A new approach to fast food is taking hold in the 2nd arrondissement with the opening of Pan Pan. The restaurant specializes in Detroit-style pizza, a variation recognizable by its square shape and preparation method. The thick crust is baked in a rectangular pan lined with cheese, creating a thick, golden cheddar crust that’s crispy around the edges.
American recipes with a Parisian twist
There are American-inspired recipes like the Pepperoni, which can be enhanced with a drizzle of honey, or the Cheesy, made with smoked scamorza. The spot also offers more unconventional combinations, such as the Tennessee, topped with fried chicken and sauce, which turns out to be more refined than it appears upon tasting. A pineapple recipe is also on the menu, setting itself apart from the classic Hawaiian by using roasted fruit. More unexpected for this style of pizza originating in the United States, a ham-and-butter version is offered, featuring the ingredients of the Parisian sandwich directly on the pizza slice.
Located on Rue d’Aboukir, the restaurant features a sleekly decorated dining room, centered around a long table with a metal top and lit by neon lights. In addition to pizza slices priced between 11 and 16 euros, the menu offers generous salads and lunch specials combining a half-pizza with a side dish. The portions served—hearty and generously topped—are in line with the listed prices.
This new brand offers a hearty alternative for those looking to move away from traditional thin Italian-style pizzas. Give it a try!
Pan Pan – 71, rue d’Aboukir, 75002