They basically are ghost kitchens already. Who eats at a pizzeria? The last time I can remember doing so in like 2 decades was in NYC. They have the store fronts so people can pick up rather than deliver.
Dominos and PJ’s have more famously been known for counter service in the States. When I say counter service I mean that some stores will have some uncomfortable benches and tables but otherwise make little effort to cater to dine-in guests. Usually a dominos or PJ’s looks a lot like a little Caesar’s or your typical walk up takeaway restaurant in Europe, you’ll have a counter, a register, and maybe a table or two if you’re lucky. Always extremely bright angry lights as well.
Pizza Hut has for many years in a lot of locations maintained more of a restaurant focused approach, often serving AYCE buffet as a destination with proper booths and table service. They have a bunch of retro styled locations in the States that still offer that experience. There’s a pretty neat one that I like in Fredericksburg, TX. The full list of classic locations that I know of is here: https://rolandopujol.substack.com/p/the-retrologists-guide-t...
Pizza Hut has for many years in a lot of locations maintained more of a restaurant focused approach, often serving AYCE buffet as a destination with proper booths and table service. They have a bunch of retro styled locations in the States that still offer that experience. There’s a pretty neat one that I like in Fredericksburg, TX. The full list of classic locations that I know of is here: https://rolandopujol.substack.com/p/the-retrologists-guide-t...