How much pizza do I need for 25 guests?

You need 5 pizzas of pizza for 25 guests at a wedding shower. This provides 29 total servings with a 15% buffer.

How much pizza per person for a wedding shower?

Plan for 1.2 servings of pizza per person at a wedding shower. This assumes pizza is your main food; reduce by 30-40% if serving multiple dishes.

How many servings in 5 pizzas of pizza?

5 pizzas of pizza provides 29 total servings, enough for 25 guests with a 15% buffer to ensure you don't run out.

Is 5 pizzas of pizza enough for 25 people?

Yes, 5 pizzas is the recommended amount for 25 guests at a wedding shower. This includes a 15% buffer (1 extra pizzas) so you won't run short.

Should I order more pizza than calculated?

Our calculation of 5 pizzas already includes a 15% buffer. However, if your guests are big eaters or pizza is the only food, consider adding 10-20% more. It's always better to have leftovers!

What if I'm serving pizza with other foods?

If serving pizza as part of a buffet spread with other options, reduce this amount by 30-40%. Instead of 5 pizzas, you'd need approximately 4 pizzas.

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How Much Pizza for a 25 Guests Wedding Shower?

Wedding Shower • 25 guests

Your Total

pizzas

of pizza

total servings

1.2

per person

15%

buffer

Note: This assumes pizza is your main food. If serving multiple foods, reduce this amount by 30-40%.

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📐 Why This Amount Works

Estimate actual eaters

25 guests × 95% eating rate

At small events, about 95% of guests will eat full servings. 24 eaters

Calculate servings (as main dish)

24 eaters × 3 pizzas per person

As a main dish, plan for 3 pizzas per person. 72 base servings

Apply wedding shower modifier

× 0.4 (-60% for pizza)

Wedding Showers typically consume 60% less pizza than average. 29 pizzas needed

Convert to pizzas

29 pizzas ÷ 8 per pizza

Each pizza provides 8 pizzas. 3.6 pizzas (raw)

Add 15% buffer & round up

3.6 × 1.15 = 4.1, rounded up

Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 5 pizzas

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Caterer-Tested Formula

Our calculations are based on real event data from professional caterers and party planners.

📊 Quick Reference: Pizza by Guest Count

Guests	Pizza Needed	Total Servings
25 guests (you)	5 pizzas	29 servings
50 guests	10 pizzas	58 servings
75 guests	15 pizzas	87 servings
100 guests	20 pizzas	116 servings
150 guests	30 pizzas	174 servings
200 guests	40 pizzas	232 servings

* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for wedding shower as main dish.

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💡 Pro Tips for Wedding Shower Food

✓ Elegant, bite-sized foods are the gold standard - tea sandwiches, fruit skewers, mini quiches.
✓ Sweet treats are essential - petit fours, macarons, and a beautiful cake or cupcakes.
✓ Plan 5-7 savory pieces and 2-3 sweet pieces per guest for a 2-3 hour event.
✓ Presentation matters more than quantity - use tiered trays and beautiful serving pieces.
✓ Dietary accommodations are essential - have vegetarian and gluten-free clearly labeled.

Buying Guide

Bridal showers call for elegant finger foods. Think tea sandwiches, fresh fruit displays, cheese boards, and beautiful desserts. Plan $12-20 per person for a nice spread. Avoid anything messy or requiring utensils.