Papa Gino's Pizzeria vs Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Papa Gino's Pizzeria vs Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Company Overviews

About Papa Gino's Pizzeria

Since the first Papa Gino's opened in 1968 we've become New England region's premier Italian restaurant chain. You can get Papa's signature quality and unique flavor at over 175 Papa Gino's Pizzerias.
We feature a time-tested menu of pasta, Panini sandwiches, appetizers, salads and other authentic Italian specialties to compliment our classic and specialty pizzas. Today, we're adding something else to our offerings: exciting franchise opportunities.
Papa Gino's has a loyal and expanding customer base. Sixty percent of our guests visit three times per month. We are visited by 13 million guests annually. Papa Gino's is the official pizza of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. With a brand new inviting decor, Papa Gino's is attracting customers like never before. Papa Gino's plan to add 175 new restaurants in the next five years, offering single unit franchises throughout New England and multi-unit development in greater Orlando, FL. Expansion may be considered in other U.S. markets to qualified investors who develop a minimum of 20 units.
Papa Gino's Pizzeria assists our franchisees with identifying the best areas in your market for restaurant locations. We offer a comprehensive training program and on-site start up assistance. With your commitment and hard work, Papa Gino's will provide you with everything needed to build your business. Become a Papa Gino's franchisee and be part of our continued growth and success. Join us.

About Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

After working in the franchise and restaurant industry for 16 years Doug Stritzel, founder and owner of Pickleman’s, began his quest to realize his longtime dream of building a distinct new dining concept.
In October 2005 Doug opened the first Pickleman’s in Columbia, MO. In January 2008 the second Pickleman’s was opened. Today, Pickleman’s has 22 locations and counting, three in Columbia, MO, two in Springfield, MO, six in St Louis, MO, one in Lincoln, NE, one in Lawrence, KS, four in Kansas City, two in Omaha, NE, and one in Norman, OK.



Pickleman’s focuses above all on using the highest quality product and creating profound and unique flavor profiles people love. Offering a wide array of all natural products with the freshest ingredients gives our Toasted Sandwiches, Pizzas, Soups, Salads and Desserts a quality that sets us apart. Our Delivery and Catering services allow us to serve large groups, cater events, and provide you with our superior service at your door.
Doug has plans to expand the Pickleman’s franchise and share his passion for high quality food with the world. His goal is to establish and continue to develop his own brand and someday be successful enough to spend lots of time with two wonderful children, Jack and Audrey.