For 50 people, plan on 19-20 large pizzas. That’s the number. Three slices per adult, 8 slices per large pie, a little buffer built in. Godfather’s Pizza Packs make this easy — stack three or four packs and you’ve got the bulk covered without ordering 20 individual pies. Here’s how to do it right.
The Math for 50 People
At this size, you can’t just wing it. You need to walk in with a number and a plan. Here’s the breakdown.
50 adults at 3 slices each = 150 slices. A large pizza has 8 slices. 150 ÷ 8 = 18.75 — so 19 pizzas minimum, order 20 to have a buffer. If your group is mostly kids or you’ve got a full side spread, you can get away with 17-18, but for adults at a main event, 19-20 is the safe number.
50 adults × 3 slices = 150 slices needed
Large pizza = 8 slices
150 ÷ 8 = 18.75 → order 19-20 large pizzas
50 kids × 2 slices = 100 slices
100 ÷ 8 = 13 large pizzas
Mixed group (35 adults + 15 kids) = 135 slices → 17 large pizzas
Check our large group guide for more detail on how group composition changes the math — mixed adult/kid groups, events with heavy sides, that kind of thing.
Best Value: Stack the Pizza Packs
Here’s where Godfather’s really makes sense at this scale. Our Pizza Pack (Large) — four large 1-topping pizzas for $75 — is built for exactly this situation. Stack them and you’ve got your 20 pizzas handled efficiently.
Five Pizza Packs (Large) — $375 total
Twenty large pizzas, 20 different topping combinations if you want, feeds 60-80 by the pack’s own math. This is the cleanest and most budget-friendly way to feed 50 people. Under $8 per person before sides.
Three Pizza Packs + Two Pizza and Wing Feasts (Large)
$225 in Pizza Packs plus $112 in Wing Feasts = $337 total. You get 12 large pizzas from the packs, 4 more from the Feasts, and 2 full wing orders built in. Good option if you want the wings integrated into the package instead of ordered separately.
Four Pizza Packs + mix of Feasts
$300 in packs (16 pizzas) plus two Build Your Own Feasts at $45.99 each adds 4 more specialty pizzas and 2 sides. Total around $392. The specialty pizzas add variety to what might otherwise be an all-plain-topping spread.
For the full pricing picture, our pricing page has everything laid out. And if you’ve never ordered at this scale before, our 20-person guide covers the fundamentals that apply here too.
Menu Variety for a Crowd of 50
With 20 pizzas going out, variety matters. You don’t want 20 pepperoni pizzas when you’ve got 50 people with different tastes. Here’s how to split it up.
A solid variety spread for 20 large pizzas looks like this: 4 pepperoni, 3 cheese, 2 sausage, 2 All-Meat Combo, 2 Classic Combo, 2 Hawaiian, 2 Taco Pie, 1 Chicken Bacon Ranch, 1 Veggie, 1 Hot Stuff. That covers the crowd-pleasers, the picky eaters, the adventurous people, and the vegetarians without overthinking it.
If you want to go heavier on specialty pizzas, our popular picks will tell you which ones hold up best at volume. The All-Meat Combo and Super Combo are both strong choices — they’re loaded enough that even a lukewarm slice still tastes like something.
Sides, Wings, and Desserts at Scale
At 50 people, pizza alone works, but a full spread makes the event feel complete. Here’s what to add and how much you need.
| Item | Price | How Many for 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Wings — Full Order | $26.49 | 4-5 orders |
| Large Cheesesticks | $12.24 | 5-6 orders |
| Potato Wedges | $6.74 | 6-8 orders |
| Garlic Bread w/ Cheese | $7.79 | 6-8 orders |
| Cinnamon Monkey Bread | $7.79 | 8-10 (one per 5 people) |
| Big Chocolate Chip Cookie | $7.79 | 8-10 (6 servings each) |
Wings are the most popular add at this scale. Four full wing orders (2 bone-in buffalo, 2 boneless BBQ) at about $106 total keeps everyone happy between pizza rounds. Cinnamon Monkey Bread for dessert rounds it out — warm, easy to pass around, and everyone grabs a piece without needing plates.
Timing and Logistics for a Big Order
Ordering 20 pizzas for 50 people is a coordination job, not just a food order. A few things that make large orders go smoothly versus go sideways.
Call ahead — at least 24 hours for an order this size, ideally 48. We can prep the dough, stage the order, and time everything so your pizzas come out hot and ready at the same time rather than a trickle over 90 minutes. Same-day orders for 20 pies are possible but not ideal, and you’ll be waiting longer.
Think about how you’re transporting it. Twenty large pizza boxes plus sides is a serious vehicle situation. A standard car holds maybe 6-8 boxes comfortably. Bring a truck, an SUV, or have a second vehicle ready. Stack flat — pizza boxes are not designed to be tilted.
If you’re serving at a venue, think about how you’ll set it out. Two or three long tables work well. Keep specialty pizzas together and plain toppings together so people can find what they want without opening every box. Label the boxes if your team is thorough — a marker on the lid saves a lot of confusion with a crowd of 50 moving through the line.
And plan for leftovers. Twenty pizzas for 50 people at a 3-slice average leaves some buffer. That’s intentional — running out at a large event is worse than having extra. Leftover Godfather’s pizza is also, objectively, good the next day.
Budget Breakdown for 50 People
Here’s what a complete Godfather’s spread for 50 looks like when you price it out.
Five Pizza Packs (Large): $375
Four full wing orders: ~$106
Four large cheesestick orders: ~$49
Eight Cinnamon Monkey Breads: ~$62
Total: ~$592 — under $12 per person
That’s a catered event for 50 people at under $12 a head. Hard to beat that anywhere in San Antonio. Our catering team can coordinate timing so everything comes out together — call us ahead of time and give us the details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pizzas do I need for exactly 50 adults?
Plan for 19-20 large pizzas if pizza is the main food. At 3 slices per adult and 8 slices per large pie, 19 pizzas is the exact math. Order 20 to have a buffer — leftover pizza isn’t a problem, running out is.
What’s the cheapest way to order pizza for 50 people at Godfather’s?
Five Pizza Packs (Large) at $75 each comes to $375 for 20 large pizzas — that’s the best value per pizza we offer. Under $8 per person before sides. Call (210) 750-2222 to place a bulk order.
How long does it take to make 20 pizzas?
A large order like this needs advance notice — give us 24-48 hours when possible. We stage big orders so everything comes out hot and ready at the same time rather than trickling in over an hour.
Can I order for 50 people and pick it all up at once?
Yes. We’ll time the order so everything’s ready for pickup at the same time. Bring help — 20 large pizza boxes plus sides is a full car load. Call ahead and we’ll have it organized and easy to load.
