Is FOSTER'S GRILLE or Mark’s Pizzeria cheaper to open?

FOSTER'S GRILLE costs $258,800–$538,600 and Mark’s Pizzeria costs $325,545–$470,045 to open (FDD Item 7). FOSTER'S GRILLE has the lower entry cost.

Which is the better franchise, FOSTER'S GRILLE or Mark’s Pizzeria?

FranchiseVerdict grades FOSTER'S GRILLE B and Mark’s Pizzeria A, from FDD Items 5–7, 19–21 and SBA loan performance. See the full side-by-side above.

FOSTER'S GRILLE vs Mark’s Pizzeria

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both FOSTER'S GRILLE and Mark’s Pizzeria are quick-service restaurants franchises. FOSTER'S GRILLE requires an investment of $259K – $539K while Mark’s Pizzeria requires $326K – $470K. FOSTER'S GRILLE discloses average revenue of $1.0M; Mark’s Pizzeria makes no financial performance representation in its Item 19, which is voluntary under the FTC Franchise Rule. Note: Includes company-owned outlets. FranchiseVerdict rates FOSTER'S GRILLE B (Above average) and Mark’s Pizzeria A (Strongest tier).

Metric	FOSTER'S GRILLE	Mark’s Pizzeria
Verdict Grade	BAbove average	AStrongest tier
Investment Range	$259K – $539K	$326K – $470K
Franchise Fee	$40K	$20K
Royalty Rate	5.0%	4.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)	$1.0MIncl. company outlets	N/ANo Item 19 representation
SBA Charge-Off Rate	Limited data	Limited data
Total Units	12	28
Unit Growth (YoY)	+0 units	+2 units
Year Began Franchising	2005	1995
FDD Year	2025	2025