Mountain Mike's Pizza Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Number of franchisees

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257
+
17%
17%
Investment required

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$418,000 - $799,000
Revenue (AUV)

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$1,024,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
n.a.
+
xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Initial franchise fee

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$30,000
Royalty fees

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5.00%
+
3.00%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro
Franchisees

?

257
+
17%
17%
Investment required

?

$418,000 - $799,000
Franchise fee

?

$30,000
Royalty fees

?

5.00%
+
3.00%
Revenue (AUV)

?

$1,024,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
n.a.
+
xx%
-xx%
n.a.
Operating Profit

?

n.a.

Pro

Mountain Mike's Pizza: Crafting Quality Pizzas Since 1978

Established in 1978 in Palo Alto, California, Mountain Mike's Pizza has grown into a beloved family-style restaurant chain renowned for its legendary crispy, curly pepperoni and generously sized "Mountain-sized" pizzas. With its headquarters now in Newport Beach, California, the company has expanded to over 290 locations across the Western United States.

Mountain Mike's began franchising in 1981, offering entrepreneurs the opportunity to join a brand committed to quality ingredients and community engagement. The menu features a variety of specialty pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers, catering to diverse customer preferences.

What distinguishes Mountain Mike's from competitors is its dedication to providing a family-friendly dining experience that fosters community connections. The restaurants often serve as gathering spots for families, sports teams, and community events, emphasizing a welcoming atmosphere. This focus on community, combined with high-quality menu offerings, has solidified Mountain Mike's reputation as a trusted and cherished pizza destination.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $15,000 – $30,000
Leasehold Improvements $130,000 – $366,000
Architectural and Engineering Fees $12,500 – $16,500
Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment $160,000 – $213,000
Signage $8,500 – $17,000
POS/Electronic Information System $10,800 – $15,500
Three Month’s Rent $6,750 – $33,000
Opening Inventory, Uniforms, and Supplies $20,000 – $29,000
Marketing Fee $4,000
Décor Package $9,000 – $12,000
Training Expenses (for all attendees) $1,300 – $4,000
Professional Fees $0 – $5,500
Miscellaneous Opening Costs $20,000 – $29,000
Additional Funds – 3 months $20,000 – $24,000
Total (excluding real estate purchase costs) $418,000 – $799,000

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Training

Mountain Mike's Pizza Franchise provides an extensive training program for franchise owners and high-level management. This program includes up to five weeks of comprehensive instruction, covering both online courses and hands-on experience at an operating Mountain Mike's Pizza restaurant.

The training encompasses essential aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring that franchisees are well-prepared to manage their establishments effectively.

Additionally, all restaurant management personnel receive up to 10 days of further training at the restaurant to reinforce their skills and knowledge. This thorough training approach equips franchisees and their teams with the necessary expertise to deliver quality service and maintain the brand's standards.

Territory Protection

Mountain Mike's Pizza Franchise offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees, ensuring that no other franchisee-operated Mountain Mike's Pizza restaurant will be established within a specified area around their location.

This territorial protection is designed to minimize internal competition and support the success of each franchisee's business.

The exact boundaries of the protected territory are determined during the franchise agreement process, taking into account factors such as market demographics and geographic considerations. This strategic approach allows Mountain Mike's Pizza to expand its brand presence while maintaining a supportive environment for individual franchise owners.

Competitors

Franchise
Units
Growth
Initial fee
Investment
Revenue
Gross Profit
Operating Profit
Industry

257

+
17%
17%
No growth
New

$30,000

$418,000

-

$799,000

n.a.

$1,024,000

Pro

n.a.

Pro

n.a.

Pro

Food & Beverage

Number of units

2023
Franchised units

220

242

257

Company-owned units

0

0

0

Total units

220

242

257

Competitors

Paulie Gee's

Investment required
$255,000
-
$734,000
Number of franchises
5
+
25%
25%

Mellow Mushroom

Investment required
$1,688,000
-
$4,832,000
Number of franchises
161
+
-2%
-2%

Singas Famous Pizza

Investment required
$257,000
-
$792,000
Number of franchises
24
+
50%
50%

Pizza Guys

Investment required
$146,000
-
$428,000
Number of franchises
75
+
19%
19%

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