You just got the email. Your team has a lunch meeting on Thursday, and someone needs to order food. Or maybe you are planning a Friday team celebration, a client lunch, or just a morale-boosting meal for the office. Pizza is the obvious choice — it is universally loved, easy to share, and works for groups of any size. But if you have ever been the person responsible for ordering pizza for 15, 25, or 50 people, you know it is not as simple as calling a random pizza place.
Here is how to get it right, whether you are feeding a small team in a Preston Road office park or catering a company event in North Dallas.
Step 1: Figure Out How Much Pizza You Actually Need
The most common mistake when ordering pizza for a group is under-ordering. You never want to be the person who ordered six pizzas for 30 people. Here is a reliable formula:
- Plan for 2-3 slices per person for a casual office lunch.
- Plan for 3-4 slices per person if pizza is the only food being served and people are hungry.
- A large pizza has 8 slices at The Pizza Dude.
So for a group of 20 people at a lunch meeting, you would want roughly 7 to 8 large pizzas if pizza is the main course. For 30 people, aim for 10 to 12 pizzas. It is always better to have a few extra slices than to run short — leftover pizza in the break room is never a bad thing.
Step 2: Choose the Right Mix of Pizzas
Here is where most people overthink it. You do not need to survey every person in the office. Use this reliable ratio:
- 50% crowd-pleasers: Pepperoni, cheese, and meat lovers are safe bets that nearly everyone will eat. At The Pizza Dude, our Pepperoni and The Dude (our loaded meat pizza) are the most popular office choices.
- 25% specialty options: Our specialty pizzas like the BBQ Chicken, Philly Cheesesteak, and Veggie Lovers add variety without getting too adventurous for a mixed group.
- 25% dietary considerations: Include at least one cheese or veggie pizza for vegetarians. We also offer a gluten-free cauliflower crust for anyone with gluten sensitivity. If you know your team, adjust accordingly.
Pro tip: Order a couple of our fresh salads to round out the meal. It gives people who want a lighter option something to eat alongside a slice or two, and it looks more thoughtful than pizza-only.
Step 3: Add Sides and Drinks
Pizza alone is great, but adding a few sides elevates the spread and makes the whole meal feel like an event:
- Wings: Order a 50-piece tray with 2-3 different flavors. Our Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan, and Honey BBQ are all office crowd favorites.
- Cheese Sticks: Easy to share and always popular. Order a couple of trays.
- Garlic Knots: An easy add-on that makes the spread look more generous.
- Desserts: Crazy sticks or brownies are a simple way to end the meal on a high note.
Step 4: Timing Your Order
Timing is critical for office pizza delivery. Here is what we recommend:
For a noon lunch meeting: Place your order by 11:00 to 11:15 AM. This gives our kitchen time to prepare a larger order and our driver time to deliver. For groups over 15 people, consider ordering by 10:45 AM.
For an afternoon meeting: Same principle — place your order 45 minutes to an hour before you need the food. Larger orders need more lead time.
For next-day orders: Call us a day ahead if you are ordering for a large group (25+ people). We can have everything timed perfectly so it arrives exactly when you need it.
Our delivery to most North Dallas offices takes 15 to 30 minutes, so once the order leaves our kitchen, it is arriving quickly. The prep time is where you want to build in a buffer.
Step 5: Get the Delivery Details Right
Office delivery is slightly different from home delivery. Here are tips to avoid headaches:
- Include the suite number and building name in your delivery address. "17390 Preston Road" and "17390 Preston Road, Suite 263, Building B" are very different for a driver navigating an office park.
- Provide a phone number for someone who will be available when the driver arrives. The person placing the order and the person receiving it are often different people in an office setting.
- Note any lobby or security requirements. If your building requires a badge or has a front desk where deliveries need to check in, include that information in the order notes.
- Have a landing zone ready. Clear a table or counter where the driver can set down multiple pizza boxes and bags. This speeds up the handoff and prevents a traffic jam at the front door.
When to Use Our Catering Menu Instead
For groups of 30 or more, or for corporate events where presentation matters, consider using our dedicated catering menu. Our catering options include large-format trays, planned service, and the ability to customize your order well in advance. Visit our catering page for details, or order directly through our catering portal.
For smaller office lunches of 8 to 25 people, our regular delivery menu and combo deals are usually the most convenient and cost-effective option. The Big Lebowski combo, for example, is designed for groups and gives you a complete meal at a great price.
Why North Dallas Offices Choose The Pizza Dude
We have been feeding offices along Preston Road, the Dallas North Tollway corridor, and throughout North Dallas for over 30 years. Our office delivery regulars keep coming back because:
- Our handmade sourdough crust is noticeably better than chain pizza, which matters when you are using food to reward or impress your team.
- We offer 100% natural cheese and fresh-cut ingredients — real food, not processed shortcuts.
- Our location on Preston Road means fast delivery to most North Dallas offices.
- We can handle groups from 5 to 50+ without breaking a sweat.
- We even deliver beer and wine for after-hours office events (21+ with valid ID required).
The next time you are in charge of feeding the office, skip the chain pizza apps and order from The Pizza Dude. Your team will taste the difference, and you will be the office hero. Order online now or call us at (833) 998-6743.