NYPD Pizza vs Greco Pizza Donair Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of NYPD Pizza vs Greco Pizza Donair including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
NYPD Pizza Franchise
Greco Pizza Donair Franchise
Investment $394,160 - $896,700$184,500 - $233,500
Franchise Fee $35,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19961977
Year Franchised 20041977
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $6K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
NYPD Pizza Franchise
Greco Pizza Donair Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Restaurant experience
  • -

    Financing Options

     
    NYPD Pizza Franchise
    Greco Pizza Donair Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support

     
    NYPD Pizza Franchise
    Greco Pizza Donair Franchise
    Training New management trained in corporate storesGreco's simplified menu and service concept make it easy for the new franchisee without previous restaurant experience to learn the Greco system in a short period of time. The current training program thoroughly prepares a new franchisee to operate a Greco restaurant after a four-week correspondence course. 21 days of advance training in an established Greco restaurant and on-site assistance after you open your own Greco restaurant.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 15

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Our comprehensive operational system is fully documented in our Operations Manual. The manual features our exclusive Greco control system in areas including product preparation, service, personnel, cost control, security and maintenance.

    Expansion Plans

     
    NYPD Pizza Franchise
    Greco Pizza Donair Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About NYPD Pizza

    Would you like to have your own piece of the pie? Becoming an NYPD Pizza Franchisee is the perfect opportunity! We've been winning "Best Pizza" & more in contests across the country since 1996 and would love to share our success with you! All of our pizzas are hand-tossed, made with our own unique dough, high quality cheese, and our specially spiced tomato sauce, finished with fresh toppings, and baked in our unique brick oven.

    In addition to the best pizza in the world, other menu items include appetizers, pastas, fresh salads, specialty hot hero sandwiches and a full line of mouth watering deserts.
     The NYPD Pizza Metro Unit franchise offers take-out and delivery that is geared toward those busy individuals who want to get in, get out and have a great Italian meal in minutes. The Metro Unit is approximately 1,000 square feet in. The franchise offers a lower investment and lower operating costs for those individuals who want one unit or multiples.
     The NYPD Pizza Precinct Unit franchise is a full service restaurant for those individuals that want to sit down, relax, enjoy the ambiance, and have a glass of wine or beer with an incredible Italian fare. The Precinct Unit franchise is approximately 1800 to 2600 square feet in size and can seat up to approximately 50 to 90 customers. As well in the Precinct, you may have either a full bar area or game room for an additional fee.

    Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee

    About Greco Pizza Donair

    Established in 1977, Greco has become the largest pizza delivery chain in Atlantic Canada with stores in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, Quebec and Ontario. People know the Greco name and ask for it. The familiar blue and yellow logo is widely recognized as a name that stands for quality products and fast service. 

    Pizza has one of the highest levels of consumer acceptance in the food service industry. It is healthy with ingredients from each of the four food groups. As a finger food it requires no plates, knives or forks. It is a group meal as people enjoy eating from the same pizzaGreco Pizza is proud of its pan pizza. Years of research and development have resulted in a product that is second to none. Our pizzas are made with fresh dough daily using only the finest ingredients and Greco’s exclusive delicious pizza sauce.

    Greco Donairs - because of its unique taste and texture, donairs have emerged as a major fast food item in Atlantic Canada and we are pleased to be the acknowledged leader with this exciting product. Only we have the "original Greco donair.” Our donair meat is manufactured to our specifications in our very own federally inspected meat plant, using secret recipes.

    The unique OvenSub is quickly becoming a shining star on the Greco menu. Its unique positioning in the popular sub segment makes it a perfect sales builder for Greco restaurants.

    Garlic fingers, with our exclusive donair dipping sauce are a strong menu item that has a loyal following in every Greco market.