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HAPPY JOE’S Area Director vs Squisito® Pizza and Pasta

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both HAPPY JOE’S Area Director and Squisito® Pizza and Pasta are full-service restaurants franchises. HAPPY JOE’S Area Director requires an investment of $253K – $846K while Squisito® Pizza and Pasta requires $265K – $838K. In terms of revenue, Squisito® Pizza and Pasta reports higher average unit revenue at $1.3M. FranchiseVerdict rates HAPPY JOE’S Area Director F (Bottom Quintile) and Squisito® Pizza and Pasta B (Above Average).

Investment Range
$253K – $846K
$265K – $838K
Franchise Fee
$240K
$35K
Royalty Rate
None
5.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$969K
$1.3M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
N/A
Limited data
Total Units
1
9
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2023
2010
FDD Year
2026
2024