PieZoni’s is a fast-casual dining concept known for its pizzas, salads, subs, and a wide selection of freshly prepared meals. The franchise began in 2001 in East Providence, Rhode Island, which continues to serve as the company’s headquarters.
From the start, PieZoni’s aimed to deliver better fast food by emphasizing fresh ingredients and meals made to order. This focus on quality and healthier options became the foundation of the brand’s identity.
The business moved into franchising in 2006, allowing it to grow beyond its original flagship location.
Today, PieZoni’s has evolved into a well-established regional chain offering everything from classic and specialty pizzas to calzones, wraps, salads, and even burgers. Its consistent emphasis on freshness and quality has positioned it prominently within the fast-casual pizza market.
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PieZoni’s offers a comprehensive, multi-stage training program to prepare franchisees and their teams for successful operations. The franchisor mandates completion of both classroom and on-site training, along with continued education and certification. The training programs include:
PieZoni’s provides a limited form of territory protection to its franchisees. For the first three years of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisor agrees not to establish or license another PieZoni’s restaurant within the defined territory, which is outlined in the agreement and typically based on population and geographic factors.
Most territories are described using zip codes and generally require a minimum of 15,000 marketable residential households. However, after the initial three-year period, PieZoni’s retains the right to establish or license other restaurants even within the previously protected territory.
Moreover, franchisees do not receive exclusive rights to their territories. The franchisor and its affiliates reserve the right to conduct operations, marketing, and product distribution through various channels—including the internet and other businesses—within or near the franchisee’s area, without compensation or restriction.
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