About Papa Saverio's Franchise
Papa Saverio's is an Italian restaurant and pizza franchise operated by Vive Bene Enterprises, Inc.
The brand serves a menu of pizza, pasta, and other Italian American favorites, providing a neighborhood dining experience built around quality food and welcoming service.
The franchise fee ranges from $17,500 to $35,000.
Papa Saverio's Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$149K
Average Investment
$304K
Maximum Investment
$459K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $17,500 to $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 0% to 5% of Gross Sales or a flat amount we determine. Currently Fund is not in | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $148,700 – $459,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $149K–$459K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (0% to 5% of Gross Sales or a flat amount we determine. Currently Fund is not in ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (1) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training (2) | $2,500 | $10,500 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Insurance Premiums (3) | $1,700 | $3,000 |
| Professional Fees (4) | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Lease, Utility and Security Deposits | $1,000 | $7,500 |
| Initial Rent (6) | $3,000 | $15,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (7) | $25,000 | $150,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (8) | $60,000 | $150,000 |
| Signage (9) | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits (10) | $1,500 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $15,000 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if you fail to furnish reports or records or if the audit reveals y |
| Additional Training | $250 |
| Interest | 2% per month. |
| Late Fee | $100 |
| Telephone Service Cost | Reimburse our costs of maintaining telephone service at the Franchised Business, |
| Relocation Fee | 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee for a non-discounted first franchi |
| Non-Approval Restaurant Opening | $500 |
| Evaluation of Suppliers | $250 |
| Management Fee | $250 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $500 |
| Remodeling, modernizing, redecorating Premises | $20,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training (2) | $2,500 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Insurance Premiums (3) | $1,700 |
| Professional Fees (4) | $3,000 |
| Initial Inventory (5) | $5,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom, 1 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 1 hours |
| Training Location | Chicago, Illinois area |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | protected |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you have substantially complied with the Franchise Agreement, you can renew for one additional 10-year term. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Papa Saverio's Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Papa Saverio'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.
Papa Saverio'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.
Papa Saverio's Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPapa Saverio's 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.
Papa Saverio's System Growth
Total Units
14
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
0
Papa Saverio's currently operates 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 14 | ||
| 2022 | 15 | ||
| 2022 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 15 | ||
| 2023 | 14 | ||
| 2023 | 0 | ||
| 2023 | 14 |
Papa Saverio's Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Papa Saverio's franchise ranges from $148,700 to $459,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $17,500 to $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Papa Saverio's charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 0% to 5% of Gross Sales or
a flat amount we
determine. Currently Fund
is not in contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Papa Saverio'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 Papa Saverio's to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Papa Saverio'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.
Papa Saverio's has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $148,700-$459,000, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an 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 $17,500 to $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $148,700 to $459,000 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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