U.K. pizza chain Pizza Express is planning to conquer the U.S., opening it's first restaurants in Orlando and Tampa

Pizza Express, a well known restaurant chain in the U.K., has big plans to open hundreds of restaurants across the U.S., starting with it's first location in Florida

U.K. based global pizza restaurant, PizzaExpress, with locations across twelve countries, has announced it's crossing the Atlantic with its first U.S restaurants set to open in Florida in 2025.

Pizza Express has teamed up with the franchising group, Purple Square Management Company, a Tampa based company operating 245 plus franchise locations across 15 states, including Dunkin’, Baskin Robbins, Popeyes, and Rent-A-Center.

"To debut in the U.S., it was vital to find an experienced franchise partner who shares our passion and vision to deliver delicious pizzas while simultaneously offering a unique dining experience," said Chris Holmes, Chief Development Officer at PizzaExpress. "With Purple Square, we're confident we've found the perfect partner to help raise the bar for pizza in the United States. Together, we're bringing the best of PizzaExpress to new audiences, the home of affordable everyday celebrations, where showtime meets dinnertime – whether you're dining with family, mates, or dates."

Purple Square CEO & President Vik Patel commented, "We know this concept has the potential to resonate with U.S. consumers in a truly unique way. Walking into a PizzaExpress location is a one-of-a-kind experience, designed to welcome everyone—whether you're bringing the kids out for a slice or soaking in the energy of live music. We're thrilled to introduce its rich legacy, inclusive atmosphere, and affordable price points to our home state of Florida. This is just the beginning of a journey we're confident will inspire a new wave of dining experiences across the country."

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Renowned for its open kitchens, and a handcrafted menu with distinctive Dough Balls and garlic butter, PizzaExpress delivers a pizza experience they say is unlike anything in the American market.

U.K. pizza chain Pizza Express is planning to conquer the U.S., opening it's first restaurants in Orlando and Tampa. Man in striped shirt smiles while placing pizza into industrial oven. White tiled kitchen, warm lighting, focused and content mood.

U.S. customers can look forward to the Padana (featuring creamy goat's cheese and caramelized onions), La Reine (a classic combination of ham, black olives and mushrooms), the one-of-a-kind lighter pizza, Leggera – a pizza with a refreshing salad-filled hole in the middle, featuring the great taste of the brand's Romana base pizzas, but with a third fewer calories, a children's menu aptly named Piccolo, and the American pizza – a love story-inspired pepperoni pizza that is a fan favorite.

Celebrating its 60th birthday in 2025, PizzaExpress boasts a robust portfolio of nearly 360 restaurants across the U.K and Ireland, alongside 110 international locations spanning 12 markets, including owned operations in Hong Kong and the UAE, and franchised sites across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

For more information on PizzaExpress visit the website https://www.pizzaexpress.com.

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