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One of the unexpected consequences of the coronavirus crisis is that we’ve never had so many take-home pizza options. As restaurants have looked for ways to keep business moving, many establishments have started offering pizzas to enjoy at home.

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First, we’ve seen a number of established restaurants serving pizza start to offer frozen options. Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria launched its frozen pizza line on March 19. The menu includes six varieties, five of which are available in gluten-free versions. Most pizzas come in a pack of two, and there are a few frozen pasta dishes for sale as well. Orders can be placed online, and delivery is completely non-contact.

The customer response has been so strong, owner Katie Lee-Collier told SLM that the restaurant is working to keep pace with demand; orders are currently being turned around within three to five business days. Indeed, the initiative’s success has prompted Lee-Collier to set up a dedicated team to handle the frozen-pizza operations.

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Noto Italian Restaurant in St. Peters is still offering freshly made pizzas, but the restaurant has also started offering three types of frozen pizza. Each frozen pizza pack includes two pizzas, and three types are available: margherita, sausage (pictured above), and pepperoni. Order online between 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. from Wednesday through Saturday.

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On The Hill, Anthonino’s Tavern recently started offering frozen pizzas in five styles, including a gyro pizza and a meatball option. Order beginning at 3 p.m. for curbside pickup.

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The U.R.B. in The Grove is also joining the take-and-bake party with 14-inch pizzas. Topping selections change daily, but six options were listed at press time, including pepperoni, mushroom and ramp, fra’ mani mortadella, pecorino romano, fresh cream and pistachio pesto. Order online for curbside pickup.

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PW Pizza reopened for curbside pickup and delivery on April 16. The Lafayette Square restaurant is offering some of its most popular pizzas, including The Wolf and Buffalo, loaded pepperoni, margherita, and sausage. Wings, meatballs, calzones, salads, and oven-baked sandwiches are also available.

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Pastaria in Clayton is rolling out a variety of meal kits (bolognese and pomodoro pasta, shaved kale salad), provisions (granola, gelato, fresh pasta), and take-and-bake items. Three take-home pan pizzas— margherita, pepperoni, and nduja—are served in the pan and ready to bake. Order online, and select a time slot for pickup at the restaurant’s walk-up window.

Melo’s Pizzeria in Benton Park has just launched its own frozen pizzas, available with four combinations of toppings. Call 314-833-4489 between 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday to place your order. Pickup only.

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Pi Pizza is still offering its regular menu of deep dish, thin-crust, and whole wheat pies, but the pizzeria's also innovated by putting together a make-your-own Pi Pizza Maker Kit. The $10 kit includes a ball of pizza dough, 5 ounces of shredded mozzarella, 4 ounces of Pi pizza sauce, 30 slices of pepperoni, and cornmeal for dusting the baking sheet. The package also includes a booklet (also available on the website) containing math problems, which give kids a fun challenge while helping bake.

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Party Bear Pizza and Tiny Chef in South City has been offering frozen pizzas for pickup every Saturday. Options include spicy kimchi, bulgogi chicken, and char siu tofu. The restaurant's been selling out regularly, so customers should place their orders early via the eatery's Facebook page, where you’ll find information about pickup and cashless payment options.

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Gioia's Deli is one of the new entrants to the frozen pizza game, offering seven topping combos. Many of the pizza options are inspired by Gioia’s classic sandwiches, including the Spicy Daggett (with hot salami, chopped coppa, chopped capicolla, and giardiniera) and the Porknado (hot salami, chopped ham, and bacon). Order online for curbside pickup between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

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Lion’s Choice has just announced that its frozen pizza is now available through the drive-thru at all 32 of its area stores. The pizza is built on a French fry crust topped with horseradish sauce, roast beef, green peppers, Swiss, and Provolone cheese, finished with Lion’s Choice’s signature seasoning. The pizza was originally created in January as one of the 4 Hands and Mama Lucia’s line of frozen pizzas, but this is the first time that the pizza has been available from Lion’s Choice restaurants.

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Lola Jean's in the Southampton neighborhood launched its Thursday pizza night on April 9. The cafe’s Sicilian “upside-down” pizzas are part-baked in house and ready to finish baking at home for added freshness. The pizzas come in either a traditional red-sauce base or a white alternative, and they can be accessorized with various meats and other toppings. The weekly event is a forerunner for owner Russell Ping’s vision for the café’s future as a neighborhood restaurant offering full-dinner service. Orders can be placed between Monday and Wednesday each week for pickup between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Thursday.

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Eckert's Country Store in Belleville is making the best of the asparagus that was picked from the farm's spring harvest with a frozen asparagus, bacon, and herb cheese pizza for $12.99. The homegrown asparagus is also available in bundles for $3.99 per pound. Both items are available in store as well as for curbside pickup. Pickup orders can be placed via online ordering here or by phone at 618-233-0513, extension 0.

Finally, Imo’s Pizza has offered a half-baked option on its menu for years, as well as being able to ship multi-pack pizzas and make-your-own kits.