During my visit to the well-known Hungry Howie's Pizza, a franchise chain having more than 550 outlets all across America, I couldn't help but admire the uniqueness of this beloved pizza joint! What sets them apart, you ask? It's their signature flavored crust pizzas! Now how cool is that?
I was extremely inspired to see their active involvement in the local communities. They run a program called Dough-Raising, essentially fundraising that allows groups or organizations to partner with them and sell pizza vouchers to raise funds. As an environmental activist in college, such initiatives are close to my heart!
But what touched me the most was their commitment and contribution to the fight against breast cancer. Through a collaboration with the National Breast Cancer Foundation, they showcase their program "Love, Hope, and Pizza" every October (Breast Cancer Awareness month). Think about it, buying something as regular as a pizza and contributing towards a noble cause! Since its inception, they have raised nearly $3,000,000! It just made my pizza taste a whole lot better.
For any pizza lover who wants to learn more about them, simmer down and pay a visit here.
Wait, but are there Hungry Howie's Pizza outside the United States?
Nope! For now, its magic is confined to 26 states in the U.S., with over 550 outlets just waiting to serve you!
So, what's the big deal about Hungry Howie's Pizza anyway?
Personally, the catchy thing about Hungry Howie's Pizza was their innovation with pizza crusts. It's quite an experience when you discover that you have eight different flavors you could try on your pizza crust, the ability to mix and match them however you fancy! The fun list is as follows:
- Butter
- Butter Cheese
- Asiago Cheese
- Ranch
- Onion
- Cajun
- Sesame
- Garlic Herb
Phew! Is it going to be spicy then?
Only if you want it to be! Some of their sauces can be spicy, but don't worry, you can always control the spice level to your liking.
Outside of pizza, what else does Hungry Howie's Pizza offer?
Hungry Howie's Pizza offers a wonderful selection ranging from wings - both bone-on and boneless, to oven-baked sub sandwiches that'll remind you of calzones. They also offer a range of salads, bread sticks - or as they like to call it, Howie Bread, and a vast array of Pepsi products. They even had a giant cookie pizza for those with a sweet tooth like mine!
Ordering, how does that work?
You can either walk in, pick a spot, and create your own buffet-style meal choosing from their wide range of offerings or place your order for pickup via their mobile app, website or just ring your local Hungry Howie's Pizza!
I'm a vegetarian, would I find something at Hungry Howie's Pizza?
Definitely! Although their menu doesn't feature vegetarian pizzas exclusively, it's really simple to whip up a vegetarian pizza from their many options of delicious vegetable toppings. Plus, there're salad options to choose from as well.
Brilliant, but do they have vegan food options?
They may not have a designated vegan menu, but with little tweaks, you can create your own vegan meal like how I did last time. I opted for their Thin Crust or Gluten Free Crust, scrapped the cheese, and added all my favorite toppings. On top of that, you can modify one of their salads to fit your vegan diet!
They don't have a dedicated children's menu, per se, but their Junior (4 slices) and Small (6 slices) pizza sizes are perfectly kid friendly!
What are their operating hours?
Their opening hours are not regular, but most outlets open between 10:00am and 11:00am. The closing hours fluctuate between 10:00pm and midnight. Remember to check with your local Hungry Howie's Pizza for the most accurate time frame.
Do they offer delivery?
Yes, they do! Just use their website, mobile app download, or a simple phone call to place your order for delivery.
How healthy is Hungry Howie's Pizza?
Some of their pizzas can be a bit heavy on carbs and fats, but with the variety of vegetable toppings available, it's very doable to create a healthy and balanced pizza. Plus, moderation is the key, right?
Can I prepare Hungry Howie's Pizza at home?
Unfortunately, you won't find their products in any grocery store yet, but reheating their leftovers is always an option!
Pros:
- Unique flavored crusts.
- Option to mix and match crust flavors.
- Highly involved in community via fundraisers.
- Active contribution towards Breast Cancer Awareness.
- Wings and calzone styled subs apart from pizza.
- Easy to modify menu to fit dietary preferences.
Cons:
- Standard crusts could be heavy on carbs.
- No dedicated vegan/vegetarian menu.
- No standard opening hours for all outlets.
- No menu items available in grocery stores.