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Adding crispy, crave-worthy sides and appetizers increases ticket averages, attracts new customers, and boosts profits—all while keeping operations smooth. **The Benefits of Adding Fried Foods to Your Pizza Shop** ✅ **Increased Revenue** – Side items and appetizers add profitable upsell opportunities. A customer who orders fries, mozzarella sticks, or wings alongside their pizza spends more per visit. ✅ **Enhanced Customer Experience** – Diners love variety, and offering fried options keeps your menu fresh and exciting. ✅ **Quick & Easy Prep** – With ventless frying solutions like [**AutoFry®**](http://www.autofry.com), adding fried foods doesn’t require costly hood installations or extra labor. ✅ **Attract Late-Night & Takeout Crowds** – Fried foods hold up well for delivery and late-night snacking, perfect for boosting sales during peak hours. **Popular Fried Food Additions for Pizza Shops** 🍗 **Chicken Wings** – A perfect complement to pizza, wings are a must-have for game days and gatherings.[![AutoFry with Crink fries](https://blog.mtiproducts.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AutoFry%20with%20Crink%20fries.png?width=359&height=359&name=AutoFry%20with%20Crink%20fries.png)](http://www.autofry.com) 🧀 **Mozzarella Sticks** – Cheesy, crispy goodness that pairs well with marinara sauce. 🍟 **French Fries & Loaded Fries** – A simple yet profitable side item, especially when loaded with toppings like bacon, cheese, and jalapeños. 🥟 **Fried Ravioli** – A unique, Italian-inspired appetizer that customers love. 🐔 **Chicken Tenders** – A family-friendly favorite that’s easy to prepare and serve. **The AutoFry Advantage: Frying Made Easy** If you’re worried about the complexity of frying, **AutoFry** offers a **ventless, fully automated solution** that eliminates the need for a traditional hood system. This means: ✔ **No expensive kitchen renovations** ✔ **Consistent, high-quality frying with no guesswork** ✔ **Safe, closed frying system to protect employees** ✔ **Easy-to-use technology that doesn’t require extra staffing** **Meet AutoFry at the 2025 International Pizza Expo![![Busy Booth - Pizza Expo 2024](https://blog.mtiproducts.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Busy%20Booth%20-%20Pizza%20Expo%202024.png?width=359&height=359&name=Busy%20Booth%20-%20Pizza%20Expo%202024.png)](https://pizza.a2zinc.net/PizzaExpo2025/Public/eventmap.aspx?ID=50428&shAvailable=1&_ga=2.43203493.1637170028.1741620190-607848792.1737730077)** Want to see AutoFry in action? Visit us at [**Booth #555**](https://pizza.a2zinc.net/PizzaExpo2025/Public/eventmap.aspx?ID=50428&shAvailable=1&_ga=2.43203493.1637170028.1741620190-607848792.1737730077) at the **2025 International Pizza Expo & Conference** in Las Vegas, Nevada, from **March 24-26** at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Our team will be there showcasing how AutoFry can help your pizza shop **boost revenue, streamline operations, and expand your menu effortlessly.** 📍 **Save the Date:** March 24-26, 2025 📍 **Where:** Las Vegas Convention Center 📍 **AutoFry Booth:** #555 **Ready to Take Your Pizza Shop to the Next Level?** Adding fried foods is a profitable, easy, and customer-pleasing way to grow your pizza shop. Whether you’re looking to expand your menu, increase ticket sizes, or attract more customers, AutoFry can help you do it with ease. 👉 Want to learn more? Stop by Booth #555 at the 2025 International Pizza Expo or click below to contact us today! ![CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! 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