The Original Italian Pie vs Rigatoni's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Original Italian Pie vs Rigatoni's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Rigatoni's Franchise
Investment $200,000 - $617,500N/A
Franchise Fee $25,000N/A
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19941986
Year Franchised 1995-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Original Italian Pie Franchise
Rigatoni's Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Rigatoni's Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Rigatoni's Franchise
    Training Various programs-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 30

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    The Original Italian Pie Franchise
    Rigatoni's Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About The Original Italian Pie

    The Original Italian Pie has two models for franchising. Our Full Service model is 2500-4000 square feet with a start up cost range between $328K-$617.5K Our New The Original Italian Pie 2GO model is much smaller, requiring 1400-2000 square feet and a start up cost range between $200K-$275K. Here at "The Pie" we are currently seeking qualified individuals or groups to be a part of our growing franchise community

    About Rigatoni's

    At Rigatoni’s they’re all about the pasta! But, it’s not just the pasta... it’s about the sauces too!
    Since their sauce recipes go back for at least 4 generations customers will experience their real Italian family traditions.
    In May 1996 the small suburban Castro Valley, California community was eagerly awaiting the opening of their very first Rigatoni’s Restaurant.
    It’s overwhelming popularity was quickly evident. At Rigatoni’s they specialize in pan-tossed to order pasta. They start with a half-pound of pasta in every dish and then add one of their incredible sauces. Next they top off the dish with variations such as delicious grilled chicken or authentic Italian sausage and savory oven roasted meatballs to bring out the WOW. They feature Ravioli, Lasagna, Tortellini and their mouthwatering Grilled Chicken that is marinated, grilled and topped with fresh sautéed mushrooms.