Z Pizza Franchise

Gourmet-style pizza, pasta and sandwiches

Z Pizza was founded in 1986 and began franchising in 1999. The Newport Beach, California-based company has more than 10 units in the United States.

zpizza is a rapidly growing chain of gourmet, health conscious pizza stores operating in high-profile lifestyle centers and metropolitan retail centers. The store footprint is approximately 1,100 to 1,500 square feet. zpizza serves four day parts which include, lunch, afternoon chill, dinner and catering. The wide menu serves pizza, pizza by the slice, salads and sandwiches.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Z Pizza Franchises?

Total Cost: $186,500-$257,500
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 10 years

Contact Information for Z Pizza

Z Pizza 450 Newport Center Dr., #630 Newport Beach, CA 92660

Phone Number: (949)719-3800 Fax Number: (949)721-4053 Franchise Homepage:

Z Pizza In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Z Pizza begin operations? 1986
When did Z Pizza begin selling franchises? 1999

Year	United States	Canada	International	Corporate
2007	62	0	0	8
2005	25	0	0	8
2004	15	0	0	8
2003	9	0	0	8
2002	2	0	0	8
2001	0	0	0	0

Future Expansion

United States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost	In House Financing Available?	3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee	No	Yes
Initial Start-up Capital	No	Yes
Plant, Property, and Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	Yes
Payroll	No	Yes

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): the SBA

Training & Support

Training
Additional training available as required

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

Franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 15

Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

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Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes

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