BLAZE PIZZA
Blaze Pizza is a fast-casual restaurant franchise offering build-your-own artisan-style pizzas fast-fired in open-hearth ovens, along with related food and drink items, served via an assembly-line format. The business model primarily involves area development agreements for qualified franchisees to open multiple restaurants in designated areas, with single-unit franchises offered in certain situations, targeting high-traffic locations like retail strip malls, urban areas, shopping centers, and entertainment venues. It serves the general public with carryout, eat-in, and online ordering options in a highly competitive restaurant market.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
5% royalty + 2% Creative Fund + $60/mo training software + up to $200/mo technology + $38/mo reputation management + $126/mo loyalty platform fees.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 238 franchised Restaurants open for the entire 2024 calendar year, consisting of 227 traditional locations and 11 mall storefront locations.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue for 238 franchised units (227 traditional, 11 mall storefront). Weighted average for Top Third and Bottom Third gross sales were used as proxies for top and bottom quartiles respectively, as per the available data segmentation. No profit or expense data was provided for franchised restaurants.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How BLAZE PIZZA Compares to Other Pizza Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Pizza franchises
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Pizza
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Pizza
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLAZE PIZZA Current | $667K - $1.1M | $30K | 5.0% | 254 |
| PIZZA HUT (NON-TRADITIONAL) | $51K - $304K | $10K | 10.0% | 1,332 |
| PAPA MURPHY'S | $367K - $733K | $25K | 5.0% | 1,001 |
| BLAZE PIZZA | $597K - $1.1M | $30K | 5.0% | 283 |
| Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. | $147K - $501K | $35K | 5.0% | 131 |
| TOPPERS PIZZA | $510K - $690K | $30K | 5.5% | 55 |
Pizza Average 10 franchises | $409K - $940K | $29K | 5.7% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 10 Pizza franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+25 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for BLAZE PIZZA franchisees (2014 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a BLAZE PIZZA franchise?
The total initial investment to open a BLAZE PIZZA franchise ranges from $666,900 to $1,143,000. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a BLAZE PIZZA franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a BLAZE PIZZA franchise is $1,285,924.54.
How many BLAZE PIZZA franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, BLAZE PIZZA has 254 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2012.
Can you get an SBA loan for a BLAZE PIZZA franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for BLAZE PIZZA franchises. Historical data shows 44 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for BLAZE PIZZA franchisees, with an average loan amount of $690,355. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is BLAZE PIZZA a good franchise to buy?
BLAZE PIZZA shows several positive indicators: established brand with 254+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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