About IT Italian Trattoria Franchise
IT Italian Trattoria is a fast casual restaurant franchise featuring authentic, fresh Italian dishes.
Franchisees operate a restaurant serving Italian food including pasta, traditional Italian cuisine, beer, wine, and in some cases full liquor, to the general public.
The restaurant targets a broad consumer base seeking high-quality, authentic Italian dining in a fast casual setting.
IT Italian Trattoria Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.5M
Average Investment
$1.9M
Maximum Investment
$2.2M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $100,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None disclosed | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,527,000 – $2,197,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.5M–$2.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (None disclosed) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $20,000 | $25,000 |
| Real Estate/Rent | $0 | $0 |
| Lease and Utility Deposits and Fees | $100,000 | $300,000 |
| Construction Costs/Leasehold Improvements | $900,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $300,000 | $400,000 |
| Insurance | $12,000 | $15,000 |
| Grand Opening | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Computer and POS System | $10,000 | $12,000 |
| Professional Fees | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Training | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Marketing & Advertising | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Additional Working Capital | $50,000 | $75,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | $40,000 |
| Special Assistance | Between $150 to $200 per hour, per person, plus travel and other out of pocket expenses |
| Site Relocation Fee | Cost to approve relocation, not to exceed $10,000 |
| Re-Inspection Fee | $500 per visit plus travel and living expense |
| Premature Termination Fee | Average of monthly royalty fees paid during previous 12 months multiplied by number of months remaining, up to 36 months |
| Testing Fee | Reasonable costs, up to $500 |
| Late Charge | $100 plus interest at 18% per annum |
| Attorney's Fees | Reasonable attorney's fees and costs |
| Lost Manual Fee | $200 for each lost manual |
| Liquidated Damages for Sale of Unauthorized Products | $1,000 per day first 7 days, $3,000 per day after first 7 days, $5,000 per day thereafter |
| Re-Training Fee | $500 per trainee per day plus travel and living expenses |
| Offering Fee | $5,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 4-5 weeks classroom at corporate offices plus up to 4 weeks on-site at franchisee location |
| Classroom Training | 200 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 50 hours |
| Training Location | Miami, Florida |
| Additional Training | May offer additional mandatory, optional, refresher, advanced or other training programs or seminars. Up to 4 weeks of on-site training at franchisee location during opening. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Determined on a case-by-case basis |
| Description | Franchisor will not open or franchise another IT Italian Trattoria restaurant within the Protected Territory as defined in Article 19 and Schedule 1.3 of the Franchise Agreement. However, franchisee will not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other channels of distribution. Affiliates may sell competing products through other channels within the Protected Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $40,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing; give written notice of renewal; sign new franchise agreement which may contain materially different terms; pay renewal fee; renew lease if applicable; refurbish if necessary; sign release |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of then current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Notice required; new franchisee must qualify; transfer and other fees must be paid; purchase agreement approved; training arranged and fees paid by new franchisee; release signed; current agreement signed by new franchisee; transferee must renovate as necessary |
| Termination for Cause | Non-payment of fees (15 days to cure); failure to comply with any default not listed in Article 12.2 or 12.3 (30 days to cure); failure to comply with mandatory specification, standard or operating procedure (30 days to cure). Non-curable defaults include insolvency, bankruptcy, abandonment, felony conviction, unauthorized use of Marks, danger to public health or safety. |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business for three years within the United States after franchise is terminated or expires. No involvement in competing business during the term of the franchise. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Full-time on premises supervision by franchisee or General Manager required. Any individual who directly supervises the Franchised Business must be approved by the franchisor and must have successfully completed the training program. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase all food and beverage ingredients, machines and back-of-house equipment from designated suppliers. Restaurant equipment, furniture, POS system, signage, marketing materials, uniforms, packaging, and inventory must be purchased from franchisor-designated or approved sources. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 20%-40% of initial investment must come from franchisor-designated suppliers. Estimated 75%-85% of ongoing purchases from designated/approved suppliers. Must purchase POS system (Toast) and merchant processing services from designated supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenues from required purchases or leases by franchisees in 2024. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer direct or indirect financing. May refer franchisees to commercial lending institutions or equipment finance companies. |
IT Italian Trattoria Franchise Earnings — Item 19
IT Italian Trattoria 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.
IT Italian Trattoria 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.
IT Italian Trattoria Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordIT Italian Trattoria 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.
IT Italian Trattoria System Growth
Total Units
4
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
4
IT Italian Trattoria currently operates 0 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, FL, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, ND, NY, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
IT Italian Trattoria Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a IT Italian Trattoria franchise ranges from $1,527,000 to $2,197,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $100,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
IT Italian Trattoria charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a None disclosed contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the IT Italian Trattoria 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 IT Italian Trattoria to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
IT Italian Trattoria 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.
IT Italian Trattoria has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,527,000-$2,197,000, a 10% of Gross Revenues 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 $100,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,527,000 to $2,197,000 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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