Which fast-food chain created the Hot-N-Ready pizza concept?

Little Caesars created the Hot-N-Ready pizza concept.

The Hot-N-Ready program allowed customers to buy selected pizzas without placing an advance order or waiting for preparation. Little Caesars promoted the concept as a quick, low-cost alternative for customers seeking immediate pickup.

The program became strongly associated with the chain’s large pepperoni pizzas and value-focused menu. Exact prices, sizes, and availability have changed over time and can differ by location.

Little Caesars was founded in 1959 by Mike Ilitch and Marian Ilitch in Garden City, Michigan. The company grew through carryout-focused restaurants rather than relying primarily on the delivery model associated with some competitors. Its orange-and-white branding and “Pizza! Pizza!” advertising line helped make the chain widely recognizable.