Papa Johns, PopUp Bagels team up for limited-time schmear drop

August 26, 2026

Papa Johns and PopUp Bagels are teaming up to launch a pair of limited-time bagel schmears inspired by the pizza chain's signature pepperoncini and Special…

Papa Johns completes strategic refranchising of Orlando-area restaurants

August 26, 2026

Papa John's International, Inc. has announced in a press release that it has refranchised 28 formerly corporate-owned restaurants in the Orlando area, which…

Papa Johns partners with KM Capital to expand footprint in Mexico

August 25, 2026

Mexico-based private investment firm KM Capital has joined Papa Johns as its new franchise partner in Mexico, assuming leadership of 44 existing restaurants…

Papa Johns Canada launches Pan Pizza

August 17, 2026

Beginning today, Papa Johns Canada is introducing its highly anticipated Pan Pizza, the company said in a news release.

Papa Johns Q2 revenue falls 9% as North America sales slump offsets international growth

by Valerie Gritton

August 7, 2026

Papa Johns' turnaround efforts continued to face headwinds in the second quarter, as softer consumer demand and an intensely promotional quick-service…

Papa Johns promotes 4 to leadership positions

August 6, 2026

Papa Johns International Inc. has made several immediate changes to its leadership team to support the company's ongoing strategic transformation, according to…

Papa Johns brings back Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza

July 14, 2026

The Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza is back at Papa Johns for a limited time, according to a press release.

Papa Johns appoints interim CFO as Ravi Thanawala departs

July 1, 2026

Papa John's International Inc. has restructured its executive team after the departure of chief financial officer Ravi Thanawala, who is resigning to assume a…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Papa Johns launches oven-toasted sandwiches

March 31, 2026

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

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…

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…

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.

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…

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…