Since its founding in 1958, Pizza Hut has become a popular chain known for offering pizza at affordable prices. The journey began with two brothers, $600 borrowed from their mother, and a dream to open a pizza parlor in Wichita, Kansas. Today, Pizza Hut operates nearly 20,000 locations worldwide.
Despite its global presence, the distribution of Pizza Hut locations is heavily concentrated in one state.
Texas, often known for its barbecue and steak, has earned a surprising reputation for its love of Pizza Hut. With 717 locations, the state leads the U.S. by a large margin. So, why does Texas have so many Pizza Hut stores? The presence of Pizza Hut’s headquarters in Plano, Texas, likely plays a significant role.
Texas is the second-largest state in the U.S., which contributes to the number of Pizza Hut locations. The vast space available for development allows for more stores, unlike smaller, more crowded states that face space limitations. Plano, with a population of nearly 300,000, is home to many loyal Pizza Hut customers, keeping each location busy and thriving.
Additionally, Texas is home to nine “Pizza Hut Classic” locations. These locations maintain the nostalgic atmosphere of early Pizza Hut restaurants, with checkered tablecloths and iconic overhanging lamps. For many, these spots offer a trip down memory lane, and there is hope that Pizza Hut will bring back the classic model to more locations in the future.
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