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Seamless Brings Back New York’s $1 Cheese Slice, Reviving an Iconic Piece of the City’s Food Culture

Two years after the $1 cheese pizza slice disappeared, New York’s original delivery service is bringing it back for a limited time, along with unbeatable deals from iconic spots across the city

A beloved New York City tradition came to a halt two years ago when the iconic $1 cheese slice vanished—leaving a pizza-shaped hole in the city’s heart. But today, Seamless – the homegrown delivery service known for its unbeatable NYC restaurant selection and deals – is bringing it back.* From April 22 to May 20, New Yorkers can snag a legendary $1 cheese slice for pick-up by ordering on Seamless. To find a participating restaurant nearby, visit SeamlessDollarSlice.com.

A Staple of NYC Culture Returns
For generations, the $1 slice has been a thrifty indulgence, a lunchtime savior, and a late-night snacking tradition. Whether scarfed down on a subway platform or enjoyed standing curbside, it was always there: hot, fast, and satisfying. No frills, no forks, just you and a perfectly foldable slice.

“The $1 cheese slice is more than just pizza—it’s part of the city’s DNA,” said Howard Migdal, CEO at Grubhub, which owns Seamless. “As a company born in NYC, we know what this slice means to people. It’s about culture, convenience, and that authentic NYC flavor. Simply put, it’s how New York eats. We’re proud to bring it back and celebrate the food culture that makes this city unlike anywhere else.”

How to Get a Slice of the Pie
Craving a classic? Head to SeamlessDollarSlice.com to explore more than 40 participating pizzerias across all five boroughs, including neighborhood favorites like Luigi’s Pizza, Rocco Pizza, 2 Bros. Pizza, Marinara Pizza, Krave Pizza, La Bellezza, Best Pizza, Ledo Pizza, Beverly Pizza & Cafe, Da Bianca Pizza, Rizzo’s Pizza, and Patrizia’s Taverna. Just click on your nearest spot to place a pickup order through Seamless. Limit one order per day during the campaign, with up to five $1 slices per order.

“I’ve watched this city change over the years, but nothing beats that look on someone’s face when they fold a hot $1 cheese slice and take that first bite, it never changes,” said the 2 Bros. Pizza Management Team, proudly serving New Yorkers for over 20 years. “Teaming up with Seamless gives us a chance to celebrate the $1 cheese slice tradition with our loyal customers—and introduce a whole new generation to what makes New York pizza so special.”

Seamless Is Better Than Ever, Offering a Wealth of Unbeatable Deals
To reinforce its commitment to where it was founded, Seamless isn’t just bringing back the $1 cheese slice. The food delivery service is also bringing New York City diners unbeatable value on the best restaurants in the city. This includes zero delivery and service fees at participating restaurants and weekly doorbuster deals, up to 50% off orders $30+, at legendary spots like Di Fara Pizza, Han Dynasty, Thai Villa, Adel’s Famous Halal Food, and Katz’s Delicatessen.

For more information on Seamless and to check out the full list of must-try restaurants and current deals, visit Seamless.com or download the Seamless app.

*Pickup orders only. Subject to merchant and menu item availability. Discount applies to up to five plain cheese slices in one order. Promotion may be redeemed once per day. Available for a limited time only. Promotion applies automatically at checkout. To redeem, select the promotional item from the menu on a pickup order from a participating merchant. May not be combined with cash or certain other discounts. Offer and participation are subject to the Grubhub Terms of Use (including the Perks Terms of Use), available at https://www.grubhub.com/legal/terms-of-use Grubhub reserves the right to cancel, suspend and/or modify any aspect of or the entirety of this offer, for any reason at any time, with or without notice, including, without limitation, if any fraud or technical failure impairs the integrity or proper functioning of the offer.

Grubhub and National ACE Host Chicago Restaurant Owners and Community Leaders to Drive Innovation and Economic Empowerment

The National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE), in collaboration with Grubhub, convened over 60 small business owners, policymakers, and community leaders for a Small Business Roundtable in Chicago on April 10, 2025. The event served as a critical platform to elevate the voices of entrepreneurs and discuss strategies to overcome challenges and accelerate growth. The event also spotlighted several Grubhub Restaurant Fund awardees and celebrated the spirit of innovation and resilience of small business owners.

“Recent estimates show that AAPIs comprise approximately 6.5% of the Chicago metropolitan area’s population—the fastest-growing among all racial and ethnic groups. AAPI entrepreneurs, professionals, and advocates are driving innovation and business success across diverse industries,” said Chiling Tong, President & CEO of National ACE. “By convening these conversations, we can help shape federal policies that better support AAPI businesses in Chicago and beyond.”

Chiling Tong also expressed appreciation for Grubhub’s continued partnership. Since 2021, National ACE has worked with Grubhub, which has given over $6.5 million in grants to 520 restaurant owners. The applications are from all 50 states, and these funds have been crucial in supporting independently-owned restaurants. The 2024 restaurant fund alone has created 140 new jobs and retained over 628 jobs.

“Grubhub is proud to mark five years of partnership with National ACE, supporting small businesses—the backbone of our local communities,” said Dave Tovar, SVP of Communications and Government Relations. “Through our collaboration on initiatives like the AAPIStrong Restaurant Grant program and advocacy for small business-friendly policies, we aim to create thriving environments for independent restaurants. Our success depends on them, and we remain committed to empowering local businesses to grow and thrive for years to come.”

This event provided hope for many entrepreneurs who have felt alone in their journeys. “It’s important to have community; if we’re able to lean on each other, we can go through anything. We can lift each other up. You can solve problems a lot faster when you talk and bounce ideas off each other,” said Melvin Reyes, owner of Mano Modern Cafe.

“In the age of uncertainty, this meeting gives us the chance to see the light at the end of the tunnel by understanding the resources around us. It gives us a fighting chance at survival,” said Kevin Yu, owner of 2d restaurant.

Key topics raised by small business owners included rising costs, access to capital, supply chain uncertainties, talent retention, and the need for culturally responsive resources. Solutions emphasized during the event included connecting small business owners with business bankers, reducing gatekeeping to capital access, and increasing mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs. Participants were encouraged to create banking relationships before they needed cash. “Know your banker before you need the money,” said Johnny Wilbon of Bank of America. A recurring theme was the value of peer learning and storytelling to help others navigate similar struggles. Many entrepreneurs also highlighted the importance of building trust with customers, leveraging social media, and accessing legal and financial education early in their journey.

Notable participants included Alderman Nicole Lee, Ward 11, City of Chicago; Will Shih, Director of Economic Development, Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth; Jake Kaplan, Deputy Chief of Staff & District Director, Office of Representative Brad Schneider; and Cherita Logan, District Director, Office of Representative Danny K. Davis.

During the event, Grubhub announced the new Established 2020 Award designed to support long-term success for the class of Chicago restaurants that opened during the COVID-19 shutdown. All small business restaurant owners in Chicago who opened their first brick-and-mortar location in 2020 and are still open today are eligible to receive a monetary award to invest back into their small business. Applications for the award program are currently open through Friday, April 18, 2025, and will be awarded at an in-person event in June 2025.

This roundtable is part of National ACE’s ongoing commitment to support minority entrepreneurs and facilitate productive conversations around the unique challenges they face. National ACE continues to provide tailored resources and programs aimed at helping small business owners access funding and grow their operations.

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About National ACE

National ACE’s mission is to serve as a strong advocate of AAPI and all small business interests and positive change on all issues that enhance and advance the goals and aspirations of business owners, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders. National ACE strives to do this by supporting and promoting issues that impact the small business community, improving the economic development and impact of the AAPI community, advancing coalitions, enhancing community building, and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs and executives. National ACE provides a unified voice for the business interests of AAPIs and all small businesses nationally. Learn more at www.nationalace.org.

Seamless is back with more restaurant deals, low fees every day, and a look and feel designed for New Yorkers

Grubhub to continue as our national brand with a refreshed visual identity in the coming months

Over the last two decades, Grubhub has grown from the original food delivery startup to an established player — starting as grubHub.com in 2004, merging with Seamless in 2013, reaching national scale with our delivery services in 2016, and joining with a leading global food delivery company in 2021. Our wordmark, typeface, and color palette have continually evolved in line with important moments in our history.

Grubhub has transformed its value proposition during the last few years. We’ve expanded selection for customers by adding 90,000 new merchants to Grubhub in the last 18 months, including more convenience store and grocery options. We’ve also lowered fees and enhanced membership benefits with our Grubhub+ loyalty program and Amazon Prime collaboration. A few years ago we were on the decline, and today we are profitable and growing.

As part of this transformation and our next chapter within Wonder, we are relaunching Seamless in New York City today and unveiling brand updates for Grubhub across the country in the coming months.

Seamless is Still How New York Eats

Seamless was founded in New York City in 1999 by two lawyers who wanted a better way to order food to the office than using paper menus and calling nearby restaurants for delivery. Seamless originated the food delivery industry in the city and became synonymous with How New York Eats by consistently speaking to and delivering on the nuances of living in the city that only New Yorkers could appreciate. This audience-centric approach made it such a loved brand.

Grubhub and Seamless merged in 2013, and we took steps to bring Grubhub’s visual identity to Seamless in 2021, but New Yorkers remained loyal to Seamless. We completed a full brand audit when Grubhub joined with Wonder and found that there continues to be unwavering brand preference for Seamless in New York City, bolstered by our long history serving city residents and the strength of our corporate ordering business. In a time when the food delivery category has become more commoditized, there is clear value in the Seamless brand in New York City.

While Grubhub will remain our national brand, we’re bringing Seamless back to the forefront in New York City, teaming up with NYC-based creative collective Forsman & Bodenfors to reclaim our position as the city’s go-to for food delivery.

Customers who open Seamless starting today will notice a new look and feel that is designed for New Yorkers and differentiated from Grubhub. We’re delivering on the intricacies of How New York Eats with zero fees from the best of New York’s food scene and low fees every day across our merchant network. And to celebrate that Seamless is back, we’re dropping epic doorbusters each week from some of the most iconic restaurants across the city, including Di Fara Pizza, Han Dynasty, Thai Villa, Adel’s Famous Halal Food, and Katz’s Delicatessen.

Updating our Grubhub Visual Identity

Although we are providing a dedicated experience for customers in New York City with the relaunch of Seamless, Grubhub will continue as our national brand connecting customers across the country with their favorite local merchants. We will update our Grubhub visual identity in the coming months, creating a connection for our customers that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.

Many elements that customers recognize as Grubhub will continue, with bolder colors, an evolved wordmark and an updated typeface. A refined color palette will complement and strengthen our new shade of orange, making it more vibrant and an easy match to the food imagery on our marketplace. Our refreshed wordmark will move away from the house with the fork and knife icon, but will nonetheless create a sense of familiarity for customers while still standing apart from other food delivery players.

These exciting updates to Grubhub and Seamless mark a pivotal time in our journey. We’ve added more merchants, expanded into grocery and convenience, lowered our fees, and improved our loyalty program — all resulting in customers ordering more frequently than ever before. And by refreshing our visual identity for customers nationwide and driving a unique value proposition for New Yorkers, we’re well positioned for our future as a part of Wonder.

Proposed Delivery Taxes Could Cost Restaurants Millions

Proposals in multiple states would hit small and medium sized businesses the hardest

Platforms like Grubhub play a vital role for small and medium-sized restaurants, helping them reach customers they otherwise wouldn’t be able to reach. However, despite economic uncertainty already hitting the restaurant industry hard, several states—including Massachusetts and Maryland—have proposed new taxes on delivery services that would drive up prices for customers, leading to a dramatic drop in orders at a time when local restaurants need our support.

These taxes couldn’t come at a worse time: Inflation hovers around 3% while many restaurants continue to struggle. In Massachusetts, 38% of restaurant operators said they were unprofitable in 2024, while 66% reported fewer diners in their restaurants. Boston restaurants’ revenue can’t seem to keep pace with inflation. And the same is true in Maryland, where restaurant owners are reporting business being down since the pandemic as a result of economic and other factors.

In addition to driving millions of orders to these restaurants each year, Grubhub provides them with essential support, offering a range of tools like marketing resources and grant programs designed to help them thrive in a competitive market and connect with a wider customer base. This support is particularly vital in such challenging economic times.

Internal Grubhub data show that even a small delivery tax could lead to significant drops in order volume and lost revenue, disproportionately hurting small and medium sized businesses.

Here’s what could happen if these proposed delivery taxes were to be implemented:

In Massachusetts,
- A 15 cent tax per delivery will result in a reduction of tens of thousands orders to small restaurants and could result in millions in lost revenue every year. That’s real money being taken out of the pockets of small business owners.
- A 75 cent delivery tax will result in hundreds of thousands fewer orders coming in and nearly $10 million in lost revenue for MA restaurants annually.
- A $2 tax per order would lead to nearly three quarters of a million fewer orders and tens of millions of dollars in lost revenue annually, again with the bulk of that burden being shouldered by small and medium-sized businesses.
In Maryland,
- A 15 cent tax means tens of thousands fewer orders coming into restaurants and nearly a million dollars in lost revenue every year.
- A 75 cent tax will result in tens of thousands of fewer orders annually, hurting businesses of all sizes.
- A $2 tax will lead to half a million fewer orders per year and lost revenue in the tens of millions of dollars.

No matter where they’re proposed, delivery taxes = fewer orders, and the higher the tax, the more small mom-and-pop restaurants will suffer.

Grubhub welcomes the opportunity to work with lawmakers considering such proposals to help them understand the impact they will have on local businesses, and we stand ready to work on solutions that support the communities we serve while keeping delivery affordable. At a time when small restaurants are feeling the squeeze, we should work together to give these businesses a leg up – not take them out at the knees.

Voices of Grubhub: Brigitte Lazarko, VP, Controller, on Powering Growth and Connection Across Grubhub

To showcase different perspectives and give an inside look into Grubhub, we’re spotlighting leaders across the organization. Just in time for Women’s History Month, we caught up with Brigitte Lazarko, VP and Controller, at Grubhub.

The finance team serves as a critical business partner, helping enable Grubhub’s success by managing everything from accounting and financial reporting to payroll and tax compliance.

A quick round to get to know Brigitte:

Favorite Grubhub order: Barbecue from Soul & Smoke in Chicago. We didn’t have good BBQ in Winnipeg!
Currently reading: The Cliffs for fun, but Lean In changed my career. It helped me recognize how risk-averse I was and pushed me to evaluate decisions more consciously.
Weekend ritual: Hanging out with my husband and two Shih Tzu-mix pups, Ash and Lila.
Unexpected hobby: Binging legal cases and skincare deep dives on YouTube.
Go-to productivity hack: Inbox Zero and app specific Chrome tabs for the Google Suite.
If not in finance: I’d have been a lawyer—until I realized I couldn’t handle defending people I knew were guilty.

You made a big move recently—from Winnipeg to Chicago, and from SkipTheDishes to Grubhub. What led to that transition?
It all started with my time at SkipTheDishes—I worked closely with Howard, Grubhub’s CEO, for several years, and when he moved into the EVP of North America role, things began to shift. I had always enjoyed working with him, so continuing that partnership was definitely something I valued. Around the same time, I had been thinking about relocating to Chicago, and when the Wonder acquisition came into focus, the timing just felt right. I had a chance to take on a bigger role, and Wonder supported the move.

What made the transition even easier is how much I’ve genuinely enjoyed being at Grubhub. The people, the culture—it’s been such a positive experience. Working with Wonder has been great so far. The collaboration, the transparency, and just the way the teams work together here has been so refreshing. It already feels like a much better fit, and I’m really glad I made the leap.

How are you finding Chicago compared to Winnipeg?
It’s great! I just got to experience my first St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, so getting to do that has been really cool. It’s warmer than Winnipeg, which most people find surprising. I’m looking forward to exploring the different beaches and other attractions as summer approaches. The people here are super friendly, and I live a 10-minute walk from the office, so it’s great.

Can you give us an overview of your role and key responsibilities at Grubhub—especially for those who may not be familiar with what a Controller does?
Sure! My role as Controller is all about making sure the company’s finances are accurate, compliant, and running smoothly. I oversee six core areas at Grubhub:

Financial reporting and accounting – We handle the books for the full group of companies, including our U.S. and Romanian entities, and prepare the financials for bondholders.
Payroll – Making sure every employee is paid accurately and on time.
Tax – From federal and state income taxes to managing sales tax in every state where we operate.
Controls – Putting safeguards in place to prevent things like fraud or financial missteps.
Finance operations – Every dollar that comes in or out of Grubhub runs through our team. That includes payments to restaurants, couriers, and vendors.
Cash management – Reconciling bank accounts and ensuring the business has what it needs to operate efficiently.

We’re also helping prepare for the future—especially as we grow and look toward Wonder’s IPO readiness. That includes working closely with Wonder to scale systems, automate processes, and drive efficiencies across both organizations.

What’s one thing people might not realize about your team’s role in Grubhub’s growth?
We’re often behind the scenes, but none of our major growth initiatives can move forward without finance. Every time we launch something new—whether it’s a vertical like pet stores or a new business model—there are significant tax, billing, and compliance considerations that need to be addressed. For example, something as simple as adding a new category like pet supplies introduces an entirely new set of tax classification that we need to manage accurately.

Our team is involved from the very beginning—outlining requirements, setting up the systems, and ensuring we can properly bill and collect revenue. And once things go live, we help ensure everything runs smoothly for customers, partners, and the business overall. Growth doesn’t happen without a strong financial infrastructure behind it, and that’s exactly what we provide.

What are the key priorities for your team in 2025?
One of our biggest priorities is moving our financial systems to Wonder’s enterprise resource planning platform. It’s a massive project that we’re just about to kick off, and it will be foundational for how we operate moving forward.

We’re also focused on automation and creating efficiencies. There’s still a lot of manual work in our day-to-day, so we’re exploring how technology—including AI—can help us streamline processes. The goal is to give our team more time to focus on meaningful, value-added work, especially as we grow and prepare for IPO readiness with Wonder.

How are you partnering with Wonder since the acquisition?
It’s been a very collaborative and energizing experience. We’ve already started sharing tools and best practices. For example, we’re rolling out our month-end close platform to their team, and we’re adopting a tech capitalization tool they’ve been using. It’s all about leveraging the best of both sides.

We’re also looking at vendor contracts to find opportunities to combine our volume and negotiate better pricing. In some cases, Wonder has already benefited from Grubhub’s scale to drive savings, and we’ll keep looking for more of those wins. The more we align systems and processes, the easier it is to collaborate, cross-train, and grow together.

Let’s shift gears a bit and talk about you as a leader. What’s your approach to building and supporting your team?
My philosophy is that finance shouldn’t be the “land of no”—we should be the “land of how.” I want my team at the table early, helping shape ideas rather than cleaning up problems after the fact. That kind of partnership mindset helps us move faster and smarter as a business.

I also lead with empathy and trust. You never know what someone is going through, and I try to understand the whole person, not just the employee. I’m not a micromanager—people do their best work when they feel empowered and supported.

In honor of Women’s History Month, what advice would you give to women who are looking to lead?
Don’t be afraid to stand up for what’s right—and don’t let the word “aggressive” scare you. There’s a real difference between being assertive and being difficult, but women are still too often labeled unfairly just for having conviction.

Another piece of advice is to find your people. Throughout my career, I’ve built a trusted inner circle I can count on when things get tough. You need those people—and they need you, too. No one leads alone.

You’ve also been open about the importance of mental health in the workplace. Why is that something you choose to speak up about?
Because I wish more leaders had talked about it when I was earlier in my career. Mental health runs strongly in my family, and it’s always been a part of who I am. So, I’ve made the choice to be open about it since I want my team to know they’re not alone.

Mental health isn’t something to be ashamed of, and the conversation shouldn’t start and stop with HR policies. When someone’s struggling, the response shouldn’t be suspicion—it should be support. I think more leaders need to talk about it, normalize it, and create a space where people feel safe being human at work.

Grubhub Champions Hometown Restaurants’ 5-Year Triumph Over Pandemic Adversity

New “Established 2020” Award Will Support Long-Term Success for Class of Chicago Restaurants that Opened During COVID-19 Shutdown

Opening a restaurant under normal circumstances is notoriously difficult, but those who did so in 2020 faced unprecedented challenges as they navigated closed dining rooms, ever-changing health protocols, and more. To honor restaurateurs who defied the odds during the COVID-19 pandemic, Grubhub is launching Established 2020, a new award program for small-business Chicago restaurants celebrating five years of success in 2025.

Eighty percent* of new restaurants close within five years, and in 2020, closures spiked 95 percent** above the annual average. Many restaurants that opened in 2020 were ineligible for state and federal pandemic relief funds, as it often required proof of business impact from previous years.

Despite the odds, a select group of restaurateurs persevered, bringing their culinary visions to life. Their resilience not only shaped their success but also made a lasting impact on Chicago’s food scene. Established 2020 is here to celebrate these small businesses and continue supporting the amazing restaurants that define the city’s diverse culinary culture.

Starting today, Grubhub is accepting applications for its Established 2020 Award to recognize its hometown restaurants’ commitment to serving delicious food to their local community. All small business restaurant owners in Chicago who opened their first brick-and-mortar location in 2020 and are still open today are eligible to receive a monetary award to invest back into their small business. Applications for the award program are currently open through Friday, April 18, 2025 and will be awarded at an in-person event in June 2025.

Learn more and apply here.***

“Chicago’s restaurant owners are some of the toughest, most persistent people out there, and the ones who opened in 2020 have grit and tenacity like no other,” said Isabel Perman, Director, Client Success at Grubhub. “They didn’t just survive—they built something lasting. We’re so pleased to have been a part of their incredible journey over the past five years and look forward to continuing to grow these partnerships for years to come.”

Grubhub played a crucial role for restaurants in 2020 by helping many owners rethink their businesses overnight as they quickly transitioned from having a purely dine-in model to leveraging online ordering and delivery systems. Grubhub also reduced certain diner fees, boosted marketing, and provided delivery solutions to help restaurants serve their communities. Delivery orders in Chicago surged 98 percent from 2019 to 2020, and Grubhub was there to help ensure restaurants had the support they needed to keep their doors open to serve their communities.

At the onset of the pandemic, Grubhub also established the Grubhub Community Fund (GCF) to support communities and restaurants impacted by the pandemic. Since 2020, the GCF has given more than $35 million directly to small-business restaurants across the country.

Restaurants like Logan Square’s KFire and Greater Grand Crossing’s Doughboy’s Chicago overcame the challenges of opening during the COVID-19 shutdown and embody the resilience this award celebrates. Both have already been recognized with Grubhub’s Established 2020 Award for their perseverance and lasting contributions to Chicago’s vibrant food scene.

“The pandemic threw every obstacle our way but giving up was never an option. We poured everything into making our dream a reality, even when the odds were stacked against us,” said Ben Kim, Co-owner at KFire. “Grubhub gave us the tools to keep serving our food and growing our business at a time when every order mattered. Without their help, KFire probably wouldn’t exist today.”

“Community has always been a core value of Doughboy’s Chicago. When the pandemic hit, we weren’t just adapting every day to keep our business going—we were finding ways to feed the people who relied on us. Launching during such a difficult time forced us to get creative, and Grubhub helped us stay connected with our neighbors.” said Nicole Fryison, Co-owner at Doughboy’s Chicago. “Fast-forward five years, we’re still here, still grinding, and still rooted in the community that was with us from day one.”

Chicago’s restaurant scene is stronger because of the grit, determination, and creativity of the chefs, owners, and staff that bring the industry to life. Through the Established 2020 Award, Grubhub is proud to recognize small business restaurants celebrating their five-year milestone. This moment will continue strengthening existing relationships and build new partnerships with hometown restaurants to support their long-term success.

About Grubhub

Grubhub is a leading U.S. ordering and delivery marketplace dedicated to connecting customers with their favorite local restaurants, merchants and convenience retailers. Grubhub elevates online ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. Part of Wonder Group, Grubhub features 375,000 merchants in over 4,000 U.S. cities.

References

* “The No. 1 thing to consider before opening a restaurant.” CNBC Make It, March 15, 2016 https://www.cnbc.com/2016/01/20/heres-the-real-reason-why-most-restaurants-fail.html.

** “Here’s How Many Restaurants Closed During the Pandemic.” The Washington Post, June, 21 2022 https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/06/21/covid-restaurant-closures/.

***Must be 18+ and legal U.S. resident to enter. Participation in the Established 2020 Award program is subject to an entrant’s compliance with all contest rules and terms, subject to Grubhub’s verification. Grubhub partnership is not required to participate or win. See official rules here.

A message from Grubhub CEO Howard Migdal on the integration with Wonder

In January 2025, Wonder completed its acquisition of Grubhub, marking a milestone toward our ambitious vision to become the primary destination for mealtime, forming the first and only vertically-integrated food delivery platform.

As we move forward with Wonder, the following message was sent to all Grubhub employees at 7:00 a.m. CT on Friday, February 28, 2025.

Hi everyone,

Over the past two years, we’ve made tremendous progress on our journey to accelerate growth through clear focus and a well-defined strategy. We’ve strengthened our foundation across our core business and new verticals to transform our value proposition to customers and set ourselves up for future success. Teaming up with Wonder has been a remarkable testament to our progress over the past year, connecting us with a partner who embodies our innovative, entrepreneurial, and competitive spirit and is committed to Grubhub’s success.

Since we closed the transaction with Wonder, we have been aligning on how our businesses work together to achieve our ambitious mission of becoming the primary destination for mealtime.

In order to achieve our ambition, we must prioritize the right work and execute with speed and conviction by reducing management layers, bringing leaders closer to the business, and removing duplication.

As a result, we’ve made the difficult decision to eliminate approximately 500 positions at Grubhub. These changes span all teams as we begin to integrate functions with Wonder.

The dedication and talent across our teams is incredible, making this especially tough. Each of you has played a vital role in shaping Grubhub, and we are deeply grateful for your passion and hard work. We’re taking this step because we believe it is essential for the future we’re working so hard to build together with Wonder.

These changes will position Grubhub to maximize our potential, create opportunities for leaders at Wonder and Grubhub to take on expanded roles and responsibilities in support of our shared vision, and enable us to focus our resources on our most important business objectives.

Navigating these changes:

Employees impacted by this decision will be notified in the next few hours.

Our priority is to support you through this transition and treat you with the respect you have earned and deserve. Impacted employees will receive severance and outplacement services to help transition and plan for the future. Your commitment has helped build something extraordinary, and I thank you for all you’ve done for Grubhub.

Leaders will hold team meetings later today with employees who are remaining with Grubhub to discuss what these changes mean for your group. We’ll come together for a town hall in March where we’ll talk more about the path forward and our strategy for 2025.

We recognize that today and over the next few days, it will be important for us to process these changes, reflect on what’s next, and support one another.

Looking ahead, I am confident that, together with Wonder, we are in a strong position to disrupt the restaurant industry and redefine how people think about food delivery. While today is a difficult day, I have no doubt in our future and what we will accomplish together. Thank you for your resilience and commitment to Grubhub.

Howard

Grubhub Celebrates 20 Years of Supporting Local Communities and Expands Impact Program

New report shows community reach and impact deepened in 2024, including more than $2.6 million to Chicago nonprofits and $1.3 million to NYC nonprofits

Grubhub invested more than $12 million last year in communities across the United States through the Grubhub Community Fund (GCF) and other impact programs, as revealed in our latest Community Impact Report. In addition to focusing on all of the initiatives and programs that we supported in 2024, the report looks back at how we positively impacted communities over the past two decades in honor of our 20th anniversary.

All of the work we do to support our communities is made possible through Grubhub corporate programs and the GCF, a donor-advised fund at a national sponsoring organization. The GCF is funded by diner donations through our Donate the Change round-up feature within the Grubhub app and website. Grubhub matches contributions up to $4 million each year on eligible Grubhub+ orders.

To guide our community impact work, we focus our efforts on three key areas – helping close the hunger gap, creating opportunity in the hospitality industry, and supporting independent restaurants. This past year, we deepened our impact in key markets by:

Expanding Our Reach and Impact. We supported more than 140 new organizations through the GCF – a 58% increase from 2023.
Adding Two New Grant Programs to Engage Drivers and Employees. We directed more than $300,000 in GCF support to nearly 70 organizations across the country.
Holding Our First Ever Office Wide Volunteer Day for Hometown Employees. More than 100 employees repacked shipments of 25,000 pounds of food for the Greater Chicago Food Depository to distribute to local food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters.

“Since Grubhub was founded in 2004, we have been committed to leaving the communities where we operate better than we found them,” said Dave Tovar, Senior Vice President of Communications & Government Relations at Grubhub. “Looking back on how we have evolved our community impact program over the past two decades, I am incredibly proud of where we are today – leveraging Grubhub’s expertise to support the neighborhoods we serve in ways that are unique to our business. There’s more work to be done, and we will continue to engage local, grassroots organizations, expand our employee volunteer efforts, and deepen community partnerships across the country.”

In its second year, we expanded Grubhub’s Full Plate Program from our hometown of Chicago to New York City to support organizations working to close the hunger gap. Made possible by the GCF and administered in partnership with Food Bank for New York City (FBNYC), grant recipients were eligible for up to $10,000, and are all nonprofits in FBNYC’s Member Network. Through Full Plate, $714,500 went to support more than 90 local, community-driven programs that deliver nutritious food and beverages to individuals and families in need.

“We are deeply grateful to the Grubhub Community Fund for empowering our network of food pantries and soup kitchens with this incredible grant opportunity,” said Zanita Tisdale, Vice President of Agency and Organizational Impact at Food Bank For New York City. “Our members are on the frontlines of New York City’s growing hunger crisis, and these funds will not only help them provide more food to their neighbors but also secure critical equipment, support staff with stipends, and, in some cases, keep the lights on. As we work to close the hunger gap across the five boroughs, we couldn’t be more thankful for the Grubhub team’s unwavering partnership.”

As we look to the future, we will continue identifying opportunities for new and deeper partnerships to strengthen our community impact. Read the 2024 Community Impact Report, and learn more about how we are engaging in strategic partnerships and funding impactful programs to drive meaningful change in the places where our employees, customers, restaurant partners, and delivery partners work and live: https://about.grubhub.com/community/.

Full Plate NYC Grantees (Fully Funded)

Acts Community Development Corporation
Apostolic Assembly Of Jesus Christ
Bedford Central Presbyterian Church
Bethany United Methodist Church
Bethel Arverne Community Development Corporation
Bethel Prayer Ministries International USA
Bronx Bethany Community Corporation
Brooklyn Rescue Mission Urban Harvest Center
Calvary Fellowship AME Church
Calvary Pentecostal Church
Camp Friendship
Christ Jesus Baptist Church
Church of God in Christ
Church of God of Prophecy
COJO
COMMUNITY SERVICES HDC
Co-op City SDA Church Food Pantry
Fraternite Notre Dame
God’s Deliverance Temple Inc.
Gotham Food Pantry Inc
Grant House Unity Corp.
Greater Springfield Community Church
Health Essential Association
Immanuel First Spanish United Methodist Church
Inspirational Gospel Assembly
International Pentecostal City Mission Food Program
JESUS IS JUSTICE MISSION INC.
Jewish Community Council of Canarsie, Inc.
Leviticus Church
Life Bridge NY
Macedonia Community Development Corporation
Morris Brown AME Church
Mt. Zion Church of God 7th Day/ Mount Zion Feeding Program
Newman Memorial United Methodist Church Community Development Corp.
One Way Church of Christ Inc. Food Pantry
OPIN (Other People In Need) Inc.
Our Lady of Lourdes Food Pantry
Project Lead
Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries
Recovery House of Worship
Resurrection & Life Pentecostal Church
Salem Community Service Council
Second Chance Agape Worship Center, Inc.
Sisters With Purpose, Inc.
ST. JEROME H.A.N.D.S. COMMUNITY CENTER
St. Peter’s Food Pantry
Staten Island SDA Church Food Pantry
Taurus Associates Inc.
The Gospel Tabernacle Church, Inc.
The Red Door Place, Inc.
The Union Grove Baptist Church
The United Church of Far Rockaway
Transfiguration Food Pantry
Treasures in Earthen Jars
Trinity Human Services Corporation
Trinity’s Services And Food for the Homeless, Inc.
True Holy Church
Unitarian Church of All Souls
United Church Of Praise International Ministries ,Inc
University Community Social Services, Inc.
Vets Inc.
Vineyard International Christian Ministries
Zeina Lorraine Inc
Zichron Acheinu Levy Menachem Tzion
Zion Tabernacle FBH Church

Introducing Grubhub’s 2025 Restaurant Leadership Council

Grubhub’s business is grounded in the idea that the technology we offer to restaurant partners helps them expand their own businesses. Along with providing tools to help restaurants succeed, we are equally committed to creating a space for peer connection, allowing restaurant owners to share experiences, insights, and feedback. This is where Grubhub’s Restaurant Leadership Council was born – and we are thrilled to welcome our 2025 cohort of restaurant leaders.

In its fourth year, the Restaurant Leadership Council is a group of restaurant owners and operators who regularly meet with Grubhub to help us whip up new ideas on how to best serve our restaurants. We work with the council to better understand and serve the industry, listening and learning from professionals who eat, sleep, and breathe restaurant management.

For the year ahead, we identified a group of nine small business owners – all Grubhub partners – who will join the 2025 council. These individuals own restaurants all across the country, including Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and more. To date, 50 restaurant owners have participated in the council. Throughout the council’s year-long term, we host several interactive sessions to give restaurant owners a chance to strengthen their peer relationships, provide industry insights, and share detailed product feedback to help us improve our product offering and platform for restaurant partners.

“In the past four years, Grubhub’s Restaurant Leadership Council has become a critical channel for connecting with, offering support to, and receiving feedback from restaurant owners across the country,” said Victoria Anglin, Senior Manager, Merchant Engagement & Operations. “The restaurants on our platform have hands-on experience with using our product and technology day-in and day-out to help serve their customers and coordinate with delivery partners, so we take their feedback seriously. It’s exciting to take the first-hand feedback from our Restaurant Leadership Council meetings, and implement changes to make our platform more valuable for our restaurant partners.”

Meet Grubhub’s 2025 Restaurant Leadership Council:

Bryan Tublin – Kitava in San Francisco, California

“Small-to-medium sized businesses are the heartbeat of American communities, and the hospitality industry is a critical contributor. My goal for joining this council is to advocate for and contribute to the health of the restaurant industry because I believe if our restaurants are strong, healthy, and vibrant, our communities will be as well!”

Davin Wages – Malai Kitchen in Dallas, Texas

“I’m excited to share my experiences with the Grubhub platform, help with any new developments and improvements, and also network with others in the industry.

Jay Shin – Fibber’s Sports Bar & Grille in Philadelphia, PA

“I joined the council to see the direction of Grubhub and if there is anything I can do to help bring in more sales.”

Paolo Fontana – Sub-Ology in Cranford, New Jersey

“I joined Grubhub’s 2025 Restaurant Leadership Council because I’m passionate about shaping the future of the restaurant industry and supporting small business owners like myself. This council offers an incredible opportunity to meet new people from diverse businesses, exchange resources, and regularly share ideas. I look forward to collaborating, helping each other grow, and mentoring one another to achieve our goals. Together, we can address challenges, contribute innovative solutions, and drive success for restaurants across the board.”

Sergio Catinkagan – Antalia NYC in New York, New York

“I joined the Grubhub Council to contribute valuable insights that can help make Grubhub a more restaurant-owner-friendly platform. By sharing my own experiences, I hope to provide useful perspectives while also learning from the experiences of other restaurant owners.”

Taylor Mason – Taylor’s Tacos in Chicago, Illinois

“I joined the council so that I can be a liaison between the Grubhub communiTAY and the people. It is my duty to use my everyday experience and expertise to make both worlds better. Grubhub is a team of some epic individuals, and I am honored to be included.”

Tony Mekonen – Italian Kitchen in Washington, D.C.

“I joined the Restaurant Leadership Council to gain deeper insight into new product features and to provide feedback based on our experience with multiple third-party aggregator platforms. As a restaurant owner, I value opportunities to share my experiences and collaborate with like-minded business leaders from across the country. I’m excited to connect with my peers, exchange best practices, and stay ahead of industry trends that can help us grow and improve our business. Additionally, I look forward to using this platform to voice any questions or concerns regarding our experience on Grubhub, ensuring that both our customers and team continue to benefit from the platform’s innovations.”

Vinny Gallagher – Pizzata Pizzeria in Philadelphia, PA

“At Pizzata, we have a saying that goes: ‘I know something you don’t know, and you know something I don’t know. We can always learn from one another if we take the time to stop and listen.”

Wesley Li – Bowls of Rice in Chicago, Illinois

“I am excited to share my knowledge and insights with Grubhub and my peers, while also learning and growing together. Operating a ghost kitchen allows us to innovate quickly, and I’m excited to enhance our partnership by collaborating on fresh ideas that deliver even better experiences to our customers.”

Grubhub Adds Walgreens to Grow its Convenience Offerings and Give Customers More Choices

The Chicagoland-based companies team up to offer on-demand delivery of thousands of everyday essentials

CHICAGO and DEERFIELD, Ill., Feb. 20, 2025 — Grubhub announced today that it has teamed up with Walgreens to bring Walgreens and Duane Reade locations nationwide to its marketplace. Through this collaboration, customers have access to 15,000 items for on-demand delivery — including beauty, health and wellness, snacks, personal care, household items, toys, and more.

Grubhub is enhancing the customer experience by expanding its marketplace offerings to include Walgreens and Duane Reade, broadening access to everyday essentials. Grubhub’s data shows that customers who shop from convenience merchants on Grubhub order nearly three times more per month than those who don’t, making them valuable users of the Grubhub marketplace.

“We’re excited to add Walgreens and Duane Reade to offer customers a robust selection of convenience retailers on Grubhub,” said Craig Whitmer, vice president of new verticals at Grubhub. “As a Chicago-based company, working with another hometown favorite is particularly special. The addition of these two brands helps us scale our convenience offerings across the country with a strong focus on key markets like Chicago and New York City, and we look forward to delivering even more value and convenience to our shared communities.”

“Customers today expect to get what they want, when they want it, how they want it,” said Sharmila Sudhakar, group vice president of digital commerce and omni experience at Walgreens. “The addition of Grubhub to Walgreens’ growing roster of delivery partners helps meet that expectation and offers shoppers another simple and trusted same-day solution to get the essentials they need.”

Walgreens and Duane Reade are part of Grubhub+, Grubhub’s loyalty program, which offers members perks like $0 delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible orders, discounted priority delivery, and ongoing member-only exclusive offers.* Walgreens joins a growing list of convenience retailers available on Grubhub.

About Grubhub
Grubhub is a leading U.S. ordering and delivery marketplace dedicated to connecting customers with their favorite local restaurants, merchants and convenience retailers. Grubhub elevates online ordering through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms, and an improved delivery experience. Part of Wonder Group, Grubhub features 375,000 merchants in over 4,000 U.S. cities.

About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations, and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni-channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Walgreens is the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader. Its retail locations are a critical point of access and convenience in thousands of communities, with Walgreens pharmacists playing a greater role as part of the healthcare system and patients’ care teams than ever before. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides critical care and pharmacy services to millions of patients with rare disease states and complex, chronic conditions.

* Benefits apply to orders over the applicable subtotal minimum. Terms and additional fees apply. Learn more here.

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