About Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria Franchise
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria is a fast food restaurant franchise specializing in traditional and gourmet pizza and limited additional menu items including sandwiches, salads, and calzones.
Franchisees operate retail stores devoted primarily to carryout and delivery of pizza and other food products under the Pizza World brand.
The target customers are consumers seeking quality pizza delivery and carryout in their local area, competing with national chains like Domino's, Pizza Hut, Papa John's, and Little Caesar's as well as local pizza operations.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$117K
Average Investment
$191K
Maximum Investment
$266K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $14,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 2.75% of Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Net Sales (Marketing Fund Fee, if established) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $116,700 – $265,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $117K–$266K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (2.75% of Net Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Net Sales (Marketing Fund Fee, if established)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $14,500 | $14,500 |
| Professional Fees | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Construction/Leasehold Improvements | $25,000 | $75,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $40,000 | $93,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| Signage | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Rent/Security Deposit | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Other Deposits, Insurance Premium and Licenses | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Training Expenses | $2,000 | $6,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $27,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 per Store |
| Renewal Fee | $3,000 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit (if understatement greater than 1%) |
| Late Charges and Collection Costs | Greater of 18% per annum or maximum rate permitted by law |
| Management Fee | Compensation, travel and living expenses of appointed manager plus reasonable per diem |
| Cooperative Contributions | Up to 2% of Net Sales |
| Liquidated Damages | $200 per day for unauthorized products/services |
| Lost Manuals | $100 |
| Additional Training and Assistance | No fee; costs and expenses borne by Franchisee |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Varies |
| Indemnification | Varies |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 weeks (1 week for C-Store Franchise) |
| Classroom Training | Approximately 24 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | Approximately 56 hours |
| Training Location | Granite City, Illinois and/or Branson, Missouri |
| Additional Training | May require additional training and instruction at franchisor's principal offices, a Pizza World Store, or at franchisee's Store. Opening team of at least 1 employee arrives 2 days before opening and stays at least 3 days after. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected (with exceptions for Non-Traditional Locations) |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Typically 1.5 to 2 mile radius around the Store |
| Description | Protected territory around Store location where franchisor will not locate or license another Pizza World Store, except at Non-Traditional Locations (mall food courts, travel plazas, convenience stores, airports, hospitals, universities, arenas, kiosks, movie theaters, government/military facilities). Territory may be larger in rural areas or smaller in densely populated areas. C-Store franchisees have no protected territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years (5 years for C-Store Franchise) |
| Renewal Term | 10 years (5 years for C-Store Franchise) |
| Renewal Fee | $3,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice at least 6 months prior to end of term, full compliance with agreement, all payments current, secure approved location and remodel to current standards, sign then-current franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms), execute general release |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | No default, transferee meets qualifications and completes training, all amounts paid, sign then-current franchise agreement, execute release, franchisor has right of first refusal to match offer |
| Termination for Cause | 30 days to cure most defaults; 10 days for monetary defaults; no cure period for bad acts, fraud, bankruptcy, repeated breaches, material misrepresentation, trademark violation, threat to public safety, ceasing operations |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No contact with suppliers for any Competitive Business for 2 years, must not employ any employee of franchisor, affiliates or franchisees for 2 years, no interest in competing business for 2 years within 10 miles of the Store or any other Pizza World Store |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee not required to participate personally in direct operation, but must designate a Principal Operator who devotes full time and best efforts to supervision and operation of the Store. Principal Operator must complete initial training and all additional training. One or more competent managers approved by franchisor must also be present during all business hours. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase all products, services, supplies, equipment and materials from designated or approved suppliers meeting franchisor specifications |
| Supply Restrictions | 70-80% of total purchases for establishment and 50-60% of overall operating purchases must come from approved suppliers. Secret Recipe items must be purchased from approved suppliers with confidentiality agreements. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Affiliate Wortham Development, Inc. received rebates from suppliers including Westrock Container ($13,040), Pepsico ($10,704), Hormel ($8,546.36), Leprino ($8,100), LaNova ($5,413.05), General Mills ($2,715.50), Food Service Specialties ($1,791), and Tyson Foods ($429) in fiscal year ending December 31, 2021 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither the franchisor nor any agent or affiliate offers direct or indirect financing, guarantees notes, leases or obligations. |
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria 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.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria 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.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPizza World Gourmet Pizzeria 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.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria System Growth
Total Units
9
Franchised
9
Company-Owned
0
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria currently operates 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$130K
Net Income
$9K
Total Assets
$148K
Audited by Dennis Rose & Associates, P.C. for year ending December 31.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria franchise ranges from $116,700 to $265,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $14,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria charges a royalty fee of 2.75% of Net Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Net Sales (Marketing Fund Fee, if established) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria 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 Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria 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.
Pizza World Gourmet Pizzeria has been franchising since 2003. The FDD shows an investment range of $116,700-$265,700, a 2.75% of Net 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 $14,500 and the total investment ranges from $116,700 to $265,700 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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