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Black Bear Diner vs Pizzeria Uno

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Black Bear Diner and Pizzeria Uno are full-service restaurants franchises. Black Bear Diner requires an investment of $1.5M – $2.2M while Pizzeria Uno requires $1.2M – $2.5M. In terms of revenue, Black Bear Diner reports higher average unit revenue at $2.8M. On SBA loan performance, Black Bear Diner has a lower charge-off rate (0.0%) compared to Pizzeria Uno (38.5%). FranchiseVerdict rates Black Bear Diner A (Strongest tier) and Pizzeria Uno F (Weakest tier).

Investment Range
$1.5M – $2.2M
$1.2M – $2.5M
Franchise Fee
$24K
$20K
Royalty Rate
4.5%
Greater of 5% of Gross Sales or minimum per month ($1,000 for Take-Out, $2,000 for Hotel Conversion, $4,000 for Full Service). If 4+ units, greater of 4.5% aggregate; if 8+ units, greater of 4%.
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$2.8M
$2.3M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
0.0% (29 loans)
38.5% (21 loans)
Total Units
169
53
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2002
1989
FDD Year
2026
2025