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Pizza Express serves classic, flavorful pizzas and wings with quick service in a casual East Raleigh setting inside Poole Road Mart.

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Enjoy classic pizzas, wings, and quick bites at Pizza Express located in Poole Road Mart, Raleigh, NC. Delivery, takeout, and dine-in options available.

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Pizza Express is a lively pizza joint in Raleigh specializing in a variety of classic and loaded pizzas, wings, and quick bites. Known for accommodating takeout, delivery, and dine-in customers, the restaurant features a casual atmosphere popular with college students and locals seeking comfort food around the clock.

What to Expect:

    🍕 Diverse pizza options including the favorite Express Pizza with 10 toppings
    🍗 Wings praised for flavor and quick service
    🚗 Delivery, takeout, and dine-in options available
    🕒 Open late with a focus on lunch and dinner

Important Information:

    – Hours: 11 AM to 11 PM (Mon–Thu, Sun), 11 AM to 12 AM (Fri–Sat)
    – Location: Inside Poole Road Mart with free parking
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot
    – No reservations accepted; walk-ins only
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📍 Local Insights

🕒 Peak Dinner Hours: Friday evenings from 5 PM to 8 PM see peak crowds, so ordering earlier or opting for pickup helps avoid wait times.

🍕 Express Pizza Special: The standout dish is the loaded Express Pizza featuring 10 toppings, loved by regulars for its generous servings.

🚗 Delivery & Takeout Consistency: Delivery and takeout services run daily until 9 PM, ideal for convenient meals without the dine-in bustle.

🏪 Unique Locale: Located inside Poole Road Mart, the venue combines quick access with a casual, laid-back dining environment popular among college students.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Tuesday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Wednesday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Thursday: 11 AM to 11 PM

Friday: 11 AM to 12 AM

Saturday: 11 AM to 12 AM

Sunday: 11 AM to 11 PM

👉 Best For

Lunch, Dinner, College students, Takeout lovers
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Pizza Express

2121 Poole Rd
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Raleigh
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NC
27610

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Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Pizza Express earns high praise for its flavorful pizzas and wings, friendly staff, and consistent quality. The casual setting inside a gas station mart offers convenience and ample parking. Some customers note discrepancies in pricing and occasional service inconsistency, but most agree the taste and value justify a visit.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Express Pizza with 10 Toppings; Wings; Pizza by the Slice; Cheesesteaks; Stromboli

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit before 5 PM on Fridays to avoid peak crowds; weekday lunches from 11 AM to 2 PM are moderately busy.
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