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Expanding Your Pizza Shop Menu: The Power of Adding Fried Foods

Written by Danielle Fantasia | Mar 14, 2025 12:00:02 PM

Pizza is a universal favorite, but expanding your menu with fried foods can take your business to the next level. 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®, 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.

🧀 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!

Want to see AutoFry in action? Visit us at Booth #555 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!