America's most overpriced pizza chain revealed, and it's not the one you think

New study claims Round Table Pizza is America's most overpriced pizza chain after analyzing 247,927 customer reviews. Domino's and Pizza Hut also made the list. Food-Drink America's most overpriced pizza chain revealed, and it's not the one you think Study analyzed nearly 250,000 Google reviews across 30 major cities to identify price-related complaints By Andrea Margolis Fox News Published March 5, 2026 8:00am EST Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Pastor's family prays with pizza driver who delivered wrong order Pastor Neal Seiwert joins 'Fox & Friends Weekend' to discuss turning a pizza delivery gone wrong into a message of faith and mercy. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new study claims it has identified the most overpriced pizza chain in the U.S. — and the top spot may surprise pizza lovers. ACE.com, a social gaming platform, analyzed 247,927 Google reviews from 19,942 pizza restaurants to pinpoint price-related complaints.The study, which was shared with Fox News Digital, was based on Google reviews across 30 major U.S. cities. Separately, ACE.com also analyzed Grubhub menu prices in 45 cities to determine where pizza costs the most. The platform used AI-powered natural language processing (NLP) to parse keywords such as "overpriced" and "expensive." Researchers factored in the "frequency of price-related complaints," along with customer ratings. A new study analyzed nearly 248,000 Google reviews to rank pizza chains by price-related complaints and customer ratings across major U.S. cities. (iStock)The study listed Round Table Pizza as the most overpriced pizza chain, with an average rating of 4.00 and 71 price complaints per 1,000 reviews. AMERICA'S 5 BEST FAST-FOOD PEPPERONI PIZZAS RANKEDResearchers conceded that Round Table received positive comments about the quality of its ingredients, but that pricing "appears to be a recurring concern." Round Table Pizza received 71 price complaints per 1,000 reviews, according to findings shared with Fox News Digital. (Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) The study noted, "One customer wrote, 'Good pizza, great space, but very overpriced,' while another noted, 'Round Table is mega overpriced — even though it doesn't taste that bad.'" Domino's and Pizza Hut were listed as the second and third most overpriced pizza chains, respectively.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERDomino's had 14 price complaints per 1,000 reviews — while Pizza Hut had 20, the study found. Researchers factored in Domino's and Pizza Hut's wide reach — across 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico — and their ratings of 3.49 and 3.54. Pizza Hut ranked third most overpriced among pizza chains. (iStock)"Despite their reputations as value-focused brands, both chains face frequent criticism regarding pricing," the study said.CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Sbarro had 62 price complaints per 1,000 reviews — a high number — and an average rating of 3.36, but ACE.com determined it deserved fourth place. While Round Table (not pictured) received positive remarks about ingredient quality, the study said pricing appeared to be a recurring concern. (iStock) Pizza Ranch recorded the highest rate of price complaints — 73 per 1,000 reviews — but ranked seventh overall, likely reflecting its stronger 4.13 average rating.TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The platform also found that San Jose, California, was the most expensive city for ordering pizza — while El Paso, Texas, offered the best value."If a guest is looking for lower-priced entry points, we offer a Royal Rewards program and value-driven limited-time offers and bundle deals." Round Table Pizza told Fox News Digital that it prides itself on "providing high-quality offerings to our guests." "We utilize gold-standard ingredients, including premium meats and our signature three-cheese blend, all layered to the edge of our hand-crafted pizzas," the spokesperson said. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"If a guest is looking for lower-priced entry points, we offer a Royal Rewards program and value-driven limited-time offers and bundle deals." Fox News Digital reached out to the other pizza chains for comment. Related Article Family of 6 exposes 'insanely expensive' airport food with pizza order, igniting online backlash Andrea Margolis is a lifestyle writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Readers can follow her on X at @andreamargs or send story tips to [email protected]. Related Topics Food-DrinkFOODRestaurantsFast Food LifestyleFast FoodLifestyleFood Studies Fox News Lifestyle A look at the top-trending stories in food, relationships, great outdoors and more. Arrives Twice a week By entering your email and clicking the Subscribe button, you agree to the Fox News Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, and agree to receive content and promotional communications from Fox News. You understand that you can opt-out at any time. Subscribe Subscribed Subscribe You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter!