How Much Does a Godfather's Pizza Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$711K – $1.3M
Franchise Fee
$25K
Royalty
Greater of 6.5% of net sales or $350/week for Traditional; 6.5% or $150/week for Non-traditional
Ad Fund
2.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Godfather's Pizza is $25K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a Godfather's Pizza franchise requires a total investment of $711K – $1.3M. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $90K to $200K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Godfather's Pizza franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty structure is: Greater of 6.5% of net sales or $350/week for Traditional; 6.5% or $150/week for Non-traditional. The advertising or brand fund contribution is 2.0% of gross sales.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Godfather's Pizza requires working capital of $90K – $200K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
Godfather's Pizza does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View Godfather's Pizza?
SBA Loans Issued
51
Default Rate
18.4%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Godfather's Pizza has 51 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 18.4%, which is near the franchise industry average. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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