America's Number-One Pizza Chain In Terms Of Sales May Not Be The One You'd Guess - Tasting Table

"Pizza may be an Italian invention, but in the United States, quick-service, delivery pizza is an affordable and oh-so cheesy way to feed a hungry crowd. These days, fast food pizza chains dot practically every corner of the American landscape, but when it comes to which restaurant leads in revenue, many might be surprised. According to a recent report by QSR Magazine, Domino's dominated the fast food pizza market, generating an estimated $9.5 billion in nationwide sales in 2024."

"Domino's opened its first location in 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and since then, the company has transformed the pizza game. In fact, one of its founders, Tom Monaghan, is credited with inventing the pizza box as we know it today. Domino's also invented and patented insulated delivery bags, ensuring a hot and steamy pie would arrive at your doorstep every time. As the years went on, the company modernized, pioneering online ordering and delivery tracking systems, keeping customers informed about their pizza's whereabouts."

"The silver, bronze, and runner-ups of the American Pizza-lympics Wirestock/Getty Images Though Domino's leads the pack by a staggering margin, the QSR report underscores that its closest rivals are still generating billions in revenue. Pizza Hut, which sits at second place, earned around $5.5 billion in sales in 2024, which is certainly nothing to sneeze at. The company owns an impressive 6,500 franchise locations"

Domino's generated an estimated $9.5 billion in U.S. sales in 2024 and operates more than 7,000 locations. The chain began in 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan; founder Tom Monaghan is credited with inventing the modern pizza box. Domino's patented insulated delivery bags and pioneered online ordering and delivery tracking systems. In 2025 the brand launched its first visual refresh in 13 years. QSR reports average unit volume around $1.35 million per store. Pizza Hut ranked second with about $5.5 billion in 2024 sales and roughly 6,500 franchise locations. Fast‑service pizza competitors collectively still generate billions in revenue.

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