NATIONAL PIZZA DAY – February 9
Thu Feb 9th

National Pizza Day

National Pizza Day, February 9th, honors one of America's all-time favorite foods... Pizza is a American favorite, whether it's thin crust, Chicago-style, deep dish, or something in between.

We love our pizzas, and they come in so many variations. A few pizza truths as we nosh on our new favorite..

  • Pepperoni is the most popular pizza at 36% of all pies ordered..
  • Each year, more than 3 billion pizzas are sold in the United States. Add another 1 billion on frozen pizzas to your frozen pizzas
  • About 17% of all restaurants in the United States are pizzerias.
  • In 1738, Antica Pizzeria, the first Pizzeria, opened in Naples, Italy, in 1738
  • Gennaro Lombardi, the first Pizzeria in the United States, opened in 1895 in New York City and opened in 1895
  • According to an average of 23 pounds of pizza per person each year, Americans consume on average 23 pounds of pizza per person each year

United States. how to celebrate #nationalpizzaday

  • Try your new pizza from Eat your favorite pizza
  • Visit a local pizzeria and give them a shout-out for their delectable pies!
  • Make your own pizza at home by making your own pizza
  • Your favorite recipes are shared on social media
  • Experiment with toppings, crusts, and sauces..
  • And don't forget to check out the Celebration Deals for all the best offers and discounts
  • If you're looking for other great deals on National Pizza Day, send us a note
  • Watch movies like Mystic Pizza or Little Italy from Mystic Pizza or Little Italy.
  • Give these recipes a try and throw a pizza party..
  • The best Pepperoni Pizzas in the world are the Perfect Pepperoni Pizzas
  • Beer Bread Pizza
  • Bacon & Artichoke Pizza is a dish that is served with Bacon & Artichoke Pizza
  • ***Margherita Flatbread Pizza
  • Chicken Pizza with Peanut Butter BBQ Sauce is the best pizza in Peanut Butter BBQ Chicken Pizza. Peanut Butter BBQ Chicken Pizza is the best chicken pizza in town
  • To post on social media, use #NationalPizzaDay

Pizza FAQ

Q. Is all pizzas round?

A. No. A. No. A. No. Pizzas are now available in rectangles and squares.

Do you know that crusts have leavening agents in them? Q. Does it have leavening agents in them?

A. Most thin crust pizza recipes call for some sort of leaving agent, such as yeast or baking soda. There are recipes that call for no leavening agent, however, there are recipes that call for no leavening agent.

Which is better, thin or thick crust? Q. Which is the best, thin or thick crust?

A. It depends on a variety of variables and personal preference. Depending on one type of crust versus another, different toppings perform better than another. Some sauces call for a thicker, more robust crust.