Pizza King Station: The Train-at-Your-Table Restaurant

If you’ve ever wished dinner could be part meal, part entertainment, then you’ll understand why Pizza King Station is one of my kids’ all-time favorite places to eat. Plus, it’s no secret that my kids love any type of train activities. Imagine sitting down in a cozy booth, picking up a little intercom to call in your order, and then watching a mini train roll right to your table with your drinks. It’s equal parts quirky, nostalgic, and downright magical for kids.

As a mom who’s always looking for fun, kid-friendly restaurants around Indianapolis, Pizza King Station checks all the boxes. The pizza is classic Indiana style—crispy, thin, and topped edge-to-edge—and the train makes the whole experience unforgettable. Anytime I mention dinner out, my kids ask, “Can we go to the train pizza place?”

So, What Exactly Is Pizza King Station?

Pizza King is an Indiana staple, but the Station locations take things up a notch. Inside, the booths are set up like little train cars, complete with an intercom to place your order. Instead of a server bringing your drinks, a colorful miniature train pulls up to your table on those model train tracks and delivers them right to you.

Yes, my kids squeal every time. Honestly? I kind of love it too. Watching a tiny train deliver your soda feels just as fun now as it probably did when the first Station opened decades ago.

Where You’ll Find the Train at Pizza King

Not every Pizza King has this setup, so don’t promise your kids a train until you know for sure. In our family, we usually go to the Pizza King locations at Stop 11 and Bluff Road location in Indianapolis (7045 Bluff Road, Suite 4187, Indianapolis, IN 46217), but the Avon Pizza King (8100 E. US HWY 36, Avon, IN 46123) and the New Albany Pizza King (3825 Charlestown Rd, New Albany, IN 47150) also has the train-at-your-table experience.

Pro tip from a mom who has made this mistake before: call ahead or check reviews to confirm before you go. Some Pizza King restaurants use the “Station” name, but don’t actually have the train. Trust me, avoiding that disappointment is worth a quick phone call.

What It’s Like Inside Pizza King

From the moment we sit down, my kids are bouncing in their seats. At the Avon Pizza King, they take turns using the little intercom to “call the kitchen” with our order (which is a thrill in itself). At the Indianapolis/Stop 11 Pizza King and the New Albany Pizza King, they eagerly sit and wait for their drinks after placing an order with our server. And then comes the star of the show: the train.

When the train chugs down the tracks and those drinks come rolling up on a miniature train car, my kids’ eyes light up. They love grabbing their own cups, and I usually have to remind them not to snatch too fast or spill. The drinks are delivered by train, but the food still comes out with a server, though honestly, by then, my kids barely notice because they’re still talking about the train.

Pizza King also has a collection of arcade games in the lobby.

The Menu: Pizza, Strombolis, and More

Of course, the food matters too. Pizza King is known for its edge-to-edge toppings, and that’s exactly what we order most often. I like that the crust is thin and crispy, so it’s not too heavy for the kids, and everyone can eat more than one slice.

A few other family favorites:

The Stromboli – If you know, you know. It’s Pizza King’s signature sandwich stuffed with Italian sausage, cheese, and sauce.
Pasta dishes – Great for a night when we want comfort food.
Salads – Fresh enough to feel like I’m balancing out all that cheesy goodness.
Kid-friendly picks – Chicken tenders and fries, of course.
Prices are reasonable—pizzas usually fall in the $12–$20 range, with sandwiches and pastas closer to $8–$12. It’s a night out that doesn’t blow our family budget.

Why It’s Worth the Hype

I’ll be real: the pizza is good, but the train is the reason my kids beg to come here. There’s just something about watching a toy train bring your drinks that never gets old. Even my older kid, who pretends to be “too cool,” still lights up when the train shows up.

The best part? It makes dinner out easy. I don’t have to bribe anyone to sit still or wait patiently for their food—the train is built-in entertainment.

Birthday Party Gold

If you’re searching for kid birthday party ideas, Pizza King Station is a winner.

The train keeps kids entertained without you needing extra activities.

Big booths can fit groups, and staff are used to hosting families. Plus, our Pizza King has a party room (but the train doesn’t pass through there.)

Pizza, Strombolis, and pitchers of soda make feeding everyone simple.

Call ahead to reserve space for a party, especially on weekends. It’s affordable, unique, and takes the stress out of planning.

If your kids loved dinner with a train at the table, they’ll be blown away by an overnight in a real train car at Union Station.

Tips From a Mom Who’s Been There

Get there early on weekends. The train booths are the first to go.

Ask specifically for a train booth. Some tables don’t get train service.

Keep hands steady. Drinks can tip if kids grab too quickly, so help younger ones.

Bring cash for extras. Some locations have arcade games or claw machines.

Don’t over-order. With thin-crust pizzas and shareable Strombolis, a little goes a long way.

Why Parents Love It Too

Yes, it’s kid-centered, but Pizza King Station has its perks for grown-ups too. I love the nostalgic vibe. A lot of local grown-ups grew up eating Pizza King pizza, and now we all get to share it with our kids in a way that feels special.

It’s also one of those quirky spots that make a surprisingly fun date night. Sharing a Stromboli while your drinks pull up on a train? It’s goofy, sure, but in the best way.

Other Fun Dining Experiences to Try

If your kids love Pizza King Station, you might also enjoy:

The Old Spaghetti Factory – Eat dinner in a restored trolley car in downtown Indy or Carmel City Center.

Play cafés – Great for combining a meal with playtime.

Drive-in theaters or outdoor food trucks – Another interactive way to turn dinner into entertainment.

Pizza King Station is more than just another pizza place; it’s an experience. My kids don’t remember every meal we eat out, but they always remember the train. Between the tasty edge-to-edge pizza, the intercom ordering, and the drinks arriving by railcar, this is a one-of-a-kind kid-friendly restaurant.

For families in Indianapolis (or anyone visiting), it’s worth the stop. Whether you’re planning a low-stress birthday party, a fun family night out, or even a quirky date night, Pizza King Station is a local gem that delivers joy along with dinner.