Pizza Hut extends restaurant evening hours

Pizza Hut, a subsidiary of Yum Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM), has announced it is extending the late-night operating hours at many of its U.S. eateries.

The company stated that “thousands” of Pizza Hut locations will now stay open until midnight or later, with several restaurants staying open as late as 2:00 a.m. The full Pizza Hut menu will also be available for pickup or delivery after midnight at select stores.

“We saw a clear need from our guests to satisfy their cravings for Pizza Hut late at night – so, we decided to meet them where they are by keeping our doors open longer,” says Chequan Lewis, chief operating officer of Pizza Hut US. “We’re excited to provide our full menu for delivery or carryout well into the late hours, making it more convenient than ever to enjoy Pizza Hut, no matter the time. It’s all about enhancing the dining experience and ensuring that our guests can savor their favorite flavors whenever they please.”

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