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The Numbers Speak for Themselves

Our best ingredient is you. Our new franchisees share in our passion for family and food. With a hunger for innovation and inspiration of Italian traditions, the only thing missing in our recipe book is you.

Our above average store sales outperform our national competitors. Below is a snapshot of our Item 19.

$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

#1 Pizza Delivery Franchise With Multi-unit Growth Opportunities

Our unique formula is a huge factor in having a lower-than-average labor cost. While our fresh, from-scratch recipes keep our food costs below the average as well. With over 30 years of experience, Russo’s has a long history of leadership success in the pizza industry.

Start-Up Costs

We've meticulously crafted a low-cost business strategy that ranks among the most competitive in the casual dining industry.

liquid capital requirement

$250,000

net worth requirement

$550,000

initial franchise fee

$35,000

investment range

$439,350 - $1,501,000*

*Total initial investment will vary based on design and square footage.

Start-Up Costs

We've meticulously crafted a low-cost business strategy that ranks among the most competitive in the casual dining industry.

liquid capital requirement

$250,000

net worth requirement

$550,000

initial franchise fee

$35,000

investment range

$439,350 - $1,501,000

*Total initial investment will vary based on design and square footage.

Start-Up Costs

We've meticulously crafted a low-cost business strategy that ranks among the most competitive in the casual dining industry.

liquid capital requirement

$250,000

net worth requirement

$550,000

initial franchise fee

$35,000

investment range

$439,350 - $1,501,000*

*Total initial investment will vary based on design and square footage.

Franchise Support

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.

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!

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