PizzaExpress is celebrating a big birthday—60 years of serving up pizza to the UK—and to mark the occasion, they’re shaking up their menu with some bold reinventions. From fiery new Dough Balls to a pizza crowned with an entire burrata, the new offerings landed on Tuesday, 11th March, giving fans a fresh take on the classics.
The Queen of Pizzas: Margherita Gets a Royal Upgrade
Leading the charge is the Queen Margherita, a luxe twist on the classic. Instead of the usual cheese spread, this one gets a whole ball of creamy burrata perched on top. Decadent? Absolutely. Necessary? That’s up for debate, but if you like your pizza with a side of drama, this one’s worth a try.
Dough Balls, but Make Them Extra
No PizzaExpress visit is complete without their iconic Dough Balls, and they’ve gone all out for this milestone:
- Blazing Hot Dough Balls – Created with Sauce Shop, these are officially PizzaExpress’ spiciest Dough Balls ever, drenched in garlic butter and laced with hot sauce.
- Golden Caramel Chocolate Dough Balls – A birthday-worthy dessert alternative to cake, covered in salted caramel sauce and a caramel chocolate dip, finished with a dusting of gold (because why not?).
A Taste of Italy – Regional-Inspired Pizzas
Honouring their Italian roots, the new menu introduces four pizzas inspired by different regions:
- Romana Calabrian Hot – Spicy ‘nduja, pepperoni, chilli, and a drizzle of hot honey. Sweet heat done right.
- Romana Lombardy Speciale – A lighter spring option with bresaola, Italian artichokes, rocket, truffle, and lemon dressing.
- Romana Spicy Melanzane – Vegan-friendly with smoky chilli, garlic, aubergines, and jalapeños.
- Meatballs Al Forno – Beef meatballs baked in a rich tomato sauce with a side of toasted Dough Sticks.
A Birthday Brew to Wash It Down
To top it all off, PizzaExpress has teamed up with Meantime Brewing Company for a Birthday Brew IPA, promising peachy tropical flavours to complement the new menu.
The Deals – Because Who Doesn’t Love a Bargain?
To mark the occasion, PizzaExpress is offering a £19.65 set menu (starter + classic pizza) when dining in, plus delivery bundles including an exclusive Double Margherita (because one type of mozzarella just isn’t enough).
Final Thoughts
PizzaExpress has clearly gone all-in for its 60th birthday, bringing a mix of nostalgia and innovation. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just fancy trying something new, this menu has a bit of everything—though whether the Blazing Hot Dough Balls will burn your taste buds off remains to be seen.
Fancy giving it a go? You can book at www.pizzaexpress.com/book. I can’t wait to try them!