AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company vs Papa Romano's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company vs Papa Romano's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company Franchise
Papa Romano's Franchise
Investment $490,000 - $865,000$175,000 - $325,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$9,500
Royalty Fee 4%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19961970
Year Franchised 20021985
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company Franchise
Papa Romano's Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Retail experience
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    Financing Options

     
    AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company Franchise
    Papa Romano's 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/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company Franchise
    Papa Romano's Franchise
    Training -We provide you with comprehensive training. If you are purchasing a new franchise, there is no additional charge for training. There may be a fee for training if you are purchasing an existing Papa Romano's unit. Training will take place at one of our designated Metro Detroit training stores. Once your store is opened we will provide you with an onsite training instructor to help you get off to a great start.
    Support Meetings, Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Ad slicks, Regional advertisingWe provide you with ongoing support from the day of your grand opening and beyond. We strive to work with our franchisees to develop programs that will assist in their success. All of our marketing and advertising programs (television, radio, and direct mail) support our continued commitment to quality.
    Operations

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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    Expansion Plans

     
    AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company Franchise
    Papa Romano's Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About AZPCO Arizona Pizza Company

    Arizona Pizza is a full-service, casual dining restaurant and bar with a Southwestern theme. We offer eat-in and take out service. The wood-fired pizza oven is housed in a giant stone chimney and emits a tantalizing aroma, which captures the customers’ attention the minute they enter the restaurant. Our menu features gourmet and traditional wood-fired pizzas, appetizers, over-sized pasta dishes, sandwiches, wraps, salads and other items prepared using the freshest ingredients. The food is serviced in an entertaining, relaxing, fun filled atmosphere. The intimate bar is beautifully crafted and features wood and brushed copper accents. Customers seated at the bar are able to watch the cooks prepare their dinners. Kokopelli (the flute player that is a symbol of good luck) is integrated into the theme. There are individual television sets strategically placed at various tables and booths throughout the dining areas. Arizona Pizza is a fun, yet cozy environment where individuals of all lifestyles feel welcome and comfortable.

    About Papa Romano's

    In 2007 we had approximately 45 franchised Papa Romano's Units located in Michigan. Most of our units are located in the Metropolitan Detroit area. However, we also have franchised stores located in Holland and Lewiston, MI. Our organization has established standards and may well afford you financial independence. However, YOUR management skills, drive and desire are an essential ingredient to your success. At Papa Romano's, we have proven that quality speaks for itself. We offer franchises for operating a carryout, delivery and/or sit-down restaurant that offers pizza, subs, salads, chicken, pasta, breads and other Italian prepared foods.
    Research and Development
    We are always looking for new menu items to meet customer demand, more efficient production methods and state of the art equipment. As an independent businessperson you would be able to take advantage of this ongoing research and development.
    What do I do Next? GIVE US A CALL AT (248) 888-7272 and we'll be happy to mail you a Franchise Application.