Pizza Box Size Guide for Takeaway & Delivery

7, 9, 10, 12, 13 & 14 Inch Pizza Boxes Explained

Choosing the right pizza box size is about more than simply matching the diameter of the pizza. The correct box should provide enough room for the pizza to sit comfortably, protect it during takeaway and delivery, and remain practical to store and assemble in a busy kitchen.

Pizza shops may also need several different packaging formats for garlic bread, chips, chicken, sides and other menu items, so building the right packaging range can make service faster and more organised.

At Supply Express, our wholesale pizza box range includes popular 7, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14-inch cardboard boxes in brown kraft and white options, together with useful packaging accessories for takeaway and delivery.

Why Choosing the Correct Pizza Box Size Matters

A pizza box that is too small can press against the crust or toppings, while an unnecessarily oversized box can allow the pizza to move during delivery and use more packaging than required.

The ideal pizza box should provide enough internal space for the finished pizza without being excessively large.

When choosing boxes for your menu, consider:

• The finished diameter of the pizza
• The height and thickness of the crust
• The amount of toppings
• Whether pizzas are sold individually or as sharing meals
• How the boxes will be stacked during delivery
• The amount of storage space available in the kitchen
• Whether you also need boxes for garlic bread, sides and other menu items

Pizza Box Size Guide

Actual pizza styles differ between businesses, so always check the finished pizza dimensions against the individual box specification before ordering large quantities.

7 Inch Pizza Boxes – Mini Pizzas & Smaller Portions

A 7-inch box is useful for very small pizzas, children's portions and smaller baked menu items. It can also give pizza shops a dedicated packaging option for menu items that do not require a full-size pizza carton.

Our 7 Inch Plain Brown Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 provide a compact kraft cardboard format for smaller takeaway portions.

Because smaller cartons take up less space than full-size boxes, they can also be useful for pizza businesses with a varied menu where several packaging sizes are required.

9 Inch Pizza Boxes – Personal Pizzas, Garlic Bread & Sides

The 9-inch format is a versatile size for pizza shops. It can accommodate smaller pizzas while also being useful for items such as garlic bread, calzones, cookies, baked sides and other suitable menu products.

For a simple kraft presentation, choose our 9 Inch Plain Brown Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

Pizza businesses wanting a printed brown format can also choose the 9 Inch Brown Printed Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

For a clean white presentation, our 9 x 9 x 1.5 Inch White Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 provide another option for takeaway and delivery.

10 Inch Pizza Boxes – A Practical Small Pizza Size

10-inch pizza boxes work well for businesses selling smaller individual pizzas while still requiring enough room for the pizza to sit comfortably inside the carton.

For a natural kraft appearance, see our 10 Inch Brown Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

Alternatively, choose the 10 Inch White Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 for a clean white presentation.

Both colours can be useful for independent pizzerias, restaurants, takeaway businesses and food trucks serving smaller pizza portions.

12 Inch Pizza Boxes – A Popular Takeaway Size

12-inch pizzas are widely offered by takeaway businesses because they sit between smaller individual pizzas and larger sharing sizes.

Our 12 Inch Brown Plain Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 provide a classic kraft option for everyday takeaway and delivery.

For businesses wanting a brighter presentation, choose the 12 Inch White Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

A 12-inch carton can also be useful for garlic bread, calzones, flatbreads and sharing sides where the food dimensions suit the box.

13 Inch Pizza Boxes – More Room for Larger Pizzas

The 13-inch format gives pizza businesses an additional size between standard medium boxes and larger 14-inch cartons.

For kraft packaging, see our 13 Inch Brown Kraft Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

For a clean white alternative, choose our 13 Inch White Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

This size can be a useful option for pizza businesses whose menu does not follow only the more traditional 10, 12 and 14-inch sizes.

14 Inch Pizza Boxes – Large Pizzas & Sharing Portions

Large pizzas require a box with enough surface area and strength to support the food throughout collection or delivery.

Our 14 Inch Brown Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 provide a kraft cardboard option for large takeaway pizzas.

For a white alternative, see our 14 Inch White Pizza Boxes – Pack of 100 .

These larger boxes are useful for sharing pizzas and larger menu options where smaller cartons would not provide sufficient space.

Brown vs White Pizza Boxes – Which Should You Choose?

Both brown kraft and white pizza boxes can provide practical packaging for takeaway and delivery. The choice is often based on the presentation a business wants to create.

Brown Kraft Pizza Boxes

Brown boxes provide a natural kraft appearance that works particularly well for independent pizzerias, street-food businesses and restaurants looking for a simple takeaway presentation.

The plain surface also provides space for suitable stickers, labels, stamps or other branding methods.

White Pizza Boxes

White pizza boxes create a clean, bright appearance and can work well for businesses that want their labels, branding or tamper-evident stickers to stand out clearly.

Neither colour is automatically the better choice. Select the box based on the correct dimensions, construction and presentation required for your menu.

Pizza Shop Side Boxes for Garlic Bread, Chips & Extras

Pizza orders often contain much more than the pizza itself. Garlic bread, chips, chicken, wedges and other sides need suitable packaging that keeps them separate from the main pizza and makes the complete order easier to organise.

Although commonly described as fish and chips boxes, rectangular corrugated food boxes are also frequently used by pizza shops for garlic bread, chips, sides and other takeaway extras.

For smaller portions, our Brown Corrugated Small Fish & Chips Boxes – Pack of 100 provide a compact option for sides and supplementary menu items.

For larger portions, choose the Brown Corrugated Large Fish & Chips Boxes – Pack of 100 .

A clean white alternative is also available with our White Corrugated Large Fish & Chips Boxes – Pack of 100 .

Using a separate box for garlic bread and sides can help keep a delivery order organised and avoids putting every item into oversized pizza cartons.

Pizza Box Lid Supports for Delivery

One challenge with pizza delivery is keeping the top of the box away from the pizza surface, particularly where toppings sit high or several boxes are stacked during transport.

A small pizza-box support, often called a pizza tripod, sits inside the box and helps prevent the lid from pressing directly onto the pizza.

For busy delivery operations, see our Pizza Box Lid Supports / Pizza Tripods – Pack of 2500 .

They are particularly useful for takeaway and delivery businesses that want to help protect pizza presentation during handling and transport.

How Many Pizza Box Sizes Should a Takeaway Stock?

There is no need for every pizza business to stock every available size. The right combination depends on the menu.

A takeaway offering three pizza sizes may only require three matching cartons, while a business selling personal pizzas, standard pizzas, sharing pizzas, garlic bread and sides may benefit from several pizza-box sizes plus dedicated side boxes.

Keeping the packaging range closely aligned with your menu can help reduce storage requirements and make ordering easier.

Flat-Packed Pizza Boxes for Busy Kitchens

Commercial pizza boxes are normally supplied flat-packed, allowing large quantities to be stored more efficiently before assembly.

For busy pizza shops, keeping a working quantity of boxes pre-folded before peak periods can help speed up service, while the remaining stock stays flat-packed until required.

Store unused cardboard boxes in a clean, dry location away from moisture, excessive heat and strong odours.

Pizza Boxes for Takeaway & Delivery

Good pizza packaging needs to cope with handling between the oven, preparation counter, delivery driver and customer.

Boxes should be appropriately sized and assembled correctly before use. Overfilling the carton, forcing an oversized pizza into a smaller box or placing excessive weight on stacked boxes can affect presentation during transport.

For longer journeys or heavily topped pizzas, combining a correctly sized box with a pizza lid support can provide additional protection between the pizza and the box lid.

Can Used Pizza Boxes Be Recycled?

Recycling requirements can vary depending on local collection services and the condition of the used packaging.

Clean cardboard may be accepted through appropriate cardboard or paper recycling streams, while heavily contaminated sections containing significant grease or food residue may need to be treated differently.

Food businesses and customers should follow the guidance provided by their local authority or commercial waste contractor.

Terms such as recyclable, compostable or biodegradable should always be based on the specification of the individual packaging product rather than the colour or appearance of the cardboard.

How to Choose the Best Pizza Boxes for Your Business

Before ordering pizza boxes in bulk, consider the complete takeaway operation rather than looking only at the pizza diameter.

• Match the box to the pizza: check the finished pizza dimensions rather than relying only on menu names such as small, medium or large.
• Consider crust height: deep or heavily topped pizzas may require additional internal clearance.
• Choose your presentation: decide whether brown kraft or white cardboard best suits your business.
• Plan for sides: use appropriately sized boxes for garlic bread, chips and other extras.
• Consider delivery: use pizza lid supports where extra protection is useful.
• Check storage space: different box sizes require additional stockroom capacity.
• Order commercial quantities: sufficient stock helps prevent packaging shortages during busy periods.

Wholesale Pizza Boxes for Pizzerias, Takeaways & Restaurants

Supply Express stocks pizza boxes for independent pizzerias, takeaways, restaurants, food trucks, caterers and other professional foodservice businesses.

Our range includes 7, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14-inch pizza boxes in a selection of brown kraft, white and printed formats, together with complementary side boxes and pizza-box lid supports.

Browse the full range of wholesale cardboard pizza boxes for takeaway and delivery to compare sizes and styles for your menu.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pizza Boxes

What size pizza box do I need?

Choose a box that matches the finished diameter of your pizza while allowing enough room for the crust and toppings. Check the individual product dimensions before ordering because pizza styles can vary between businesses.

What are the most common pizza box sizes?

Popular takeaway formats include 9, 10, 12, 13 and 14-inch boxes. Smaller 7-inch boxes are also available for mini pizzas and smaller portions.

Should the pizza box be bigger than the pizza?

The box should provide enough space for the pizza to sit comfortably without the crust being compressed against the sides. It should not be unnecessarily oversized, as excessive space may allow the pizza to move during transport.

Are brown or white pizza boxes better?

Both can provide suitable takeaway packaging when the construction and dimensions are appropriate. Brown kraft offers a natural appearance, while white boxes provide a clean and bright presentation. The best option depends on your branding and menu.

Can pizza boxes be used for garlic bread?

Yes. Smaller pizza boxes are frequently useful for garlic bread, calzones, flatbreads and other suitable baked menu items where the dimensions fit the box.

What boxes can pizza shops use for sides?

Corrugated rectangular food boxes can be useful for garlic bread, chips, chicken, wedges and other side portions. Small and large formats allow businesses to match the packaging more closely to the portion being served.

What is a pizza tripod?

A pizza tripod or pizza box lid support is a small support placed inside the box to help prevent the lid from touching the surface of the pizza during handling and delivery.

How should unused pizza boxes be stored?

Store flat-packed pizza boxes in a clean and dry stock area, away from moisture, excessive heat and sources of contamination.

Are pizza boxes recyclable?

Recycling depends on the packaging material, food contamination and local waste collection rules. Check your local authority or commercial waste provider for the correct disposal route.

Choose the Right Pizza Packaging for Your Menu

A well-planned pizza packaging range can make food preparation, collection and delivery easier. Match each pizza size to an appropriately sized carton, keep separate packaging available for garlic bread and sides, and consider pizza lid supports where extra protection is useful during delivery.

Explore our complete range of pizza boxes for takeaway and delivery to find the right sizes for your business.