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How Much Does a Wiseguy Pizza Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Wiseguy Pizza franchise costs between $576,200 and $824,400 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$576,200

Minimum Investment

$824,400

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

Wiseguy Pizza Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Fee Range $40,000 – $45,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $45,000

Wiseguy Pizza Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Wiseguy Pizza franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $45,000

Franchise Fee Lump sum · When sign Franchise Agreement $45,000

Real Estate $272,500 – $405,500

Leasehold Improvements $234,000 – $318,500

Rent and Security Deposit $26,000 – $55,000

Design, Architectural, and Engineering Fees $12,000 – $20,000

Real Estate Project Management $0 – $10,000

Utility Deposits $500 – $2,000

Equipment & Assets $218,200 – $301,900

Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment $193,700 – $244,400

Signage, Mural, and Menu Boards $12,000 – $25,000

Technology System $5,000 – $17,500

Initial Inventory $7,500 – $15,000

Training $8,000 – $15,000

Training Expenses $8,000 – $15,000

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $30,000

Additional Funds, 3 Months $20,000 – $30,000

Other Costs $12,500 – $27,000

Licenses and Permits $3,000 – $10,000

Grand Opening Advertising $5,000 – $7,000

Professional Fees $3,000 – $5,000

Insurance Prior to opening $1,500 – $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $576,200 – $824,400

How Does Wiseguy Pizza Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Wiseguy Pizza's minimum investment of $576,200 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$576,200

Wiseguy Pizza Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$824,400

Wiseguy Pizza Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Wiseguy Pizza?

The total startup cost for a Wiseguy Pizza franchise ranges from $576,200 to $824,400, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $272,500 to $405,500.

How much is the Wiseguy Pizza franchise fee?

The Wiseguy Pizza franchise fee is $40,000, with a range of $40,000 to $45,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Wiseguy Pizza a good investment?

Wiseguy Pizza requires a total franchise investment of $576,200 to $824,400 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 61/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Wiseguy Pizza franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Wiseguy Pizza franchise owner make?

Wiseguy Pizza's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.