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13 Absolute Best Italian Chains Across The US

staff@thetakeout.com (Asia Mayfield) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 23:40:00 +0000

From iconic names in comfort food to pizza places and dessert shops, we round up the chains across the United States that offer the best Italian cuisine.

15 Food Court Treats Everyone Was Eating At The Mall In The '90s

staff@thetakeout.com (Michael Palan) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Going to the mall was a social event in the '90s, with everyone from teenagers to families enjoying treats from the ubiquitous food court, including these.

The Restaurant With The Biggest Cult Following In Every State

staff@thetakeout.com (Julie Blume Benedict) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:40:00 +0000

We travel the country to find each state's restaurant with the most faithful followers. Buckle up, and find out which ones are considered cult status.

The Pizza Chain With The Hands-Down Cheapest Stuffed Crust Money Can Buy In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

There's a time for a fancy Neapolitan-style pie from a lauded pizzaiolo, and then there are days when you want the cheapest, cheesiest pizza you can find.

11 Best Family-Owned Pizza Joints Across The US

staff@thetakeout.com (Andy Beth Miller) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0000

Featuring everything from white clam pizzas and Trenton tomato pies to traditional Neapolitan and New York takes, these pizzerias boast acclaim and know-how.

12 Elvis-Themed Restaurants Around The World

staff@thetakeout.com (Rachel Sobel) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Although Elvis has been gone almost 50 years, fans still pay tribute, and not just stateside. Here are some restaurants that honor the king around the world.

This '00s Buffet-Style Pizza Chain Quietly Vanished, And You Probably Didn't Even Notice

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0000

The pizza scene doesn't have many buffet-style chains, and there might be a reason for it. Just look at how this company from the 2000s faded from the industry.

Not Donatos, Not Jet's: This Lesser-Known Pizza Chain Takes The Best In The US Crown

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:05:33 +0000

A recent reader's choice awards took a look at American pizza chains and this lesser-known chain took the crown so keep your eye out for a location near you.

This Food Court Location Has The Most Stunning Pizza The Costco Community Has Ever Seen

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

There's a food court that set the Costco community ablaze with images of its delectable pizza. The catch? It's not in the easiest location to get to .

The Cheap Pizza Chain That's Still Pretty Good, Despite The Hate

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0000

People feel strongly about their pizza chain of choice, but this affordable chain gets more hate than it really deserves considering how tasty it is.

This Pizza Chain That Dominated The '70s Is Mainly Found In The Midwest Today

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Hoeffner) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The footprint of this midwestern pizza chain used to be much larger. It continues to serve up slices and pies, but it isn't as popular as it used to be.

8 New Menu Items That The Internet Tore Apart Worse Than The Big Arch

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000

Fast food chains have been getting creative trying to draw customers back in, but these eight new menu items are having the exact opposite effect.

12 Must-Order Casey's Pizzas According To Customers

staff@thetakeout.com (Paul Rothbart) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0000

Fans of Casey's pizza are happy to share their favorite pies through social media and we have narrowed down the ones they love the very best.

Not Papa Johns, Not Pizza Hut: This Is The Best-Selling Pizza Chain In The World In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Everyone loves pizza which is why there are so many pizza chains around. But even with the stiff competition, this chain is the best-selling one by a longshot.

5 Best Chains For Pan Pizza In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Pizza comes in all shapes and sizes, but pan pizza has to be one of the best. In terms of pizza chains, these are the five best places for pan pizza in 2026.

The Hands Down Best Store-Bought Frozen Pepperoni Pizza Knocks DiGiorno Down A Peg

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0000

The supermarket freezer aisle is full of pepperoni pizza options, but rather than picking up a frozen box of DiGiorno, you should get this brand instead.

Not Mozzarella, Not Cheddar: This Is The Cheese You Need For Detroit-Style Pizza

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Most styles of pizza use a generous helping of mozzarella on top to give it that signature cheese pull, but Detroit-style uses this niche ingredient instead.

This Pizza Topping From The '90s Lets You Eat Your Appetizer And Entree In One Bite

staff@thetakeout.com (Kat Olvera) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The 1990s were a wild time, not least because they were topping their pizzas with an unusual ingredient that we usually prefer as an appetizer or side.

The 12 Best Restaurants Serving Wood-Fired Pizza In The US

staff@thetakeout.com (Julie Blume Benedict) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Wood-fired pizza is a category of its own, boasting deliciously smoky aromas. Find out which restaurants are serving the best wood-fired pies in the country.

The Hands Down Cheapest Pizza Chains Of 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000

If you're on the hunt for a good pizza at a good price in 2026, here are some of the cheapest pizza chains currently slinging some quality goods.