Famous Famiglia vs Figaro's Pizza Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Famous Famiglia vs Figaro's Pizza including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Famous Famiglia Franchise
Figaro's Pizza Franchise
Investment $100,750 - $530,800$86,500 - $549,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$39,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee -3%
Year Founded 19861981
Year Franchised 20021986
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Famous Famiglia Franchise
Figaro's Pizza Franchise
Experience *You have a passion for the pizza/restaurant industry *You have a natural desire to serve people *You have the ability to motivate a team of individuals *You pay attention to detail and follow through on tasks *You are a natural team player *You are a good listener and understand the value of following a proven system *You share in a similar work ethic and promote a healthy work environment *You have a business plan for your Famous Famiglia business *You have the financial wherewithal to establish your business

We welcome entrepreneurial individuals and groups that are interested in considering multi-unit development programs. We also offer territorial exclusivity to qualifying prospects.


  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Famous Famiglia Franchise
    Figaro's Pizza Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/Yes
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Famous Famiglia Franchise
    Figaro's Pizza Franchise
    Training -On-The-Job Training: 59 hours Classroom Training: 55 hours Additional Training: At headquarters & in the field
    Support -Purchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing -Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media Website development
    Operations - 61% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9 - 13

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (39% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Expansion Plans
     
    Famous Famiglia Franchise
    Figaro's Pizza Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Famous Famiglia

    In the summer of 1986 the Kolaj family, founders of Famous Famiglia, opened their first pizzeria in the vibrant and culturally rich Upper Westside of Manhattan. First year sales far exceeded projections and New Yorkers were enjoying pizza at its best. Famous Famiglia quickly became a leader in the New York pizza market. Over the next 12 years they opened many more locations throughout New York City growing the company into a successful New York pizza chain, winning contests and awards with their quality and service.

    Franchising is a very popular business model in the United States and in many countries throughout the world. It is proven that investing in a franchise reduces exposure to risk by following a proven system. While there are no guarantees in business, our franchise program has been carefully developed and executed over the years.

    Since our brand is very important to us, we decided long ago to develop a franchise system that will hopefully do two things: preserve the respected reputation of the Famous Famiglia brand and provide a business opportunity to entrepreneurs.

    Famous Famiglia is currently seeking qualified franchisees in a variety of markets. While our preference is to attract experienced food & beverage operators, experience in the industry is not a requirement. We encourage motivated individuals that have a long-term vision for entrepreneurship and own their own business to consider our program.

    We feel there are certain traits about an individual, or a group, that might make them an ideal Famous Famiglia franchisee candidate. These are some of the traits we are looking for:

    1. You have a passion for the pizza/restaurant industry
    2. You have a natural desire to serve people
    3. You have the ability to motivate a team of individuals
    4. You pay attention to detail and follow through on tasks
    5. You are a natural team player
    6. You are a good listener and understand the value of following a proven system
    7. You share in a similar work ethic and promote a healthy work environment
    8. You have a business plan for your Famous Famiglia business
    9. You have the financial wherewithal to establish your business

    We welcome entrepreneurial individuals and groups that are interested in considering multi-unit development programs. We also offer territorial exclusivity to qualifying prospects.

    About Figaro's Pizza

    Founded in 1981, Figaro's sells ready-to-eat as well as take-and-bake pizzas. Dick Bunge and partners purchased Figaro's in 1986, after seeing promise in the unique "We Bake or You Bake" concept. Franchisees may operate carry-out, dine-in or delivery store models.

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