Nothing beats a pizza party with friends and family. Comfort food. Laughs. Memories. What’s not to love? And the best thing about pizza (and all the sides that normally go with it) is that it’s a simple food that won’t keep you in the kitchen for hours. But you don’t just have to order from your local delivery joint to make your party special. I have 17+ pizza party food ideas that are perfect for sharing and enjoying together.
19+ Pizza Party Food Ideas that Are Perfect for Sharing
1. Pizza Pasta Skewers
Here’s a fun take on pizza. Start with cooked penne pasta, and string your noodles onto skewers. Top with mozzarella cheese, mini pepperoni bites, corn, olives and whatever other toppings you want.
Bake in the oven or the air fryer until the cheese is melted.
You can make this a communal dish by having everyone add their own toppings to their skewers.
2. Pepperoni Pizza Roses
How pretty are these pizza roses? They’re perfect for sharing at a pizza party, and insanely easy to make.
Grab some pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), and roll it into a rectangle. Use a pizza cutter and slice the dough into strips. Then, add strips of mozzarella, a little pizza sauce and a row of pepperoni. Place the pepperoni along the top half of the dough (they will form the rose petals).
Roll up each strip and place in a large muffin tin. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
3. Pizza and Sides Buffet
Want to give your guests more options aside from pizza? Set up a pizza and sides buffet. You can serve your pizzas on peels, and then offer a variety of other sides to go with it, like:
- Garlic bread
- Chili
- Quesadillas
- Chips and dip
- Salad
- Wings
Add whatever you want to your spread.
4. Build Your Own Pizza Bar
This is one of my favorite pizza party food ideas on this list because all of your guests can be involved in the process.
Set up a bar with different topping options, and let everyone build their own pizzas. You can even offer different sauces and cheese options (cheddar, gouda, etc.).
Not sure what toppings to offer? Here are some ideas:
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- Bacon
- Salami
- Pepperoni
- Olives
- Shredded chicken
- Corn
- Onions
- Peppers
- Anchovies
5. Pizza Charcuterie Board
Combine two things that everyone loves about parties: pizza and charcuterie. Start with a big wooden platter, and start adding different slices of pizza. Include some plain, some with pepperoni and some with other toppings.
You can also add a few healthy things, like celery sticks and baby carrots, along with ranch dressing.
Add some cheese sticks with marinara sauce. Pop in some pizza bagels.
Get creative with your offerings, but make sure that your items all pair well with pizza.
6. Pizza Bombs
These pizza bombs will be a major hit at your party, and you can customize the recipe however you want.
You’ll need to cut your pizza dough into small pieces and form them into balls. Then, flatten each one, add a dollop of pizza sauce, a pepperoni, and a sprinkle of cheese, and close up the ball. Brush on melted butter and Parmesan cheese before baking.
You can add whatever type of topping you want to the filling. Veggies are a great option, as well as shredded chicken. Just steer clear of beef or anything too watery.
7. Classic Charcuterie Board and Grilled Meat
Looking for more sophisticated pizza party food ideas? Start with wood-fired Neopolitan pizzas topped with things like mortadella or figs.
Along with your pizzas, offer a classic charcuterie board with:
- Burrata
- Prosciutto
- Fresh figs
- Slices of aged cheddar
- Sliced cantaloupe
- Dried fruit
On the side, you can also serve grilled chicken and other meats to give your guests a variety of options.
8. Pizza Party Board
Board parties are on-trend right now. Why not bring this to your pizza party? You can bring the pizza board, which will include slices with a variety of different toppings.
Have your guests bring their own boards. You can do:
- Veggie board with dips
- Bruschetta for appetizers
- Charcuterie for snacking
- Taco boards to add some variety
- S’mores for dessert
The possibilities are endless. Coordinate together to make sure you have a nice variety of food options.
9. Chips and Dip Platter
If pizza is the main course, you’ll want to serve something for people to snack on first. Chips and dip are a great option. But don’t just do the usual bowl setup.
Spread different chip flavors on a big cookie sheet. Add a variety of dip options, served in pretty bowls. Guests can munch away while you prepare the pizza or wait for delivery.
Guacamole, French onion dip and queso are all great dip options that your guests are sure to love.
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10. Meatball Parmesan Sliders
How delicious do these look? They’re the perfect addition to a pizza party, and they couldn’t be easier to prepare.
Grab some dinner rolls from the bakery or supermarket. Cut out a small hole in the center (be careful not to cut all the way through).
Add a scoop of sauce and a meatball to the center of each roll. Top with mozzarella, brush on a melted butter sauce and then bake until everything is melted.
Make sure you’re using pre-cooked meatballs for this recipe.
11. Veggie Pizza
If you’re looking for healthier pizza party food ideas, here’s a great option. You can serve this along with your traditional pizza options.
Feel free to customize this recipe however you want, but the basic one is really simple and delicious.
The base is crescent dough (but you can use whatever you prefer). You’ll need to make sure your crust is baked all the way through first before you start adding toppings.
The “sauce” is a mix of cream cheese and sour cream with herbs. Then, you’ll add raw, chopped veggies.
Broccoli, carrots, pepper and zucchini are great options.
12. Caprese Kabobs
These kabobs pair perfectly with pizza. Unlike some other appetizer and side options, these are light and refreshing.
Just thread mozzarella pearls, fresh basil leaves and cherry tomatoes onto a skewer. Drizzle on some balsamic glaze, and you’re ready to serve.
I like how this Pinner displayed their kabobs, but you can keep it simple by serving them on a white platter.
13. Veggie Pizza Pinwheels
These pinwheels take the veggie pizza concept to a new level. I love that these are perfect for grabbing and snacking while chatting. And they pair really well with traditional pizza.
They’re quick and easy to put together, too. Mix cream cheese with sour cream and ranch dressing mix. Spread that on a tortilla and top with finely chopped broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and pepper.
Roll up your tortilla and slice into bite-sized pieces.
I recommend refrigerating these for at least 30 minutes before serving.
14. Puff Pastry Pizza Bites
Puff pastry makes a great base for pizza, and you can offer a variety of different options to impress your guests, like:
- Margherita
- Veggie
- Capricciosa
- Prosciutto and arugula
- BBQ chicken
- Mushroom
- Fajita style
- Supreme (everything)
You could also have your guests build their own puff pastry pizza slices and offer different “recipe” ideas for them to try.
15. Strawberry Pizza with Basil, Mozzarella and Prosciutto
Forget the usual pizza options. Offer something unique. This strawberry pizza is refreshing, subtly sweet and memorable.
Serve it as a dessert option, or make it the star of your pizza party – it’s THAT good.
Strawberry pairs so well with basil, and the mozzarella and prosciutto add a hint of salty savoriness that round out the flavors.
Top with balsamic glaze to take the flavors over the top.
When you bake your pizza, don’t overdo it. You don’t want your strawberries to turn to mush.
16. Mexican Street Corn Pizza
Whenever I host a pizza party, I like to include at least one unusual and interesting option. This Mexican street corn pizza is perfect for that.
I recommend using pre-made pizza dough to save yourself time. The sauce is a delicious blend of sour cream, mayo, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, cumin and salt. For the pizza toppings, you’ll add fresh corn, cotija cheese, mozzarella cheese, pickled red onions, jalapeno and spices.
Garnish with leftover sauce and fresh cilantro.
I like to add a plate of lime wedges, so guests can add an extra squeeze to their slices.
If you can’t find cotija cheese, you can use feta or even Parmesan cheese instead.
17. Puff Pastry Pesto Pizza Bites
These pizza bites are so delicious, and the premade puff pastry sheets save you a ton of time. This recipe has vegan ingredients, but you can use traditional options if you want.
You’ll start by rolling out the puff pastry dough. Then, spread the pesto on top of one sheet and start adding layers of toppings: pepperoni, roasted peppers, feta and fresh basil. Place the other sheet of dough on top and gently press down.
Cut it into 48 squares (don’t worry about sealing the edges). Bake and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
18. Fruit Pizza
I love fun pizza party food ideas like this one. It’s a great dessert option that you can serve with regular pizza.
The base is a giant sugar cookie. Then, you’ll add a tasty cream cheese frosting and top with fresh fruit. Use whatever fruit is in season to ensure your pizza is fresh and tasty.
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19. Sausage Ricotta and Hot Honey Pizza
Savory sausage, fresh ricotta and hot honey come together for an explosion of flavor your guests won’t expect.
Try serving this pizza alongside the usual options (plain, pepperoni, etc.) to give your guests something new and special to try.
