Lou Malnati's Launches BBQ Chicken Pizza for Limited Summer Run
Lou Malnati's adds BBQ Chicken Pizza to summer menu available at all locations and nationwide via shipping, starting June 18.
Lou Malnati's is rolling out a limited-time BBQ Chicken Pizza as part of a summer menu expansion that includes a Chicken BBQ Club Salad and Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza. The new pizza, available in deep dish or thin crust, combines grilled chicken, red onions, and the chain's handmade Bar-B-Lou sauce layered with mozzarella, topped with cheddar and fresh parsley. It launches June 18 at all Lou Malnati's locations across Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Arizona, with dine-in, carryout, and delivery options. Rewards members get early access beginning June 16. "Summer is about good food, good people, and a table with room for one more," said Julie Younglove-Webb, CEO of Lou Malnati's. "Our new BBQ Chicken Pizza, inspired by flavors of a backyard cookout, was made for exactly that. Paired with our Chicken BBQ Club Salad and Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza, it's a meal made for bringing people together all season long." The Chicken BBQ Club Salad features grilled chicken, Roma tomatoes, salami, and tortilla chips over romaine with a mozzarella and cheddar blend and handmade Bar-B-Lou dressing. The Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza arrives with vanilla bean ice cream and is available unbaked for customers wanting a fresh-baked experience at home. Nationwide shipping is available through TastesofChicago.com, where pizzas are handmade, baked fresh, and flash-frozen. Lou Malnati's will host a launch event June 17 at its West Loop location in Chicago, giving away up to 2,000 free slices starting at 4 p.m. The event includes live entertainment and a "Dad Grilling Stance Contest." **Why It Matters:** Seasonal menu innovation remains a key driver for regional pizza chains competing in a crowded market. Lou Malnati's direct-to-consumer shipping capability extends reach beyond its four-state footprint, positioning the brand to capture sales during peak outdoor dining season.