — Mon, 18 May 2026 10:05:00 +0000

There are several foods that celebrity chef Guy Fieri can't stand, but one Chicago restaurant made him reconsider one of his least favorite ingredients.

Do You Remember This '90s Pizza Buffet Chain That Disappeared Without A Trace?

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Mon, 11 May 2026 14:55:00 +0000

Not that long ago, pizza buffets with low price points were definitely a thing. However, one of the most iconic of these chains is one that no longer exists.

The Once-Popular Pizza Chain McDonald's Owned In The '90s

staff@chowhound.com (Tara Bowen) — Thu, 07 May 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Did you know McDonald's used to own a famous regional pizza chain? The restaurant still exists, but its no longer connected to the fast food giant.

Grab A Life Jacket, This Pizza Hut Location Is Accessible By Boat

staff@chowhound.com (Audrey Farnsworth) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0000

Ever visited a Pizza Hut Classic with retro '90s decor? How about one on a lake with a dock? At this unique location in Missouri, you'll have done both.

The Chicago Pizza Experience Giving Diners Sweeping Skyline Views

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Enjoy deep dish pizza with a view from the city's tallest building. This dining package offers a customizable menu 103 stories above the Chicago skyline.

The Beloved Brooklyn Pizza Joint Baking Pies In A 100-Year-Old Oven

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:05:00 +0000

There are many pizzerias in New York City claiming to offer unique pies, but this Brooklyn shop actually does thanks to its 100-plus-year-old oven.

Gordon Ramsay's Favorite Pizza Toppings May Be More Controversial Than Pineapple

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0000

If you consider pineapple and anchovies to be controversial pizza ingredients, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's favorite toppings might just surprise you.

Believe It Or Not, Andrew Zimmern's Favorite Pizza Comes From A Gas Station

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer Magid) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:05:00 +0000

He has traveled the world and won four James Beard Awards, but Andrew Zimmern's favorite pizza comes from a gas station. Can you guess which one?

This Is Texas' Must-Try Hole-In-The-Wall Pizza Joint, According To Reviews

staff@chowhound.com (Ryan Zanoni) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0000

If you're a lover of dough, sauce, and cheese in the Lone Star State, reviews for this pizzeria make it sound like the kind of place you shouldn't miss.

The Beatles-Themed Pizza Spot In Japan Serving Traditional Neapolitan-Style Pies

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:25:00 +0000

Fans of the Beatles and rounds of dough baked with cheese and other toppings will want to know about this singularly focused restaurant in Japan.

The Pizza Trend That's Sticking Around In 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Macy Sandel) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0000

According to Ben Glazer, co-owner of Alex's Washington Garden and WG Pizzas, this is the pizza trend you definitely won't want to miss this year.

Why Pizza Hut In The '90s Just Hit Different And What Nostalgic Diners Miss Most Of All

staff@chowhound.com (Audrey Farnsworth) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:35:00 +0000

In the 1990s, Pizza Hut was operating on a whole different level. Here's why customers who remember those times have such fond memories of the chain.

Little Caesar's Deserves More Love, According To The Internet

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:35:00 +0000

Little Caesar's is often scoffed at as a fast food pizza chain, but there is an overwhelming number of customers who sing its praises, and sales prove it.

The 8 Best Tavern-Style Pizza Joints In Chicago

staff@chowhound.com (Liz Jaros) — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:15:00 +0000

You might associate Chicago with deep dish pizza, but real Chicagoans know that the paper-thin, tavern-style pizza is where all the hype is at.

The World's Largest Pizza Slice Takes Over LA, Feeding 7 People For $40

staff@chowhound.com (Amara Michelle) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Whether it's a great marketing ploy for cheesy, saucy pizza pies, or simply a way to deliver more pizza, this giant slice is practically human size.

The Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Joint That Lets Diners Leave Their Mark (Literally)

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:05:00 +0000

There's a place in Chicago that serves drool-worthy deep-dish pizza, but it might be the spontaneous art occurring on walls that draws people in.