First announced back in July, the Pizza Express Pod is positioned outside of the supermarket’s main entrance, with customers able to order nearly all items from the group’s full restaurant menu including its signature pizzas, dough balls, pasta dishes and salads.
The group describes the pod, which is housed in a shipping container and features an open kitchen and collection window, as one of its growth drivers as it continues to expand both its retail range and international presence.
Pizza Express adds that it is aiming to reach 1,000 pizzerias globally by 2030.
“2024 has been a year of growth and new openings and we’re showing no signs of slowing down as we come into the festive season,” says Paula Mackenzie, CEO of PizzaExpress.
“Not only have our three new pizzerias across the country [located in London Gatwick, Oxford Summertown, and The ICC in Birmingham] been a huge hit, but now our Pizza Express Pod brings something completely new and eye-catching for our pizza lovers and Tesco goers.”
The Pizza Express Pod will also feature a £9.95 pizza and soft drink lunch offer, with Tesco Clubcard members able to redeem their points when ordering.
“We’re always looking for ways to serve our customers better and help make their shop even more convenient,” says Simon Williams, assets and estates director at Tesco.
“We were delighted to work with Pizza Express to develop the exciting new Pizza Express Pod concept at our Southampton Extra, making it even easier for our customers to grab a bite to eat when they pop in to do their weekly shop.”