Papa Johns News & Media

Papa Johns bringing signature garlic sauce to retail shelves this summer

May 13, 2026

Papa Johns is expanding into the grocery aisle with a nationwide launch of its bottled Garlic Flavored Sauce this summer, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns, Wing launch drone delivery pilot in North Carolina

May 11, 2026

Papa Johns and Wing have launched a pilot program to deliver food by drone, beginning with a selection of toasted sandwiches for customers in the Charlotte…

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Papa Johns maintains 2026 outlook despite 6.4% North America sales drop

May 8, 2026

Papa John's International Inc. reported a decline in first-quarter profit and North American sales this week, as the pizza chain struggled with a cautious…

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Papa Johns, Disney team up for global 'Toy Story 5' marketing campaign

May 6, 2026

Papa Johns has partnered with Disney and Pixar to celebrate the upcoming release of "Toy Story 5," which arrives in theaters June 19, according to a press…

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Papa Johns introduces Google Cloud-powered AI ordering tool

April 29, 2026

Papa Johns has launched Lou AI, a digital assistant integrated into its mobile app designed to automate the process of coordinating group food orders…

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Papa Johns launches gas-buster deal

April 3, 2026

Papa Johns has launched a limited-time promotion Friday called "Pizza Miles," offering loyalty members a credit for choosing carryout over delivery, according…

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Papa Johns launches oven-toasted sandwiches

March 31, 2026

Papa Johns has debuted a line of oven-toasted sandwiches, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns targets 2027 for full US rollout of Deliverect's delivery dispatch platform

March 19, 2026

Papa Johns partnered with Deliverect to implement Deliverect's Smart Dispatch & Delivery Management platform at all U.S. restaurant locations by the end of…

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Papa Johns reports Q4, 2025 sales; will close 300 underperforming restaurants

February 26, 2026

Papa Johns posted same-store sales declines of 5% during Q4 2025 in North America. The brand, co-headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and Atlanta, Georgia…

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Papa Johns makes playful run to become Michelin-starred restaurant

February 12, 2026

No pizzeria has ever earned a Michelin star, and Papa Johns wants to change that.

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Pan pizza returns to Papa Johns; brand says they got it right this time

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

After years of development, Papa Johns is relaunching its pan pizza with a refined recipe featuring a garlic-Parmesan crust and a six-cheese blend, supported…

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Papa Johns testing protein-infused dough

January 16, 2026

Papa Johns is testing dough infused with protein. The Protein Crust Pizza is a limited, one-day-only release exclusive for Papa Rewards Members at one select…

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Papa Johns partners with PAR Technology for POS, OPS transformation

January 13, 2026

Papa Johns has selected PAR Technology Corporation's PAR POS and PAR OPS for its U.S. in-restaurant tech stack, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns promotes Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer, president, North America

November 20, 2025

Papa Johns has promoted Ravi Thanawala to chief financial officer and president, North America. He most recently served as chief financial officer and EVP…

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Papa Johns releases its biggest pizza yet

November 4, 2025

Papa Johns just launched its biggest pizza yet, The Grand Papa, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns Canada brings back Butter Chicken Pizza

October 16, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has brought back one of its most popular menu items: the Butter Chicken Pizza, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns offers Croissant Pizza for one day only

September 10, 2025

Papa Johns is offering its globally revered Croissant Pizza to U.S. Papa Rewards members for one day only, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns Canada releases Aloha Trio Hawaiian-inspired pizzas

August 11, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has released a trio of Hawaiian-inspired pizzas, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns launches Croissant Pizza

June 12, 2025

Papa Johns has released its first-ever Croissant Pizza, pairing the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of its pizza…

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Papa Johns Canada launches Cheddar Crust Pizza

June 10, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has released a Cheddar Crust Pizza, according to a press release.

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