Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise fee is $7,500 to $10,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $32,100 to $141,700, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub FDD.
What are the Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise fees and investment?
The Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise requires a franchise fee of $7,500 to $10,000 and a total initial investment of $32,100 to $141,700. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $7,500 to $10,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $32,100 to $141,700 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 2,820 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Pizza) |
| Headquarters | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Founded | 1972 |
| Franchising since | 1997 |
How does the Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub's minimum investment of $32,100 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1183 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $7,500 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub FDD?
Verify six parts of the Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Heaven | $25,000 | $29,750 to $174,000 |
| Nikko | $4,000 | $35,000 to $50,000 |
| Schakolad Chocolate | $18,000 to $30,000 | $28,600 to $144,000 |
| Fujisan | $3,750 | $28,183 to $104,055 |
| Chester's | $3,500 | $27,500 to $301,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise ranges from $32,100 to $141,700, including a franchise fee of $7,500 to $10,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub franchise?
Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub locations are there?
Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub reported 2,820 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub been franchising?
Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub started offering franchises in 1997 after the company was founded in 1972.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Noble Roman's Craft Pizza & Pub. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.