Pizza hut classic florida

Post by Brian Lutz » Sat May 21, am. Post by Super S » Mon May 23, pm. Post by cjd » Wed May 25, am. Post by BillyGr » Sun May 29, pm.

In , Pizza Hut brought back its logo, banking on its nostalgic appeal. I figured that would be the end of it, just a simple marketing tactic soon forgotten. The old logo is used in pole signage as well as at the top of the usually but not always red-roofed restaurant. So far, these stores appear to be limited to smaller markets, where these legacy stores have survived, the bones of the old buildings intact. I was even interviewed for a podcast concerning the rise of Pizza Hut Classics. John Lagomarsino of Underunderstood was just as fascinated as I was — and just as stymied in his efforts to learn more about them. John interviewed me for his podcast while also taking a crack at starting a list of Pizza Hut Classics.

Pizza hut classic florida

What I wanted to find today was something more…sentimental. Unless you know where to look. So, stick with me for a bit, because this story goes beyond just the simple joy of stuffed crust. In early , comedian Craig Robinson began appearing in a series of Pizza Hut commercials. These were the brick-and-mortar locations with trapezoid windows, slanted roofs, checkered table clothes, red vinyl booths, and stained glass lamps that illuminated the pipping hot pizza being served in a hot skillet. One of the Craig Robinson Pizza Hut commercials. Odds are, you at least knew of this era of Pizza Hut even if you never ate at one. The corporate directive to construct franchise locations in a defined, physically specific manner created a brand identity that went well beyond just a logo or wordmark. Even after Pizza Hut began abandoning the buildings of their heyday, it was easy to look at a structure and just know what its past life had been. Examples of abandoned Pizza Huts as seen in my Suburbia Lost series. Newer locations usually offer little to no seating, serving simply as small storefronts with less overhead. This is by far the most common variant found these days. Nostalgia always has been, and always will be, something we hold dear as both consumers and human beings.

Always preyed on it. This is a photo from my visit in Maywhen the dining room was closed because of pandemic rules. Abandoned Pizza Hut photographed in Columbus,

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In , Pizza Hut brought back its logo, banking on its nostalgic appeal. I figured that would be the end of it, just a simple marketing tactic soon forgotten. The old logo is used in pole signage as well as at the top of the usually but not always red-roofed restaurant. So far, these stores appear to be limited to smaller markets, where these legacy stores have survived, the bones of the old buildings intact. I was even interviewed for a podcast concerning the rise of Pizza Hut Classics. John Lagomarsino of Underunderstood was just as fascinated as I was — and just as stymied in his efforts to learn more about them.

Pizza hut classic florida

In the images that have now gone viral, one can notice the old crimson-colored decor, the old logo, the iconic lunch buffet, and even the red cups, giving the impression that Pizza Hut is continuing its rebranding. The pictures, which were first shared by X user Hunter Shelburne WGTabletop , showed the Pizza Hut Classic-themed eatery in their hometown of Hempstead, Texas, which gave a peek into original Pizza Hut designs from the late s and early s. As soon as the images surfaced online, netizens were excited over the Pizza Hut Classic rendition, with many seeking that the transition happen nationwide. In this regard, an X user commented under JackPosobiec's tweet. Since then, it has been transitioning, including bringing back several iconic features from the past over the last few years. These include the original logo used on the pole sign alongside the top of the red roof of the food joint. Occasionally, the pole sign also mentions the word "Classic. The doors now have Pizza Hut mascot Pete's stickers displayed on them, while posters from the original Pizza Hut days are also portrayed around. Besides, a plaque focusing on the legacy of the brand as described by Pizza Hut's co-founder, Dan Carney, is also exhibited. On his official website, The Retrologist has even compiled a list of all the places where the Pizza Hut Classic can be found so far.

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They were advertising a pizza buffet right up until the pandemic hit in , no idea if they still offer this. Unless you know where to look. Expand full comment. Like politicians, but with pepperoni and mozzarella. At this point, I'm not even sure where the next nearest one is, no less if they are the classic style or a newer one. This is the first Pizza Hut Classic I ever encountered. Talk about becoming irrelevant in 5 years or less. Georgetown, Ohio Pizza Hut in October Share this post. Prior to that, I'm pretty sure it had the original furniture, other than the Wing Street tables and high chairs that were added whenever that debuted. Start Writing Get the app. The pot pie and 3 chicken tender meals were quite good for the price. Please consider joining my newsletter and becoming a paid subscriber. Pizza Hut to me is one of those chains that is always "there" but doesn't really stand out. They did not grow with the area much in the 90's; new Round Tables opened all over town and there were few Pizza Huts.

What I wanted to find today was something more…sentimental.

Georgetown, Ohio Pizza Hut in October In the late 00's or 10's, a couple of new Pizza Huts opened in strip malls one with dine in and one carry out only. The pot pie and 3 chicken tender meals were quite good for the price. The Retrologist by Rolando Pujol is a reader-supported publication. Expand full comment Reply Share. There are many better pizza options locally. Post by Brian Lutz » Sat May 21, am. It is offering dine in according to the signs, but I see nothing about the buffet. Yesteryear usually seems better than the present. Like politicians, but with pepperoni and mozzarella. Often, we view the past through rose-colored glasses. I figured that would be the end of it, just a simple marketing tactic soon forgotten. At that point those things were all they had going for them vs the cheap carry out options. Great list!