Pizza Patron vs Papa Romano's Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Pizza Patron Franchise
Papa Romano's Franchise
Investment $273,550 - $419,500$175,000 - $325,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$9,500
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded 19861970
Year Franchised 19861985
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Business Experience Requirements
 
Pizza Patron Franchise
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Financing Options
 
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Papa Romano's Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
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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 Our team is here to support your needs and to help your business grow. * Site selection * Construction * Equipment * Training * Marketing and advertising * Ongoing support * Research and development -
Marketing -We 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.
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Expansion Plans
 
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Company Overviews

About Pizza Patron

A proven model. * Experience since 1986, with proven success. * Highly customizable product with universal appeal. * Corporate support from industry-tested professionals offering assistance in all facets of the business. * Professional assistance with site selection. * Fully developed designs for a wide variety of spaces and footprints. * A strategic array of business models created to fit all available real estate options. * Strong unit economics; relative low cost to open and operate create optimal position for solid returns. * Operational support with hands-on professionals to assist in training, store openings and ongoing operational needs. * National purchasing and distribution. * Focused brand development including extensive marketing, advertising and public relations support.

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.