Pizza Displays & Cases

Pizza Warmer Displays: What You Need to Know

Although pizza displays are warmed, they aren't the same as cabinets made for pizza hot holding.

Designed for front-of-house use, pizza displays merchandise hot pizza and drive sales by arranging the pies in a highly visible layout. They can hold anywhere from two to seven pizzas and typically feature lighting and signage for maximum product promotion.

Common Questions About Pizza Displays

What kind of pizza display case do I need?

The type of countertop pizza display case you'll need depends on a few factors. Here are some common features and considerations:

• Capacity: If significant portions of your sales come from pizza, you'll likely want to invest in a model that can hold several pies or opt to place more than one unit side by side for an extended display. Large cases such as these are good for pizza joints and cafeterias. If pizza is just one of many products you offer, investing in a smaller, trimmed-down model may be a better choice. Small displays can be a good fit for convenience stores and concession stands.
• Style: Pizza merchandisers fall into one of two categories: shelf or cabinet. Cabinet displays are enclosed for energy efficiency and to shield pizzas from ambient air, dust, and germs. Cabinet styles are optimal for serving fresh, unpackaged pizzas in a buffet or restaurant setting. Shelf displays are open, meaning they're not as efficient as enclosed models and don't shield pizzas from floating particles. Shelf styles are good for personal pizzas and pizza slices that are packaged individually. By eliminating barriers between the product and customer, these models drive self-service impulse sales.
• Humidity: Some countertop pizza warmers have humidity control. For unpackaged pizza, this kind of feature is vital to preserve the product's texture, flavor, and mouthfeel. The longer a pizza stays appetizing and satisfying, the likelier it is to be sold, reducing loss. For locations where fresh pizzas are displayed for extended periods of time, this feature can be very useful.
• Accessibility: Although shelf pizza displays are open, cabinet displays must be accessed by use of a door. Some models open only from one side, while others open from both sides for pass-thru use. Pass-thru options simplify restocking and encourage self-service. For locations where only staff members serve pizza, one-sided access prevents product tampering and theft.
• Movement: Rotating pizza warmers spin their pizzas so buyers can view them from all angles. The pizza's rotating motion can grab the viewers' attention as they scan products, optimizing sales.