Established
1996
Franchise Units
11
Minimum Investment
$250,000
Franchise Fee
$25,000
Total Investment Range
$500,000
Home Based
No
Description
Pizza World is a modern pizza franchise concept built for today’s fast-paced, value-driven dining market. Centered on fresh ingredients, consistent recipes, and efficient kitchen operations, the brand has carved out a strong position as a dependable neighborhood pizza destination. Its menu balances classic crowd-pleasing flavors with customizable options, making it appealing to families, students, and professionals alike.
Designed to perform well across dine-in, takeout, and delivery channels, Pizza World benefits from streamlined workflows and a flexible footprint that fits a wide range of retail locations. As pizza continues to be one of the most ordered foods in the United States, the brand’s focus on speed, consistency, and local engagement supports repeat business and long-term customer loyalty.
Background
Established Year: Founded in 1996.
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Founders: Established by experienced restaurant entrepreneurs with backgrounds in foodservice operations and franchising.
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Brand Journey & History: Pizza World began as a local pizza concept and grew through a focus on consistency, quality ingredients, and efficient service. As demand increased, systems were refined to support franchising and multi-location growth.
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Ownership Structure: Operates as a franchised restaurant system supporting independent owner-operators.
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Franchise Active Units: Currently operates 11 active locations across the United States, including franchised and brand-supported units.
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Market Presence in the USA: Targets residential suburbs, college towns, and high-density delivery markets.
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Industry Category: Quick-Service / Fast-Casual Pizza Franchise.
Support Training
Pre-Launch Support
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Site selection guidance and lease review
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Store layout planning, kitchen design, and equipment specifications
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Vendor approvals and supply-chain setup
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Licensing, permitting, and pre-opening timelines
Training & Operations
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Comprehensive initial training covering food preparation, inventory control, POS systems, and labor management
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Management and staff training focused on service standards and brand culture
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Food safety, quality assurance, and operational compliance
Marketing & Ongoing Support
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Grand-opening marketing campaigns
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Local store marketing toolkits and promotional calendars
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Guidance on digital marketing and delivery platforms
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Ongoing operational reviews, menu updates, and performance support
Ideal Candidate
Business Background: Restaurant, retail, or hospitality experience is helpful but not required.
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Passion: Strong interest in foodservice, customer experience, and community engagement.
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Investment Capability: Ability to meet investment requirements and maintain sufficient working capital.
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Owner-Operator Focus: Willingness to be hands-on, especially during early operations.
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Location Preference: Urban delivery zones, college markets, and family-oriented suburbs.
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Growth Mindset: Suitable for single-unit owners and multi-unit developers.
Financial Detail
Total Investment Required: USD $250,000 – $500,000
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Minimum Investment Required: Approximately USD $250,000
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Franchise Fee: USD $25,000 – $40,000
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Infrastructure & Build-Out Cost: USD $120,000 – $250,000
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Equipment & Fixtures: USD $70,000 – $120,000
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Initial Marketing Budget: USD $10,000 – $20,000
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Working Capital: USD $30,000 – $60,000
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Royalty Fees: Typically 5% – 6% of gross sales
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Marketing / Ad Fund: Around 1% – 2% of gross sales
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Expected ROI: Dependent on location and management efficiency
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Break-Even Time: Estimated 18 – 30 months
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Potential Revenue Streams: Dine-in, takeout, online ordering, delivery, catering, and group orders