FRANCHISE START UP COST
$1.34 Million AUV*
FLEXIBLE FOOTPRINT
1,500 – 4,500
SQ. FT. RANGE
GROWTH-OPPORTUNITIES
SINGLE & MULTI-UNIT
UNIT OPTIONS
MIN CASH INVESTMENT
$250K MINIMUM
STARTUP COST
The Pizza Industry is Thriving
The domestic pizza industry produces $46 billion in annual sales (9.5% of the U.S. commercial food-service market). The pizza industry is teeming with opportunity and room for innovation. Before opening a new location, we will analyze the different revenue segments of the Russo’s model for each market.
PIZZA IS ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING INDUSTRIES IN AMERICA
40%
of Americans eat pizza
at least once a week
350
slices are eaten in
the US every second
$46B
worth of pizza was eaten
by Americans in 2021
Franchise Support and
Benefits of Owning a Russo’s
Strong unit-level economics: Benefit from high margins with $1,134,000 average unit sales with a low start-up costs of $150,000.
Proven Business Model: Benefit from standardized processes, recipes, and operational guidelines, reducing the risks of starting from scratch.
Training and Support: Benefit from invaluable training and ongoing support from our experienced team, ideal for newcomers to the restaurant industry.
Marketing and Advertising Support: Benefit from marketing and advertising support within our franchise system, driving brand awareness and attracting customers to your location.
Access to Suppliers and Resources: Benefit from pre-negotiated suppliers, leading to cost savings and streamlined logistics for sourcing ingredients and resources.
Potential for Growth: Benefit from multi-unit ownership opportunities to expand your business and geographic reach as a successful franchisee.
Six Steps to Join the Russo’s Family
1
Request for Consideration Form:
Franchise candidates review Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen franchise information packet, then submit the completed confidential application to the corporate office.
2
Franchise Disclosure:
The approved candidate receives the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for review within 14 days, followed by payment of the franchise fee.
3
Discovery Day:
Pre-qualified prospective franchisees are invited to visit the corporate office.
4
Site Selection:
The Russo’s team will review site guidelines and assess if the requested location’s demographics, region, and marketplace align with our criteria.
5
Training and Development:
Your training and orientation will be conducted in Houston, Texas, covering front-of-house and back-of-house operations, processes, and procedures.
6
Grand Opening:
Our operations team will support you throughout your new store opening, assisting with delivery, kitchen setup, staff training, and ensuring a successful grand opening!
Investment Opportunity with Russo’s New York Pizzeria Franchise
Investing in a Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen franchise offers significant opportunities within the thriving pizza industry. With flexible startup costs and a range of footprint options, Russo’s supports single and multi-unit ownership, providing strong unit-level economics and high potential margins. Franchisees benefit from a proven business model, comprehensive training, marketing support, and cost savings from pre-negotiated suppliers. The detailed six-step process ensures successful site selection, training, and grand opening, making Russo’s a compelling choice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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