# Italian-style Flatbread Sandwiches Papa John's New Papadia Sandwiches are Made with Flatbread By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2019-07-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papadia References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2019/07/27/papa-johns-spotted-testing-new-papadia-italian-flatbread-style-sandwiches/) Though Papa John's may be known for its sandwiches, the chain is getting in on the sandwich game with a new dish called the 'Papadia.' Heartier than your average sandwich, this new flatbread offering may just replace your regular pizza order. The Papadia is essentially an [Italian-style flatbread sandwich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-pizza-sandwiches) that Papa John's has begun testing at locations in Indiana, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington State. There are four Papadias for customers to choose from, as well as the option to customize their own sandwich. The first of the pre-built varieties is the [Philly Steak Papadia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheese-steak-craft-series), which is filled with the chain's signature sliced Philly steak. There's also a [Meatball Pepperoni Papadia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-bread) oozing with pizza sauce, and a Grilled BBQ Chicken & Bacon Papadia made with BBQ sauce. Finally, there is the Italian Papadia that contains Alfredo sauce, spicy Italian sausage, and spicy banana peppers. Image Credit: *Papa John's.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Italian-style Flatbread Sandwiches:** Opportunity for pizzerias and fast-food chains to introduce Italian-style flatbread sandwiches as a unique alternative to traditional sandwiches. - **Customizable Sandwiches:** Customizable sandwich options provide an opportunity for personalized dining experiences in the fast-food industry. - **Alternative Pizza Offerings:** Opportunity for pizza chains to expand their menu options with new dishes like flatbread sandwiches, attracting a wider range of customers. ### Where This Applies - **Fast-food:** Fast-food chains can capitalize on the trend of Italian-style flatbread sandwiches, offering customers a new and unique option. - **Pizza Chains:** Pizza chains can leverage the popularity of their pizza offerings by introducing innovative flatbread sandwich options like the Papadia. - **Casual Dining:** Casual dining restaurants can incorporate customizable sandwich options to provide more variety and flexibility for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pepperoni-Crusted Pizza Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperonicrusted-papadia.md) - [Snack Chip Pizza Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doritos-cool-ranch-papadia.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-pizzas.md) - [Strip-Cut Dipping Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papa-dippa.md) - [Delicate Pastry-Inspired Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-pizza.md) - [Snackable Mini Pizza Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-parmesan-papa-bites.md) - [Cup-Shaped Pepperoni Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papa-johns-1.md) - [Crispy Caramelized Pan Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papa-johns-pan-pizza.md) - [Burger-Flavored Pizza Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-cheesy-burger-papa-bites.md)