Pizzawala’s Restaurant is a fast-casual pizza franchise founded in 2012 in Canton, Michigan. Originally launched as “Curry on Crust,” the brand rebranded to Pizzawala’s in 2019 to reflect its unique fusion identity.

The company is currently headquartered in Westland, Michigan and began offering franchise opportunities around 2020.

The restaurant stands out by offering Indian-inspired pizzas and sides, such as butter chicken, paneer tikka, and samosa rolls, alongside traditional pizza favorites.

‍Pizzawala’s maintains quality and consistency by sourcing proprietary spice blends directly from farmers, preparing sauces in-house, and utilizing standardized spice packs across all locations.

Training

Pizzawala’s provides a structured training and support program to its franchisees to ensure successful operations. Here are the main components of the training offered by the franchisor:

1. Automated Staff Training Program: Pizzawala’s reserves the right to implement a system-wide, automated training program for new staff. This may be web-based or electronically delivered and franchisees are required to participate and bear the costs associated with it.
2. Operations Manual and Pre-Opening Guidance: Franchisees are loaned a comprehensive Operations Manual for the duration of their agreement. This manual includes standards, specifications, and processes critical for training and daily operations.
3. Architectural and Equipment Guidance: The franchisor assists in reviewing construction plans and provides a list of approved suppliers and proprietary products. This guidance ensures the restaurant meets brand standards and helps in training franchisees on setup and operational compliance.

Territory Protection

Pizzawala’s provides limited territory protection through a defined “Designated Area” outlined in the Franchise Agreement. Within this area, the franchisor agrees not to establish another franchised or company-owned restaurant.

However, the Designated Area is not exclusive and may be affected by the size and density of the surrounding market. The franchisor retains the right to open restaurants in areas outside the Designated Area, and the agreement does not grant franchisees exclusive rights across a wider region.

This means franchisees may still face competition from nearby locations if the boundaries are not extensive. Therefore, while some protection exists, it does not ensure complete exclusivity in a broader territory.