PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL
Pizzeria Uno Corporation offers franchises for operating casual theme restaurants under the Pizzeria Uno® brand, including full-service restaurants, hotel restaurant conversions, and take-out/delivery-only locations featuring Chicago-style deep dish and thin crust pizzas, along with sandwiches, salads, pasta, appetizers, desserts, and beverages (beer/wine or full bar where permitted). The business system emphasizes uniform standards, proprietary recipes, distinctive decor, and operational procedures to ensure quality and brand consistency. They target the general public in a highly competitive restaurant industry with national, regional, and local competitors.
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 + 1% business co-op (up to 2%) + $933-$1,450/mo software fees
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 29 Full-Service Domestic Franchised Uno Restaurants open for the Entire 52 Week Period ended October 1, 2024
* Sales data for franchised units was directly extracted from the 'Statement of Average Sales for all 29 Full-Service Domestic Franchised Uno Restaurants'. No specific average revenue for top or bottom quartiles was provided, only the highest and lowest individual sales volumes and counts of units above/below the overall average. It was explicitly stated that expense data is not available for franchised Full Service Uno Restaurants, precluding profit estimations.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL Compares to Other Casual Dining Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL Current | $1.2M - $2.5M | $40K | 5.0% | 29 |
| IHOP & INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES | $1.8M - $4.5M | $69K | N/A | 1,703 |
| BUFFALO WILD WINGS | $2.5M - $4.9M | $25K | 5.0% | 538 |
| GOLDEN CORRAL STEAKS, BUFFET & BAKERY | $2.1M - $8.5M | $50K | 4.0% | 352 |
| GOLDEN CORRAL | $2.2M - $8.7M | $50K | 4.0% | 348 |
| ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE (THE) | $483K - $1.7M | $60K | 2.0% | 146 |
Casual Dining Average 43 franchises | $1.6M - $3.6M | $44K | 4.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 43 Casual Dining 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
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchisees (2017 - 2022)
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 PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise?
The total initial investment to open a PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise ranges from $1,202,000 to $2,483,500. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise is $2,287,198. The median revenue is $2,080,525.
How many PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL has 29 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1989.
Can you get an SBA loan for a PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchises. Historical data shows 3 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL franchisees, with an average loan amount of $229,133. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL a good franchise to buy?
PIZZERIA UNO & GRILL shows several positive indicators: 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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