About Marvin Mozzeroni's Franchise
Marvin Mozzeroni's is a casual Italian restaurant franchise that has been franchising since 2010.
The brand serves a menu of Italian American favorites including pasta, pizza, calzones, subs, and salads in a fun, family friendly atmosphere.
The restaurants are known for their generous portions, approachable prices, and energetic dining rooms.
Marvin Mozzeroni's Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$131K
Average Investment
$202K
Maximum Investment
$272K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Four Percent (4%) of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Three Percent (3%) of Gross Sales (Advertising Fund Fee), Greater of $2,000 or Two Percent (2%) of Gross Sales for each calendar quarter (Local Advertising Fund Fee) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $131,200 – $272,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $131K–$272K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Four Percent (4%) of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Three Percent (3%) of Gross Sales (Advertising Fund Fee), Greater of $2,000 or Two Percent (2%) of Gross Sales for each calendar quarter (Local Advertising Fund Fee)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Real Estate Rent – 1ST Month | $2,100 | $9,800 |
| Security Deposit(s) | $2,100 | $9,800 |
| Real Estate site Improvements | $2,000 | $20,000 |
| Furnishings, Fixtures, and Decorating | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Signage | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Training | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Equipment and supplies acquired locally | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| Initial Inventory, supplies, packaging, uniforms and corporate identity materials | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Initial inventory of products for resale | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| SBA fees and other financing costs | $0 | $10,000 |
| Additional Operating funds – 3 months | $25,000 | $70,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $7,000 |
| Insurance | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Grand Marketing Opening Expense | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Audit Fee | Will vary with circumstances. Payable only if our audit shows an understatement of at least 1% of Gross Sales. |
| Advertising Deficiency | Amount of Local Advertising Deficiency |
| Payments for supplies or inventory | Varies depending upon need |
| Late Payment Fees | Up to the highest rate permitted by law but no more than 26.82% per annum plus $100 per occurrence |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Late Report Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Training Fees for additional employees, managers and general managers | Reasonable Training Fee and expenses |
| Optional on-going training for self or other employees | Reasonable Training Fee and expenses |
| Annual Conference or Conferences (if any) | Cost of the conferences |
| Additional Training due to Failure to Maintain Standards | Will vary depending on the circumstances |
| Counseling and Advisory Services | Will vary depending on the circumstances |
| Indemnification and Defense | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Replacement of Operations Manual(s) | $1,000.00 plus shipping costs |
| Payments for supplies, inventory or product purchases | Will vary under the circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | At least two weeks |
| Classroom Training | 14 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 66 hours |
| Training Location | Rochester, New York headquarters or another designated facility |
| Additional Training | Periodic advanced and refresher training programs may be offered, and personnel may be required to attend. Fees may be charged for these additional programs. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | A radius of three (3) miles around the Franchised Business. |
| Description | The territory will be negotiated and specifically described in the Franchise Agreement, with a minimum radius of three miles. Factors like population, traffic flow, presence of businesses, competitors, demographics, and market conditions are considered. The franchisor agrees not to open company-owned locations or authorize others to do so within the franchisee's territory as long as the franchisee is compliant. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | Two 5-year renewal periods |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice 12 months prior to term end; bring location to current image/standards; no default under agreements; satisfied all monetary obligations; right to possession of location for renewal term; paid all amounts owed; sign current franchise agreement; deliver release of franchisor; complete required retraining; pay required fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must be a newly organized corporation (if applicable) with restricted business scope; all monetary obligations to franchisor/affiliates/suppliers satisfied; franchisee/transferor execute general release; transferee assumes obligations; criminal record statements for principals; no default by franchisee; transferee meets managerial/business/moral character/credit/aptitude/financial standards; personal meeting with selection committee; transferee executes current franchise agreement and personal guarantee; obtain landlord consent; comply with bulk sales. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee fails to enter lease within 6 months, fails to open business, fails to complete training satisfactorily, or fails to satisfy any condition within 30 days. Immediate termination without cure opportunity for criminal offense, disclosure of trade secrets, winding up/dissolution, execution/seizure of assets, bulk sale attempt, lease termination due to default, insolvency/bankruptcy, abandonment of business, unauthorized transfer, false books/statements, deceptive practices, termination of other franchise agreements, understatement of Gross Sales by >1%, late reports (3+ occasions), health/safety hazard, 3+ default notices in 24 months, non-payment within 5 days. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term and any renewal period, and for a continuous, uninterrupted period of three (3) years after expiration or termination. |
| Non-Compete Details | Franchisee and guarantors will not, directly or indirectly, divert business, employ franchisor/franchisee employees, or own/maintain/engage in/be employed by/advise/assist/invest in/franchise/make loans to/provide financial assistance to/have interest in any similar or competing business within a radius of thirty (30) miles of the Location or any other franchised business operated under the System. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee (or an equity holder with at least 10% interest if a business entity) or a designated employee-manager must devote their entire time, labor, skill, efforts, and attention to the honest, diligent, and faithful operation of the Franchised Business and provide direct, on-premises supervision. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase all products, supplies, services, equipment, furnishings, merchandise, employee uniforms, goods, fixtures, inventory, food and beverage products, packaging, and other items from approved suppliers. Over 90% of total purchases and leases must be from an approved supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor or an affiliated company may be the only recommended vendor for supplies, including turnkey services and opening inventory. Franchisor and/or an affiliate may profit from franchisee purchases by selling items at a markup or receiving rebates/commissions from suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $64,555.00 (59% of total gross revenue) in fiscal year 2022. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee any notes, leases, or other obligations. The franchisor reserves the right to offer or assist with financing in the future. |
Marvin Mozzeroni's Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Marvin Mozzeroni's 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.
Marvin Mozzeroni's 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.
Marvin Mozzeroni's Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Marvin Mozzeroni's System Growth
Total Units
5
Franchised
5
Company-Owned
0
Marvin Mozzeroni's currently operates 5 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| 2022 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 3
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$110K
Net Income
$55K
Total Assets
$355K
Audited by Amidon & Villeneuve, CPA's P.C. for year ending December 31.
Marvin Mozzeroni's Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Marvin Mozzeroni's franchise ranges from $131,200 to $272,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Marvin Mozzeroni's charges a royalty fee of Four Percent (4%) of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Three Percent (3%) of Gross Sales (Advertising Fund Fee), Greater of $2,000 or Two Percent (2%) of Gross Sales for each calendar quarter (Local Advertising Fund Fee) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Marvin Mozzeroni's 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 Marvin Mozzeroni's to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Marvin Mozzeroni's 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.
Marvin Mozzeroni's has been franchising since 2010. The FDD shows an investment range of $131,200-$272,100, a Four Percent (4%) of Gross Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $35,000.00 and the total investment ranges from $131,200 to $272,100 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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