Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc.
Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. offers training courses in the pizza industry, including site selection, real estate, and business establishment, allowing qualified trainees to become franchisees operating pizzeria restaurants under the Rosati's Pizza brand. Franchisees provide pizza and casual Italian food such as calzones, wings, pastas, sandwiches, appetizers, salads, cannolis, and zeppole’s in either Carryout/Delivery or Sports Pub formats. The business model targets consumers in the competitive $49.4 billion pizza market, competing with other pizza restaurants, independents, and national chains.
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 + greater of $350/mo or 1% national ad fund + $415/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 37 franchised sports pubs open for full 2024 calendar year, operating from 1 year, 2 months to 27 years.
* Data extracted pertains to 'Sports Pubs' for the calendar year 2024, which is one of two distinct restaurant types (the other being 'Carryout / Delivery Restaurants') for which financial performance data is provided in Item 19. The document explicitly states that this financial performance representation does not include information concerning profits that may be realized, thus profit-related fields are null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. Compares to Other Pizza Franchises
Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Pizza (ranked #2 of 10)
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Pizza
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. Current | $147K - $501K | $35K | 5.0% | 131 |
| 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 |
| BLAZE PIZZA | $667K - $1.1M | $30K | 5.0% | 254 |
| 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
+6 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchisees (2011 - 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 Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise ranges from $147,200 to $500,500. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise is $1,242,649. The median revenue is $1,056,407.
How many Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. has 131 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2022.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchises. Historical data shows 94 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. franchisees, with an average loan amount of $345,879. The historical default rate is 7.5%.
Is Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. a good franchise to buy?
Rosati's Pizza Enterprises, Inc. shows several positive indicators: established brand with 131+ 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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