Hungry Howie’s is a home style pizzeria that sets itself apart from other companies as the home of the “flavored crust pizza”. With over 40 years experience and locations in 21 states, it consistently ranks as one of the top ten largest pizza franchises in the USA.
It has grown substantially over the years and after originally offering solely pizza, they now offer a variety of menu items including: pizza, calzone-style subs, chicken wings and a range of salads. They are highly recommended for the freshness of their ingredients and their friendly, efficient service.
| FOOD | SIZE | PRICE |
|---|---|---|
Create Pizzas | ||
| Original | Junior | $3.00 |
| Original | Small | $4.00 |
| Original or Thin Crust | Medium | $6.00 |
| Original or Thin Crust | Large | $8.00 |
| Original | X-Large | $11.00 |
| Deep Dish | Large | $10.00 |
| Gluten Free | Small | $7.00 |
Create Pizza Toppings | ||
| Original | Junior | $0.79 |
| Original | Small | $1.29 |
| Original or Thin Crust | Medium | $1.49 |
| Original, Thin Crust or Deep Dish | Large | $1.79 |
| Original | X-Large | $1.99 |
Specialty Pizzas | ||
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Original) | Junior | $6.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Original) | Small | $8.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $11.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $15.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Original) | X-Large | $18.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Deep Dish) | Large | $17.00 |
| Asian or BBQ Chicken (Gluten Free) | Small | $11.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Original) | Junior | $5.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Original) | Small | $7.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $10.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $13.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Original) | X-Large | $16.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Deep Dish) | Large | $15.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken (Gluten Free) | Small | $10.00 |
| Howie Special (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Howie Special (Original) | Small | $9.00 |
| Howie Special (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $12.00 |
| Howie Special (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $16.00 |
| Howie Special (Original) | X-Large | $19.00 |
| Howie Special (Deep Dish) | Large | $18.00 |
| Howie Special (Gluten Free) | Small | $12.00 |
| Works (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Works (Original) | Small | $11.00 |
| Works (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $14.00 |
| Works (Original or Thin Crust)) | Large | $18.00 |
| Works (Original) | X-Large | $20.00 |
| Works (Deep Dish) | Large | $20.00 |
| Works (Gluten Free) | Small | $14.00 |
| Howie Maui (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Howie Maui (Original) | Small | $7.00 |
| Howie Maui (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $10.00 |
| Howie Maui (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $13.00 |
| Howie Maui (Original) | X-Large | $16.00 |
| Howie Maui (Deep Dish) | Large | $15.00 |
| Howie Maui (Gluten Free) | Small | $10.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Original) | Small | $8.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $11.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $15.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Original) | X-Large | $18.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Deep Dish) | Large | $17.00 |
| Meat Eaters (Gluten Free) | Small | $11.00 |
| Veggie (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Veggie (Original) | Small | $9.00 |
| Veggie (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $12.00 |
| Veggie (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $16.00 |
| Veggie (Original) | X-Large | $19.00 |
| Veggie (Deep Dish) | Large | $18.00 |
| Veggie (Gluten Free) | Small | $12.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Original) | Small | $7.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $10.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $13.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Original) | X-Large | $16.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Deep Dish) | Large | $15.00 |
| Bacon Cheddar Burger (Gluten Free) | Small | $10.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Original) | Small | $10.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $13.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $17.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Original) | X-Large | $19.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Deep Dish) | Large | $19.00 |
| Philly Cheese Steak (Gluten Free) | Small | $13.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Original) | Small | $8.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $11.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $15.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Original) | X-Large | $18.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Deep Dish) | Large | $17.00 |
| 3 Cheeser Pleaser (Gluten Free) | Small | $11.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Original) | Small | $10.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $13.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $17.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Original) | X-Large | $19.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Deep Dish) | Large | $19.00 |
| Pepperoni Plus (Gluten free) | Small | $13.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Original) | Junior | $10.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Original) | Small | $9.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Original or Thin Crust) | Medium | $12.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Original or Thin Crust) | Large | $16.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Original) | X-Large | $19.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Deep Dish) | Large | $18.00 |
| Meat Eaters Plus (Gluten Free) | Small | $12.00 |
Calzones | ||
| Deluxe Italian | Regular | $4.99 |
| Deluxe Italian | Large | $6.99 |
| Steak, Cheese & Mushroom | Regular | $4.99 |
| Steak, Cheese & Mushroom | Large | $6.99 |
| Pizza Calzone | Regular | $4.99 |
| Pizza Calzone | Large | $6.99 |
| Pizza Deluxe | Regular | $4.99 |
| Pizza Deluxe | Large | $6.99 |
| Turkey or Turkey Club | Regular | $4.99 |
| Turkey or Turkey Club | Large | $6.99 |
| Ham & Cheese | Regular | $4.99 |
| Ham & Cheese | Large | $6.99 |
| Veggie Calzone | Regular | $4.99 |
| Veggie Calzone | Large | $6.99 |
Howie Bread | ||
| 3 Cheeser Bread | Regular (16 Pc.) | $4.99 |
| Asiago Bread | Regular (16 Pc.) | $3.99 |
| Cinnamon Bread | Regular (16 Pc.) | $3.99 |
| Cajun Bread | Regular (16 Pc.) | $3.99 |
| Howie Bread | Regular (16 Pc.) | $3.99 |
Salads | ||
| Antipasto Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Antipasto Salad | Large | $7.99 |
| Greek Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Greek Salad | Large | $7.99 |
| Chef Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Chef Salad | Large | $7.99 |
| Garden Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Garden Salad | Large | $7.99 |
| Chicken Asiago Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Chicken Asiago Salad | Large | $7.99 |
| Chicken Caesar Salad | Regular | $5.99 |
| Chicken Caesar Salad | Large | $7.99 |
Howie Wings | ||
Original, BBQ, Buffalo or Asian Flavors | ||
| Wings or Boneless Wings | 10 Pc. | $7.49 |
| Wings or Boneless Wings | 20 Pc. | $14.49 |
Howie Rolls | ||
| Chicken Howie Roll | Regular | $3.99 |
| Pepperoni Howie Roll | Regular | $3.50 |
| Steak Howie Roll | Regular | $3.99 |
Drinks | ||
| Soft Drink | 20 oz. | $1.59 |
| Soft Drink | 2 Liters | $2.59 |
| Aquafina Water | 20 oz. | $1.59 |
Extras | ||
| Dipping Sauce | Cup | $0.59 |
| Black or Green Olives | $0.59 | |
| Jalapenos | $0.59 | |
| Mild Peppers | $0.59 | |
| Pineapple | $0.59 | |
History
With an annual revenue that was last estimated at $280 million, this pizzeria came from humble origins. The restaurant’s story began way back in 1973 when Jim Hearn decided to convert and old hamburger shop in Taylor, Michigan into the first ever Hungry Howie’s. Hearn teamed up with Steve Jackson as a delivery driver to create a delivery and carry out pizzeria.
After spending the first 10 years creating a solid reputation based on superior ingredients, fast service and their unique “flavored crust pizza”, it was in 1982 that Hearn and Jackson decided to franchise their growing business. The first franchise was officially awarded in January 1983 and it was the first of many. Over the next three years Hearn and Jackson awarded another 65 franchises and by 1990 Hungry Howie’s had over 160 different franchises across the nation.
The next logical step was to open a distributing company and this is precisely what Hearn and Jackson decided to do. In 1986 they created Hungry Howie’s Distributing Inc., thus allowing a certain amount of quality control over the products sold and the price they’re sold at. This would help ensure that the first-class reputation of Hungry Howie’s stayed that way.
Nowadays, the company is a firmly established family favorite; it is recognized nationwide with over 575 franchises across the USA.
Review
Despite the stiff competition across the USA, Hungry Howie’s have created a reputation for themselves as an establishment that offers generous portions, service with a smile and all at affordable prices.
Hungry Howie’s Pizza is known for its high hygiene standards and friendly, family atmosphere. They are also particularly popular for their range of flavored pizza crusts, available flavors include: original, asiago cheese, garlic herb, onion, ranch, sesame, cajun, butter and butter cheese. The best part of this is that you can add the flavored crust for free, no extra charge. And if you don’t fancy pizza, that’s OK, they also offer a selection of calzones, Howie breads, salads, Howie wings, Howie rolls and a variety of drinks to wash it all down.
Their pizzas are hot and tasty, perfectly baked and they all come in very generous portions. With junior prices starting at $3 and general prices ranging from $4 for a small to $20 for an extra large specialty pizza, you can be sure to find something that’s to your liking and in your price range. Plus, they frequently offer ‘special deals’ and online coupons, making the restaurant even more affordable. The most highly recommended menu item is the ‘The Works” pizza: pepperoni, ham, ground beef, Italian sausage, green peppers, black olives, onions and extra mozzarella cheese. Add a garlic herb crust for free and you’re onto a winner.
Hungry Howie’s has long held its title of one of the USA’s much loved pizzerias, and it’s clear why: top quality pizza, great variety, fantastic service and affordable prices. This restaurant will be a firm family favorite for a long time to come.
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