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A military personnel picks up food from a heated display case.

(Photo courtesy of Army & Air Force Exchange Service)

CAMP ZAMA – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is growing its Express restaurant portfolio, with more than 250 locations serving military communities worldwide.

After opening nearly 25 Express restaurants in 2025 and more than 25 so far in 2026, the Exchange is planning about 40 additional openings this year. The Exchange’s Express restaurants include Hunt Brothers Pizza.

“Growing Express restaurants is about making everyday life a little easier for service members and their families,” said Camp Zama Exchange General Manager, Nick Cucinello. “When a hot, high-quality meal or fresh grab-and-go option is just a short walk or drive from where military shoppers live and work, they have more time to rest, recharge and stay ready for whatever the mission requires next while maintaining nutritional readiness.”

The restaurant lineup emphasizes fresh, ready-to-eat and grab-and-go meals, making the Express a dependable stop for quick, quality meals on the installation.

Express restaurants, like all Exchange restaurants, offer better-for-you options, alongside comforting favorites, giving military diners more ways to grab a meal that fits their needs. For even more convenience, Camp Zama Express has a dedicated cooler with additional grab-and-go options, such as sandwiches and salads.

With more than 500 Express locations worldwide, the continued growth of Express restaurants reflects the organization’s commitment to supporting the well-being and Quality of Life of service members and their families.

To learn more about how the Exchange supports nutritional readiness, visit here.

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