Papa Johns has announced that the Shaq-a-Roni pizza, developed in collaboration with basketball star and franchisee Shaquille O’Neal, is now a permanent item on their menu. Initially launched as a limited-time offer in 2020, the Shaq-a-Roni quickly gained popularity due to its large size, extra cheese, and pepperoni.
Shaquille O’Neal expressed his enthusiasm for the pizza's permanence on the menu: “The Shaq-a-Roni isn’t just a pizza — it’s a slam dunk,” he said. “I’m pumped that it’s now here to stay. It’s big, it’s delicious, and it brings people together — just like pizza should.”
To celebrate this addition to Papa Johns' core offerings, O’Neal is distributing Shaq-a-Ronis to organizations supporting causes like youth entrepreneurship and leadership in communities close to him.
Jenna Bromberg, Chief Marketing Officer at Papa Johns, commented on the decision: “At Papa Johns, we’re elevating the classics that have set us apart to deliver even more value to our customers,” she stated. “Since it was first introduced five years ago, the Shaq-a-Roni has offered the craveable flavors pizza fans can find only at Papa Johns. Now, it’s here to deliver XL-sized value every day!”
The Shaq-a-Roni features an extra-large pizza made with fresh dough from Papa Johns, topped with over half a pound of cheese and extra pepperoni. The price starts at $15.99 and more information can be found on their website.
Papa John’s International Inc., established in 1984 with a focus on high-quality ingredients for superior pizzas, operates around 6,000 restaurants globally. They are headquartered in Atlanta and Louisville.
For further details or orders, visit www.PapaJohns.com or use their mobile app.