(832) 849-0724Request Information
Franchise DevelopmentBook a CallRequest InformationCall (832) 849-0724

Franchise Opportunity / September 7, 2026

Explore the Russo's New York Pizzeria Franchise Opportunity

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen is a chef-founded, full-service pizza and Italian restaurant franchise. Chef Anthony Russo founded the concept in Houston in 1992, and the system has offered franchises since 1999.

The concept

New York-style pizza is paired with pasta, calzones, salads, sandwiches, Italian entrees and desserts. The model supports dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering, in restaurants of roughly 1,800 to 3,500+ square feet.

Who it is for

Russo's reviews qualified single-unit owners, multi-unit operators, area developers and international groups. U.S. candidates need $250,000 in liquid capital and $550,000 in net worth.

Next steps

Review the investment page, then request the Franchise Disclosure Document. Territory availability is subject to confirmation, qualification, disclosure and applicable law.

Published by Russo's Franchise Development, September 7, 2026.

Interested in owning a Russo's?

Request the franchise kit and the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Request information

← Back to news

More from the newsroom

Franchise Expansion

Russo's Opens in Tempe, Arizona: A New Chapter in Pizza Franchise Growth

Franchise Insights

5 Reasons to Choose Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen

Franchise Investment

How Much Does a Russo's Pizza Franchise Cost?

Your ownership conversation

Bring Russo's to your market.

Tell us how to reach you. Franchise Development will help you explore the concept, your market and the next steps toward ownership.

Prefer to talk? Call our franchise team.

Call (832) 849-0724anthony@nypizzeria.com
Storefront of a Russo's New York Pizzeria restaurant

Submitting an inquiry does not reserve a territory or guarantee franchise approval. Review the applicable franchise disclosures before making a decision.

Request franchise information

Start with your contact details. Your market is optional.

Talk through your next step

Book a 15-minute call with our franchise team.

Choose a time that works for you, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM Central. Bring your questions about markets, ownership, financing or investor visa plans.

Book a 15-minute callOr call (832) 849-0724

Prefer that we contact you? Ask about financing or ask about investor visa plans.

The booking calendar opens in Google Calendar in a new tab. Financing is subject to independent lender review. Investor visa eligibility and strategy require advice from qualified immigration counsel. No financing or visa approval is guaranteed.

Request InfoCall Us