Multi-Unit Incentives
Grow Your Russo'sPizza Empire
3–5 unit Franchise Agreements
0% Percent Royalties for 6 Months until 2026
Russo’s offers growth opportunities for the U.S. Markets to franchisees who commit to three to five locations will benefit from a phased royalty structure designed to support growth.
For the first six months after each store opens, royalty fees are 0%, allowing you to reinvest in your new location.
From months seven to 18, fees will increase to 2.5%, and after 18 months, the standard royalty fee applies. This gradual approach helps franchisees maximize their success during the crucial early years.
Excludes single unit agreements.
READY TO JOIN THE FAMILY
Let’s Break Down the Numbers
in addition to a strong credit score, here are the financial requirements for ownership.
TO OPEN A SINGLE UNIT
$250,000
liquid capital
$550,000
net worth
$35,000
franchise fee
6%
royalty fee
TO OPEN 3 UNITS OR MORE
$800,000
liquid capital
$1,500,000
net worth
$85,000
development fee
0%
royalty fee for 6 mos.
The Costs to Get Started
Here’s an overview of the investment required to open a Russo’s New York Pizzeria location. For more information, see Item 7 of our Franchise Disclosure Document.
$429,425 to $1,490,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment (per store)
At a glance
Steps to Ownership
Step 1: Submit Application
Non-binding and confidential; used to evaluate preliminary qualifications and preferred areas.
Step 2: Evaluation & Approval
Sign an NDA to protect shared information; franchise awards are based on factors ensuring mutual success.
Step 3: Sign Contract & Location Search
Meet the team, finalize documents, and start site selection with full support; franchise fee due at signing.
Step 4: Turn Key Build Out
Full support from design and construction to staffing, training, and supply chain setup for your first restaurant.
Step 5: Training & Development
6 weeks at our Houston store (FOH & BOH), plus 3–4 weeks on-site to prepare your restaurant.
Step 6: Pre-Opening & Opening
Operations team supports setup, staff training, special events, and opening day.
Step 7: On-Going Support
Continuous operational and marketing support to help your restaurant grow.
Incentive Program Timelines: 1st store: within 365 days of signing the development agreement. 2nd store: within 6 months of the 1st store opening. 3rd store: within 6 months of the 2nd store opening. 4th store: within 6 months of the 3rd store opening.5th store: within 6 months of the 4th store opening.
Russo's is Expanding
Interested in owning a Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen? Explore available territories in the U.S. or internationally.
