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.
What support should a candidate review?
Before opening, approved franchisees prepare through training, site and construction coordination, technology setup, operations planning, and launch support as described in the current Franchise Disclosure Document. Review the Russo's franchise training and support page for an overview.
Next steps
Review the current U.S. franchise investment range, explore the market and territory guides, and then request the Franchise Disclosure Document. Territory availability is subject to confirmation, qualification, disclosure, and applicable law.
A franchise inquiry starts a conversation; it does not reserve a market or create franchise rights.
Interested in owning a Russo's?
Request the franchise kit and the Franchise Disclosure Document.
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