Pizza Hut is a global chain of pizza restaurants known for its wide variety of pizzas, pasta dishes, and other Italian-American cuisine. Founded in 1958 in Wichita, Kansas, Pizza Hut has grown into one of the world's largest and most recognizable pizza chains, with thousands of locations in over 100 countries. It offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery services, and is often associated with its distinctive red roofs and casual dining atmosphere.