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LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA IS HEADING BACK TO THE NASCAR CHICAGO STREET RACE FOR THE SECOND-STRAIGHT YEAR! 

We’re proud to once again partner with this historic race that will be held in Grant Park on July 6 & 7.

With visitors expected from all around the world, this one-of-a-kind race offers a chance to highlight all Chicago has to offer to all who visit. Beyond the race, guests will be treated live music and have a chance to experience some of what makes our city so unique – including food, art, and culture. This is where we come into play! If you’re attending the race, be sure to visit the main beer tent and/or food pavilion to purchase a slice of Chicago in the form of Lou Malnati’s iconic deep-dish pizza. Options include the classics: cheese, sausage and pepperoni.

Attendees are also encouraged to visit our Lou Malnati’s Fan Zone tent, where they can enter to win Free Pizza for a Year! This can be redeemed either at Lou’s restaurants or through nationwide shipping courtesy of Tastes of Chicago. Beyond the chance at free pizza, fans will also be able to play an interactive game to win limited edition Lou’s X NASCAR Chicago Street Race swag! Temporary Lou Malnati’s tattoos and stickers will also be available throughout the weekend for those who want to show their love for deep dish.

Follow this link for more information and offers around the upcoming NASCAR Chicago Street Race!

Enter To Win Tickets for a Def Leppard and Journey Rock and Roll Experience in the Windy City

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, home of Chicago’s authentic deep dish pizza, has partnered with AEG Presents, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles-based AEG, to welcome Def Leppard and Journey to Chicago and Wrigley Field.

This July, Lou Malnati’s is cooking up something legendary in partnership with AEG Presents – Def Leppard and Journey in Chicago. Don’t stop believing in this iconic Chicago experience and get your deep dish fix any way you want it. Come see Def Leppard and Journey at Wrigley Field and pour some parm on your pizza. Check out Lou Malnati’s social and website to enter for a chance to win a pair of concert tickets in Chicago and click here for more details.

LEGENDARY PIZZERIA’S NEW CARRYOUT AND DELIVERY BUNDLES PROVIDE VALUE AND CONVENIENCE TO FEED A CREW UP TO 6 FOR JUST UNDER $10 A PERSON FOR PICNICS, TAILGATES AND EASY SUMMER NEEDS

CHICAGO – June 20, 2024 – The summer solstice is finally here and Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is kicking off a convenient and value-driven menu offering an easy way for fans to fuel their summer fun. A family-owned company known for bringing people together around the table over its legendary deep dish pizza, Lou Malnati’s will offer special Malnati Meal Deals at all Chicagoland locations starting June 20, 2024. The new pizza bundles include mix-and-match meal deals that are designed to serve up to four to six guests for less than $10 per person and priced starting at $39.95.

As summer gets underway and families are looking for affordable dining options, the bundles provide an easy meal ideal for concerts, picnics, tailgates, or fun family dinners that don’t require cooking in the kitchen.  Bring the crew together for a meal deal and pizza party perfect for game nights, movie nights and watch parties to enjoy with friends and family at home.

Malnati Meal Deals come in two options and includes the following:

One Pizza Malnati Meal Deal

(starting at $39.95)

Feeds four to five people. Comes with choice of one large deep dish cheese pizza or extra large thin crust cheese pizza; one appetizer (family house salad, family Caesar salad, medium traditional or boneless wings); four chocolate chip Carol’s Cookies.

Two Pizza Malnati Meal Deal

(starting at $54.95)

Feeds six to seven people. Comes with choice of two pizzas: two medium deep dish cheese pizzas or two large thin crust cheese pizzas, or one medium deep dish cheese pizza and one large thin crust cheese pizza; one appetizer (family house salad, family Caesar salad, medium traditional or boneless wings); four chocolate chip Carol’s Cookies.

Malnati Meal Deal bundles start at just under $10 per person and are available to order online or via the Lou Malnati’s app for carryout and delivery only. A four-pack of drinks can be added to either meal deal option for just $5.

“Our guests love spending quality time together at home enjoying their friends and families during the summer months and we wanted to give them a convenient way to do that while offering great value,” said Marc Malnati, owner of Lou Malnati’s. “Our new Malnati Meal Deals not only feed a hungry crew but offer the opportunity to enjoy our handmade from scratch pizza with some of our most beloved menu items for carryout or delivery at home.”

Malnati Meal Deals will be offered daily and available at all Chicago area locations for carryout and delivery options.  The bundles can be ordered online or via the Lou Malnati’s app starting June 20, 2024. For hours and location information, please visit www.loumalnatis.com.

LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA ANNOUNCES NEW LOCATION IN ARIZONA COMING SOON TO VILLAGE AT PRASADA IN SURPRISE

Legendary Deep Dish Pizzeria Debuts Full-Service Restaurant & Bar and Headed to West Valley

PHOENIX, AZ — (May 23, 2024) – Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, based in Chicago, IL, announced that it will officially make Surprise, AZ home to its ninth location in the Phoenix metro area.  The famous deep dish pizzeria is slated to open its newest location in Fall 2024, currently under construction, at 13382 N Prasada Parkway in Surprise, AZ.  The new space is coming soon to the Village at Prasada in a free-standing building with patio in an established retail and restaurant area, adjacent to other local favorites, at the southwest corner of W Waddell Rd and N Prasada Parkway.  It’s conveniently located near Loop 303 and Waddell Road in the West Valley.

Lou Malnati’s opened its first restaurant in Phoenix in 2016, followed by locations in Arcadia, Scottsdale, Glendale, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler and most recently in Tempe in December 2022.  The 6,100 square foot space will be a full-service restaurant and bar offering dine-in, carryout, delivery, curbside pick-up and drop off catering services for hungry fans in the Surprise area.  The delicious menu is highlighted by the legendary deep dish pizza and offers tasty thin crust along with signature appetizers, salads, pastas and desserts.  The new restaurant will offer a real deep dish dining experience and include a dining room, full-service bar, outdoor patio and more.  Featuring a contemporary design, it will seat approximately 220 guests for indoor dining with room for about 75 additional guests for outdoor dining.

The Malnati family has become famous for their original deep dish pizza recipe, top-notch quality, and hospitality since opening in 1971.  The company is still owned and operated by second generation family members as Lou Malnati’s son, Marc Malnati, proudly carries on the family tradition and honors their legacy.  Celebrating over 50 years in business, Lou Malnati’s currently operates 80 locations in Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, and Phoenix.

Malnati’s looks forward to opening a new full-service restaurant in the greater Phoenix area and expanding its footprint in Arizona.  The iconic pizzeria wants to provide a taste of Chicago to the Windy City transplants and residents in the Valley.  “Since our first location opened in Arizona, we’ve received a warm welcome from our loyal fan base in Phoenix,” said owner, Marc Malnati.  “Our team is excited to expand in the West Valley and make a new home in the city of Surprise.  We’re thrilled to bring our authentic Chicago-style deep dish pizza to the Village at Prasada and become immersed in the diverse, vibrant, and thriving community,” added Marc Malnati.  “We’re committed to providing jobs at our restaurants while supporting the local communities we serve and we’re humbled by all our loyal customers who love our food, family, and hospitality,” Malnati added.

In addition to serving up their famous deep dish, the company believes in becoming ingrained in the local communities they serve.  The pizzeria is well known for giving back and supporting local charities and schools through fundraisers, sponsorships, and volunteer involvement.  The Malnati tradition of generosity will continue through youth incentive programs, generous donation programs, and working with local organizations in Surprise and the surrounding communities.  For more information, please visit Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria in the Valley.

LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY TO CE-LOU-BRATE CHICAGOLAND TEACHERS BY NOMINATING THEM ONLINE TO WIN “FREE PIZZA FOR A YEAR”

In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, students, parents and administrators are encouraged to nominate local teachers online to acknowledge their hard work and dedication to the classroom.

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is planning to celebrate teachers across Chicagoland during Teacher Appreciation Week and they need the community’s help nominating dedicated educators making an impact on students’ lives. From April 22 – May 3, 2024, students, parents and fellow administrators across the greater Chicagoland area are encouraged to nominate their favorite K-12 teacher.

Over 80 local teachers will be celebrated in Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix.  There will be 10 local teachers selected to win “Free Pizza for a Year” from Lou Malnati’s in the form of one free medium cheese pizza per week for 52 weeks and a $250 pizza party package for their school.  Additionally, 70 honorable mentions will be chosen to win a $100 Lou Malnati’s gift card during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6 – 10, 2024).

Individuals can use an online form to nominate teachers from public or private schools throughout Chicago and surrounding communities, writing in 100 words or less why their favorite educator deserves to be recognized.  Entries will be judged on the criteria of originality and clear reasoning for nomination. Prizes include:

Grand Prize Teacher (10 winners total across Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix)

• “Free Pizza for a Year” (One free medium cheese pizza per week for 52 weeks)
• $250 catering pizza party package for their school

Honorable Mention Teachers (70 winners total across Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix)

• $100 Lou Malnati’s gift card

“Teachers are the backbone of our local communities,” says Marc Malnati, owner of Lou Malnati’s and a second-generation family member who proudly carries on the Malnati family tradition. “They work hard every day to give kids the tools they need to learn, grow and thrive and we’re excited to honor them and give appreciation for all they do for kids and families across Chicago.”

For more information about the nomination process, including complete rules and instructions, visit https://www.loumalnatis.com/nominateyourteacher.

LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA PARTNERS WITH MIKE’S HOT HONEY® TO DEBUT FIRST-EVER DEEP DISH PIZZA COLLABORATION IN CELEBRATION OF NATIONAL DEEP DISH DAY

Available at all locations starting April 5, Lou Malnati’s will give away a free small Lou’s x Mike’s Hot Honey Deep Dish Pizza to over 7,000 lucky guests to celebrate this limited time collab that elevates pizza to new heights with a craveable Chicago meets New York twist.

Lou Malnati’s – the Chicago pizza legend long celebrated for its authentic flavor and buttery-crust deep dish, is collaborating with New York’s most buzzworthy condiment, Mike’s Hot Honey, to give hungry fans a chance to savor a pizza as rich in flavor as it is in history.  Available starting on National Deep Dish Pizza Day (April 5), Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria will introduce Lou’s x Mike’s Hot Honey Pizza, a limited-time offering in both deep dish and thin crust for dine-in, carryout and delivery at all Lou Malnati’s locations in Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix.

Lou Malnati’s meets Mike’s Hot Honey in this spicy collab and both brands are excited to introduce the new recipe as the first official deep dish partner of pizza’s hottest condiment.  Pairing Lou’s legendary deep dish pizza and signature ingredients with the sweet heat drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey combines the flavors of two iconic pizza cities.  The collaboration brings together the best of Chicago and New York with the highest quality ingredients to elevate the guest experience and ignite their taste buds.  It’s the perfect combination of sweet and savory drip.

The new legendary deep dish features mozzarella, sausage, giardiniera and cupped pepperoni topped with a drizzle of sweet and spicy Mike’s Hot Honey.  Created using Lou’s iconic deep dish pizza and adorned with ingredients symbolic of Chicago, it’s layered to capture the generous drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey which has become an instant classic on the New York pizza scene.

“After an exhaustive search over many years, we finally found something from New York that is worthy of adding to our Chicago deep dish pizza.  A little drizzle of Mike Kurtz’s Hot Honey creates a spectacular marriage of sweet and savory that every pizza lover will want to experience,” said Marc Malnati, owner of Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria.

In addition to the launch of the Lou’s x Mike’s Hot Honey Pizza which will be available in both deep dish and thin crust, Lou Malnati’s will offer guests the chance to sample the sweet and spicy flavor profile of Mike’s Hot Honey as a sauce option for their traditional and boneless chicken wings.  The limited-time pizzas will be available in all sizes and prices will vary.  Guests will also have the option to drip more sweet heat on their pizza or wings with the purchase of an additional Mike’s Hot Honey 1 oz dip cup.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with the oldest family name in Chicago pizza to create our first deep dish pizza collaboration,” said Mike Kurtz, founder of Mike’s Hot Honey.  “As a New Yorker, I was weary about deep dish pizza, but after trying Lou Malnati’s, I’m sold and I can’t wait for their guests to taste this delicious Chicago meets New York creation and have the opportunity to enjoy our hot honey on thin crust pizza and wings, too.”

In addition, Lou Malnati’s and Mike’s Hot Honey will launch with a week-long celebration starting on April 5 through April 11.  To kick off the hot new collab and limited-time only pizza and wings, Lou’s will surprise and delight customers with activities, swag and will give away a free small Lou’s x Mike’s Hot Honey Deep Dish Pizza to over 7,000 lucky guests.  In honor of the partnership and National Deep Dish Pizza Day, hungry fans can also enter to win Free Pizza for a Year and there will be 7 lucky winners to celebrate the 7 ingredients on the new pizza.  For more details about the collab, please visit loumalnatis.com/mikes.

For more information on this limited time offering as well as hours of operation, locations or to place an order, please visit loumalnatis.com.  Follow Lou Malnati’s and Mike’s Hot Honey on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter) or Instagram.