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Pineapple on pizza: yes or no?

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The facts

  • Sam Panopoulos, a Greek immigrant, is credited with putting pineapple on pizza at his Satellite Restaurant in Chatham, Ontario, in 1962. NBC News
  • The name "Hawaiian" came from the brand of canned pineapple he used, not from Hawaii itself. Wikipedia
  • Hawaiian pizza is a Canadian invention, not an Italian or a Hawaiian one. Wikipedia

Facts checked against their sources on November 4, 2026.

Why people are split

Fans love the sweet and salty mix of pineapple and ham, and they say pizza has always welcomed new toppings. Purists say fruit has no business on a pizza, and some won't share a box with anyone who orders it.

How people voted

The live split shows on the card as soon as you vote. The vote count appears here once 50 people have voted.

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FAQ

Who invented pineapple on pizza?

Sam Panopoulos, at his restaurant in Chatham, Ontario, in 1962.

Is Hawaiian pizza from Hawaii?

No. It was created in Canada and named after the canned pineapple brand used.

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