About Captain Tony's Pizza Franchise
Captain Tony's Pizza & Pasta Emporium is a pizza restaurant concept offering full-service dine-in and/or take-out and delivery service.
Franchisees operate restaurants that sell pizza in four sizes, prepared with mozzarella cheese and a choice of 24 toppings, along with related limited menu items such as pasta dishes, calzones, and sandwiches.
Day-to-day, franchisees manage food preparation using the franchisor's proprietary pre-packaged pizza sauce and dough spice mixes, staff and train employees, operate a delivery system, and serve the general public within a defined but non-exclusive market area.
Captain Tony's Pizza Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$196K
Average Investment
$291K
Maximum Investment
$386K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 - $20,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4.5% of Gross Revenues (3% under Multi-Unit Development Agreement) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Revenues local advertising expenditure (monthly) plus 2% (increasable to 3%) Marketing Fee | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $195,550 – $386,300 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $196K–$386K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4.5% of Gross Revenues (3% under Multi-Unit Development Agreement)) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Revenues local advertising expenditure (monthly) plus 2% (increasable to 3%) Marketing Fee) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Equipment | $115,000 | $170,000 |
| Inventory | $4,500 | $5,000 |
| Rent | $2,250 | $6,000 |
| Improvements & Fixtures | $20,000 | $100,000 |
| Training Expenses & Accommodation Costs | $2,750 | $2,750 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Required Permits | $450 | $450 |
| Uniforms | $600 | $600 |
| Advertising (3 months) | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Wages | $2,500 | $5,500 |
| Signs | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $195,550 | $386,300 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 (Franchise Agreement) / $5,000 (Multi-Unit Development Agreement) |
| Additional Assistance Fee | $200/day plus reasonable travel and accommodation expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 21 days at designated training center |
| Classroom Training | None (training is integrated; no separate classroom sessions) |
| On-the-Job Training | Approximately 168 hours of field training |
| Training Location | 385 N. Winton Road, Rochester, New York |
| Additional Training | Only one training session provided per franchisee regardless of number of units owned; additional on-site advisory assistance available for $200/day plus travel and accommodation expenses |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | No exclusive territory granted. Franchisor may sell additional franchises or open company-owned restaurants within franchisee's area at any time and may solicit orders through other channels of distribution (internet, telemarketing, etc.) within the territory |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 20 years |
| Renewal Term | Two consecutive 5-year renewal terms |
| Renewal Fee | No additional initial franchise fee; must pay then-current royalty, advertising and other fees |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in compliance with the agreement, complete required remodeling 30 days before expiration, give written notice 90-180 days before expiration, and sign the franchisor's then-current Franchise Agreement |
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 (Franchise Agreement transfer) / $5,000 (Multi-Unit Development Agreement transfer) |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval required (not unreasonably withheld); franchisor has 10-business-day right of first refusal; transferee must qualify, complete training, and sign a general release/new agreement |
| Termination for Cause | Non-payment of fees (10-day cure), breach of agreement terms (10-day cure), false reporting (non-curable), ceasing business operations (non-curable), bankruptcy/insolvency not dismissed within 60 days, 3 or more violations within 12 consecutive months, felony conviction (non-curable), health/safety code violations (7-day cure) |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or transfer |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business involving pizza, chicken wings, or pasta within a 5-mile radius of the franchise location during the franchise term and for 2 years after termination, expiration, or transfer |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Personal supervision by the franchisee is recommended but not required; franchisee may hire a manager who has successfully completed the franchisor's training program to directly supervise the business |
| Required Suppliers | Pre-packaged pizza sauce spice mix and pizza dough mix must be purchased from Captain Tony's or its designated distributor |
| Supply Restrictions | $1,000 fee per occurrence for failure to purchase and use required pizza sauce/dough spice mixes; all other supplies/equipment may be purchased from approved vendors |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Captain Tony's gross revenues for its most recent fiscal year were $28,995 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Item 10 discloses that neither Captain Tony's nor any agent or affiliate offers direct or indirect financing, guarantees notes/leases, or receives payments for placing financing (though the Franchise Agreement contains a provision permitting the franchisor to finance 25%-75% of the initial franchise fee at its discretion) |
Captain Tony's Pizza Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Captain Tony's Pizza does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Captain Tony's Pizza does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Captain Tony's Pizza Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCaptain Tony's Pizza has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Captain Tony's Pizza System Growth
Total Units
6
Franchised
5
Company-Owned
1
Captain Tony's Pizza currently operates 5 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2025 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Transfers: 4 | Closures: 1
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$29K
Net Income
$27K
Total Assets
$70K
Audited by Toni Tripi, CPA for year ending December 31.
Captain Tony's Pizza Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Captain Tony's Pizza franchise ranges from $195,550 to $386,300, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000 - $20,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Captain Tony's Pizza charges a royalty fee of 4.5% of Gross Revenues (3% under Multi-Unit Development Agreement) of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Revenues local advertising expenditure (monthly) plus 2% (increasable to 3%) Marketing Fee contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Captain Tony's Pizza Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Captain Tony's Pizza to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Captain Tony's Pizza does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Captain Tony's Pizza has been franchising since 1985. The FDD shows an investment range of $195,550-$386,300, a 4.5% of Gross Revenues (3% under Multi-Unit Development Agreement) royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 - $20,000 and the total investment ranges from $195,550 to $386,300 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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