Craving a Slice on the Busiest Pizza Days of the Year?
We all know the feeling — it’s been a long day, you plop down on the couch, and then remember, dinner has to happen. And that’s why the universe created pizza delivery. Some days are busier than others, though, forcing long wait times for your pie. Don’t get stuck going hungry because you called in on the most popular day for ordering pizza.
What Are the Top 5 Days for Pizza Sales?
What days do people eat pizza the most? You probably won’t be surprised to find out it’s holidays or days where you otherwise have a ton to do because of an event. Keep reading to discover the busiest days for pizza sales.
Halloween
Congratulations, Halloween! You’re the spookiest season, and also the pizza-iest season. More people order pizza on Halloween than any other day. Everyone’s over to go out and get candy, or you’re handing it out at the door — it’s a day of parties and revelry, and the best companion for that is a piping hot pie. Plus, we’re pretty sure the savoriness of pizza will cut through the sweetness of the 18th bag of Skittles you just downed.
Day Before Thanksgiving
You know who wants to make a separate dinner when they’ve spent all day preparing for a major holiday the next day? Nobody. No wonder the day before Thanksgiving is a busy pizza delivery day. It’s a quick, hot meal, one that doesn’t require you to stand over the oven for eight hours waiting for a little temperature pin to pop up.
New Year’s Eve
We love New Year’s Eve. It’s chaotic and fun, and around dinner time, you’ve probably already had several glasses of champagne to practice for the big countdown at midnight. Join the crowd and toast to your local pizza delivery place — everyone else is doing it, and you can even bring a slice with you on your way to the next party.
New Year’s Day
Two words: comfort food. You’re groggy from being up all night, the revelers have headed home, and the party horns are silent. It’s the perfect time to sooth your soul with something familiar.
Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday held the record for busiest pizza delivery day for a good long time, but now takes second place to Halloween. It makes sense — you’ve got all your buddies over for the game and people need to eat. And let’s be real, appetizers and chicken wings can only tide you over for so long before you want an actual meal.
Regional Pizzas for Delivery Shipped Straight to Your Door
Lou Malnati’s Deep Dish
Lou Malnati’s is iconic when it comes to Chicago-style deep dish pizza. Locals love it, and bring in out-of-towners to try it when they come for a visit. The pizza’s deeply embedded in Chicago history, as well. The style itself dates back to the 1940s, and Lou’s first location opened in 1971. Want your pizza to be part of something romantic? You can order a pie in a heart shape. And don’t worry if you’re not a deep dish fan — Lou’s also sells Chicago-style thin crust.
Table 87 Thin Crust Slices
Nothing hits quite like a piping hot thin crust New York-style slice fresh from the oven. Table 87 brings those slices to your own table — complete with the signature coal-fired crust and housemade mozzarella cheese. The crust will be charred, the toppings intentional, and the flavor delicious. It’ll bring you right back to those nights in Times Square grabbing a bite from the slice shop by your hotel.
Buddy’s Pizza Detroit-Style Squares
In 1946, World War II soldiers returning to Detroit brought with them knowledge of a delicious square-shaped Italian-style pizza. Buddy’s owner Gus Guerra took on the challenge of recreating that style. Detroit-style pizza has a crispy caramelized edge and, back then, was made in rectangular steel trays from nearby auto shops. Luckily, today we have actual pizza pans.
Read More: The Ultimate Guide to Regional Pizza Styles
The busiest days for pizza places don’t need to stop you from having a fresh pie, whether it’s one of the above, a Neapolitan slice, or even New Haven style apizza. When you can cook it directly in the comfort of your own home, those crowds and long wait times won’t keep you hungry.
