Pizza Studio franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Pizza Studio franchise fee is $25,000 to $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $215,500 to $683,500, with about $65,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Pizza Studio FDD.
What are the Pizza Studio franchise fees and investment?
The Pizza Studio franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 to $40,000 and a total initial investment of $215,500 to $683,500. 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) | $25,000 to $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $215,500 to $683,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $65,000 |
| US locations | 31 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Pizza) |
| Headquarters | Westlake Village, California |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Pizza Studio investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Pizza Studio's minimum investment of $215,500 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 793 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Pizza Studio belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Pizza Studio FDD?
Verify six parts of the Pizza Studio 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 Pizza Studio 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 Pizza Studio?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Pizza Studio:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Island Thyme | $40,000 | $215,500 to $313,250 |
| Pizzawala's | $25,000 | $215,256 to $697,911 |
| Hot Head Burrito | $16,500 to $26,000 | $215,100 to $704,850 |
| Extreme Pizza | $30,000 | $216,000 to $469,300 |
| Häagen-Dazs | $30,000 | $214,518 to $567,768 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Pizza Studio franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Pizza Studio franchise ranges from $215,500 to $683,500, including a franchise fee of $25,000 to $40,000, 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 Pizza Studio franchise?
Pizza Studio lists a minimum of about $65,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Pizza Studio locations are there?
Pizza Studio reported 31 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 Pizza Studio been franchising?
Pizza Studio started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2012.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Pizza Studio and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pizza Studio. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.