On January 3, an unusual rush at several pizzerias was noted near the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, an hour after reports emerged of explosions in Caracas.
The timing immediately fueled renewed interest in the “Pentagon Pizza Theory,” a long-running internet belief that a sudden increase in food orders near U.S. defense hubs often coincides with major military or national security events.
As screenshots of the activity circulated online, several users across social media platforms were flooded with hilarious jokes and memes.