Everyone has that one Pizza Hut favorite that got away. Over the years, this multinational pizza restaurant chain has taken us on a wild ride with some outrageously delicious creations, only to take them off the menu just as we got hooked. It’s time to open the vault and reminisce about those gone-but-not-forgotten favorites from Pizza Hut’s ever-evolving menu.
Priazzo
The Priazzo was like the lovechild of a pizza and a pie. It was launched in the mid-’80s and phased out because it took too long to cook. This hefty item was layered with meats and cheeses, mimicking a deep-dish style that was a meal in every slice. It’s a pity it disappeared.
Taco Pizza
Back in the day, Pizza Hut decided to fuse a taco with a pizza, creating the Taco Pizza. It was a mashup of taco-seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, and diced tomatoes sprinkled with cheddar. Retired in the late 1990s, this pizza was a textural delight that left taco lovers asking for more.
TripleDecker Pizza
Pizza Hut once dared to sandwich a pizza between two other thin-crust layers, calling it the TripleDecker. Introduced and discontinued in the 1990s, this was essentially a pizza sandwich that combined cheesy goodness with a crispy crust, making it a guilty pleasure too good to last.
Cavatini Pasta
Who says Pizza Hut is just about pizza? The Cavatini Pasta was a trio of spaghetti, rotini, and shell pasta baked with marinara sauce and smothered in cheese. It vanished from the menu without a trace, leaving pasta lovers yearning for its comeback.
Mozza-Loaded Crust Pizza
The Mozza-Loaded Crust Pizza was a fun twist on the stuffed crust, adding mozzarella and bits of pepperoni right into the dough. This extra flavorful crust was a fan favorite for its surprise bites of pepperoni, making every pizza night a bit more exciting.
BBQ Beef Pizza
Imagine your pizza topped with tender chunks of beef soaked in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. That was the BBQ Beef Pizza, a favorite for those who loved a little Southern flair on their pie. Discontinued in the 1990s, it’s still missed by BBQ enthusiasts.
P’Zone
P’Zone was Pizza Hut’s giant take on the calzone, stuffed to the brim with either meaty or veggie fillings. It was perfect for those who wanted their pizza folded and portable. Despite making brief comebacks, it’s currently MIA from the menu.
The Insider
The Insider was a cheese lover’s dream: a layer of cheese hidden between two thin crusts. This creation was briefly featured in the early 2000s, offering a gooey, cheesy experience with every bite. It’s a wonder why it didn’t stick around longer.
Big New Yorker
An homage to the classic New York-style pizza, the Big New Yorker had extra-large slices that demanded to be folded. With a tangy sauce and super thin crust, this pie was as close as you could get to the Big Apple at a chain. It disappeared in the early 2000s, but it’s still fondly remembered.
Cheesy Bites Pizza
The Cheesy Bites Pizza turned the crust into pull-apart garlic knots filled with cheese. This interactive pizza was especially popular at gatherings, making it a communal favorite. Although it pops up occasionally, it’s not a permanent fixture on the menu.
Hershey’s Chocolate Dunkers
Dessert at Pizza Hut hit differently with Hershey’s Chocolate Dunkers. These were essentially baked pizza dough sticks with a side of chocolate dipping sauce. A dream for those with a sweet tooth, these dunkers were phased out too soon.
Edge Pizza
The Edge Pizza was notable for its thin crust that carried toppings right to the edge, leaving no bite uncovered. This full-flavored pizza was a hit in the late ’90s for those who hated crust waste. Its disappearance has left many pining for its edge-to-edge goodness.
Stuffed Crust Gold
Taking the original stuffed crust idea further, the Stuffed Crust Gold pizza was laced with cheese and herbs throughout its dough. This limited-run item offered a luxurious twist on the classic, leaving fans wishing it was a staple.
Pepperoni Lover’s Pizza
For those who believed there was no such thing as too much pepperoni, the Pepperoni Lover’s Pizza was a dream come true. Double layers of pepperoni and cheese made this a robust choice, sadly no longer available but not forgotten.
Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza
The Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza was a bold experiment, blending the flavors of a burger with the format of a pizza. Featuring ground beef, bacon bits, and a mustard drizzle, it was a standout item that merged two culinary worlds. Its departure has left many hoping for its return.