WHERE WE’RE GROWING WITHIN US
Russo’s is on the Rise
Renowned for our famous New York-style Pizza and classic Italian-American recipes, Russo’s New York Pizzeria and Italian Kitchen is beloved across Texas and beyond. With active development in Arizona and plans for expansion in international markets, there are numerous territories available from Florida to California and beyond.
With nearly 60 restaurants, we’re dedicated to strategic expansion, targeting areas in the United States where our brand is already recognized. Our goal is to open 100 new locations by 2026. Join us on our journey of growth and culinary excellence!
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Benefits to 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 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.
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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!
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