April 5

National Deep Dish Pizza Day

Celebrate National Deep Dish Pizza Day with the most delicious and gooey pies - grab your friends, family, and a big appetite for some amazing pizza!

Yearly Date

April 5

Observed in

United States

Introduction

It's time to get your ovens ready for National Deep Dish Pizza Day on April 5! This delicious holiday has been around since the 1940s, when it was first created in Chicago. Since then, deep dish pizza has become a favorite all over the world with its thick crust and gooey cheese. It's also a great opportunity to try new toppings or experiment with your own unique recipes. So grab some friends and get ready to celebrate this delicious day!

National Deep Dish Pizza Day Timeline

1943

Deep Dish Pizza Invention

Pizzeria Uno in Chicago, founded by Ike Sewell, creates the very first deep dish pizza, introducing a new pizza style to the world.

1950s

Chicago Style Growth

Popularity of deep dish pizza grows throughout Chicago and begins to spread to neighboring states.

1997

Lawsuit Over 'Chicago's Pizza'

A lawsuit is settled in which Pizzeria Uno attempted to trademark the term "Chicago's Pizza". The term is ruled as generic, opening the way for any pizza to be called "Chicago-style".

2003

First National Deep Dish Pizza Day

National Deep Dish Pizza Day is celebrated for the first time, spreading awareness and fostering appreciation of this unique pizza style.

2019

Deep Dish Pizza Goes Global

Deep dish pizza becomes widely recognized around the world, with pizza places in multiple countries offering their take on this Chicago classic.

How to Celebrate National Deep Dish Pizza Day

1 Try a new topping

Why not add something new to the mix? Try incorporating some unique toppings, like olives and feta cheese, or pineapple and jalapenos. You never know what delicious combination you might come up with.

2 Make your own deep dish pizza

Making a deep dish pizza from scratch can be fun and rewarding. All you need is some store bought dough, pizza sauce, and an array of toppings. Layer them in a cast iron skillet and bake for 35 minutes at 425°F.

3 Visit a local pizzeria

Check out your local pizzeria to see what they have to offer. You may find a gourmet deep dish that you've never tried before and it could become your favorite.

4 Have a pizza party

Invite your friends over for a pizza party! Have everyone bring their favorite toppings and get creative with the pizzas you make. Don't forget to have some fun drinks too.

5 Attend a pizza making workshop

Learn how to make the perfect deep dish pizza by attending a pizza making workshop near you. If you can't find one near you, look online for recipes and tutorials so you can make one yourself.

Why We Love National Deep Dish Pizza Day

Deep Dish Pizza is hearty and fulfilling

Thanks to its thick crust and generous amount of cheese and toppings, deep dish pizza gives you a fulfilling and hearty meal. Every bite you take has every bit of flavor you could want in a pizza!

Offers a new twist to traditional pizza

If you're used to thin and crispy pizzas, then deep dish pizzas offer a delicious shift from the norm. The thick crust gives you a different texture and taste that makes the pizza experience unique and fun.

It's a creative playground

The deep dimensions of a deep dish pizza give you plenty of space to play around with toppings and cheese. You can fill up the pizza with all your favorite ingredients, making it a customized delight that matches your specific preferences.