About Paulie Gee's Franchise
Paulie Gee's is a pizza restaurant franchise offering proprietary recipes, toppings, cheese, and sauces served in a casual atmosphere with design elements and décor focused on the local community.
Franchisees operate one of two restaurant formats: a Full-Service Restaurant featuring artisanal brick oven pizza, traditional pizza, and by-the-slice pizza with table service and alcohol; or a Slice Shop Restaurant offering traditional pizza and pizza by-the-slice for takeout, delivery, catering, and casual on-premises dining.
Target customers include local residents and visitors seeking high-quality artisan pizza in a community-oriented setting.
Paulie Gee's Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$256K
Average Investment
$495K
Maximum Investment
$735K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Development Fund, not currently assessed) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $255,500 – $735,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $256K–$735K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Development Fund, not currently assessed)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements, Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (Full-Service) | $250,000 | $500,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements, Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (Slice Shop) | $150,000 | $520,000 |
| Lease Deposits – 3 Months | $12,000 | $36,000 |
| Signage | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Insurance Deposits – 3 Months | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $40,000 | $80,000 |
| Total (Full-Service Restaurant) | $355,500 | $715,000 |
| Total (Slice Shop Restaurant) | $255,500 | $735,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Not currently implemented, may be up to $500 per month |
| Audit Fee | Actual costs incurred by franchisor |
| Local Marketing | 2% of Gross Sales (minimum quarterly spend) |
| Local/Regional Advertising Cooperative | Up to 2% of Gross Sales (if established) |
| Royalty Payment Late Charge | Lesser of 5% per month or $50 |
| Royalty Reporting Charge | $50 per occurrence |
| Financial Reporting Late Charge | $100 per occurrence |
| Interest Charges | Lesser of 18% per annum or maximum legal rate |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Up to $1,500 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | $300 per person per day |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | $300 per day per trainer plus expenses |
| NSF/Failed EFT Fee | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Actual costs |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 3 weeks (106.5 total hours) |
| Classroom Training | 15.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 91 hours |
| Training Location | Brooklyn, New York |
| Additional Training | Supplemental on-site training available at $300 per trainer per day plus expenses. System-Wide Training Program may be established (up to 5 days per calendar year). Annual conference attendance may be required. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 5 mile radius for rural communities; 2 mile radius for urban areas |
| Description | Franchisor designates a Protected Area around the approved restaurant site. Franchisor will not establish or grant rights for another Paulie Gee's Restaurant within the Protected Area while franchisee is in compliance. However, franchisee does not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, alternative distribution channels, and competitive brands controlled by franchisor. Franchisor retains rights to operate in Captive Markets within the Protected Area and to use alternative distribution channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 1 additional 10-year term |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in compliance with franchise agreement, provide 180 days prior written notice, sign then current form of franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms), sign general release, pay renewal fee, remodel and upgrade restaurant to current standards, maintain legal right to occupy premises through renewal term, complete additional training if required. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Requires franchisor's prior written consent. Must provide 30 days prior written notice, no defaults, all monetary obligations current, transferee must meet franchisor qualifications, transferee and owners must personally guarantee, franchisee must sign general release, transferee must complete training, franchisor must waive right of first refusal, transfer fee must be paid. |
| Termination for Cause | 10 days to cure payment defaults; 30 days to cure operational defaults including failure to comply with standards, develop/open restaurant, maintain insurance, or comply with laws. Non-curable defaults include 3 or more curable defaults, intentional refusal to comply, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, conviction of felony. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | No involvement, ownership, or interest in any competing business within the protected territory, a 25-mile radius of the protected territory, and a 10-mile radius of the protected territory of any other Paulie Gee's Restaurant. Must also comply with confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Owner (or managing shareholder/partner) must personally participate in day-to-day management and operations as their primary occupation, and must be on-site at the restaurant for a minimum of 25 hours per week during business hours when the restaurant is serving customers. |
| Required Suppliers | System Supplies must be purchased from franchisor, affiliates, or designated suppliers. Signage, branded items, credit card processing, and POS systems from designated suppliers. Furniture and fixtures must meet franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 4% of total purchases for establishing the business and 40-45% of ongoing operating expenses must come from franchisor-specified sources. Franchisor may designate itself or affiliates as exclusive suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, franchisor did not earn any revenue, rebates, or other material consideration from approved suppliers based on franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee any note, lease, or other obligation. |
Paulie Gee's Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Paulie Gee'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.
Paulie Gee'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.
Paulie Gee's Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPaulie Gee'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.
Paulie Gee's System Growth
Total Units
6
Franchised
4
Company-Owned
2
Paulie Gee's currently operates 4 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Paulie Gee's Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Paulie Gee's franchise ranges from $255,500 to $735,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Paulie Gee's charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Development Fund, not currently assessed) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Paulie Gee'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 Paulie Gee's to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Paulie Gee'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.
Paulie Gee's has been franchising since 2013. The FDD shows an investment range of $255,500-$735,000, a 6% of Gross Sales 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 $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $255,500 to $735,000 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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