PIZZA Hut and Prezzo are both offering cheap deals in a battle of restaurants.
Pizza Hut has launched a new £5 flatbread pizza in a bid to offer value for money.
The move comes as competitor, Prezzo, launched a 99p menu.
From Monday 29 September the restaurant chains is inviting guests to sample two new Xmas dishes and a drink for just 99p.
The dishes are a Christmas carbonara, the traditional Italian dish topped with festive favourites including roast turkey, sausage stuffing and pig’s in blankets.
And a Christmas pizza, topped with a turkey, brie, stuffing and pigs and blankets.
Customers are being asked for their feedback after sampling the dishes to assist Prezzo in putting together its Christmas menu.
The full launch of the menu is set for 11 November 2025.
Pizza hut’s new flatbread pizza is part of its new Crafted Flattz range.
Some of the new flavours include Pesto Veggie and Chicken Fajita, with customers able to order on the Pizza Hut app or enjoy at one of their restaurants.
Flavours also available are three cheese blends and double pepperoni.
The new range will be available out from Monday to Thursday.
Restaurants go cheap
The Italian chains are not alone in trying to offer good value for money.
Earlier this week German Doner Kebab launched its new Fiver menu.
With all dishes priced at £5 the company said it was trying to appeal more accessible whilst retaining its high quality dining experience.
The popular pasta restaurant Coco Di Mama, is also offereing pasta pot’s for jut £5 across all its London locations.
Customers feel the squeeze
Food inflation has pushed prices up for many resturants up and down the country.
The UK is set to see the highest rate of inflation for advanced economies this year, with higher food costs being a major factor.
Retail leaders warned that food inflation could stay above 5 per cent into next year, if shops are hit with raises in the upcoming budget.
This means that less people are going out to eat at restaurants.
Choosing to save money and cook at home.
How to save money eating out
THERE are a number of ways that you can save money when eating out. Here’s how:
Discount codes – Check sites like Sun Vouchers or VoucherCodes for any discount codes you can use to get money off your order.
Tastecard – This is a members club where you pay to have access to discounts worth up to 50 per cent off at thousands of restaurants. It costs £4.99 a month or £34.99 for the year.
Loyalty schemes – Some restaurants will reward you with discounts or a free meal if you register with their loyalty scheme, such as Nando’s where you can collect a stamp with every visit. Some chains like Pizza Express will send you discounts for special occasions, such as your birthday, if you sign up to their newsletter.
Voucher schemes – Look out for voucher schemes offered by third party firms, such as Meerkat Meals. If you compare and buy a product through CompareTheMarket.com then you’ll be rewarded with access to the discount scheme. You’ll get 2 for 1 meals at certain restaurants through Sunday to Thursday.
Student discounts – If you’re in full-time education or a member of the National Students Union then you may be able to get a discount of up to 15 per cent off the bill. It’s always worth asking before you place your order.
