Once relegated to the culinary no-man's-land of bland terminal eateries, airport dining has ascended to new altitudes, thanks to PizzaExpress. Launching its second airport restaurant—this time at Edinburgh Airport—the famed pizzeria is cranking up ambition alongside crispy pancetta. No stranger to the fast-paced airport game, PizzaExpress first opened its wings at London Gatwick precisely 12 months ago. And if the brand's plans come to fruition, we’ll be seeing pizzas at 36,000 feet with their worldwide expansion aiming for 1,000 outlets by 2030.
The new Edinburgh Airport location offers something extra tailored for travelers: a menu that rings a morning bell with unique breakfast twists. Start your journey with breakfast Dough Balls paired with jam, a rather cosmopolitan egg pizza adorned with mushrooms and plum tomatoes, or spiced Shakshuka Baked Eggs that make you forget you’re eating in an airport. But don’t snooze too long—after 11 a.m., the kitchen pivots to what fans know best: classics like American Hot and Padana, along with salads, pastas, and desserts.
Even pancakes make a cameo. With pancetta and maple syrup no less, proving that the franchise isn’t just bringing creative gustatory options to airports but redefining them altogether. In its collaboration with Airport Retail Enterprises (ARE), PizzaExpress might just make missing a flight somewhat bearable.
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Because even travelers deserve to savor breakfast with Dough Balls and maple syrup pancakes.
- PizzaExpress has opened its second airport location at Edinburgh Airport.
- The first location was launched at London Gatwick a year ago.
- The brand aims to reach 1,000 global outlets by 2030.
- The Edinburgh location serves a tailored breakfast menu until 11 a.m.
- Menu highlights include breakfast Dough Balls, Shakshuka Baked Eggs, and pancetta & maple syrup pancakes.
Key Facts:
| Second Airport Location | PizzaExpress opened its second airport restaurant at Edinburgh Airport, following its inaugural location at London Gatwick. |
|---|---|
| Collaborating Franchisee | The Edinburgh Airport location is in partnership with Airport Retail Enterprises (ARE). |
| Unique Breakfast Menu | The restaurant serves a specialized breakfast menu until 11 a.m., featuring Dough Balls, Shakshuka Baked Eggs, and breakfast pizzas. |
| Menu Transition Timing | After 11 a.m., the menu shifts to PizzaExpress classics like American Hot, Padana, salads, pastas, and desserts. |
| Global Expansion Goal | PizzaExpress plans to expand to 1,000 outlets globally by the year 2030. |
| Year of First Airport Opening | The first PizzaExpress airport location opened at London Gatwick 12 months prior. |
| Breakfast Start Time | The Edinburgh Airport restaurant opens at 4 a.m. daily to serve early travelers. |
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