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![]() | Papa's Pizza To-Go |

Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$138,950 to $386,800Number of Units
103In Business Since
1988* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document

Overview
Be your own Boss Today!
Now is your opportunity to be part of one of the most thriving restaurants in small town USA. With over two decades of success, Papa's Pizza To-Go operates approximately 70 locations throughout the southeast. Focusing on small communities, we have developed a niche in the industry that allows each store to truly become part of the community, ultimately influencing repeat business. "The way we make it makes the difference!" Using the finest ingredients our products offer a flavor that keeps customers coming back for more. To satisfy all tastes, we offer a diverse menu with all products made fresh to order.
To accommodate each locations demographics and business market, Papa's Pizza To-Go offers three store concepts.
Now is your opportunity to be part of one of the most thriving restaurants in small town USA. With over two decades of success, Papa's Pizza To-Go operates approximately 70 locations throughout the southeast. Focusing on small communities, we have developed a niche in the industry that allows each store to truly become part of the community, ultimately influencing repeat business. "The way we make it makes the difference!" Using the finest ingredients our products offer a flavor that keeps customers coming back for more. To satisfy all tastes, we offer a diverse menu with all products made fresh to order.
To accommodate each locations demographics and business market, Papa's Pizza To-Go offers three store concepts.
- Buy one get one free- offering customers two pizzas for the price of one
- Single store- offering one pizza, available in 12" or 16"
- Buffet-all you can eat, all day, every day buffet
Products & Services

Ken's retail experience began in TX where his family ran a grocery business. Ken continued to serve the retail industry for fifteen years before starting his ownership of a bakery and three restaurants in Georgia and Tennessee. Richard focused his career as an owner and manufacturer of signs and modular barbecue units.
Today, there are approximately 70 Papa's Pizza To-Go restaurants operating in eight Southeastern states. With over two decades of success, Papa's Pizza To-Go remains committed to serving customers an expanded menu with quality products to satisfy all appetites at a reasonable price.
Papa's Pizza To-Go Success Highlights
- July 1996 featured in "Pizza Today" magazine
- 1996 ranked #36 in Pizza Today's Hot 100 Franchises
- 1997 ranked #25 in the Atlanta Business Chronicle's list of Top 25 Atlanta-Based Franchises
- 1998 featured in The Atlanta Journal Constitution
- 2001 ranked #147 in the Franchisee Satisfaction Ranking for Success Magazine's Franchise Gold, 2001
Training & Support

Extensive
training is required for all franchisees. Owners or managers must
successfully complete 5 days of hands-on-training at a designated
corporate location, as well as one day of training a the corporate
office. Papa's Pizza To-Go will staff your restaurant with four
corporate trainers during opening week. Each Papa's Pizza To-Go
restaurant receives a comprehensive operations manual. Annual and
regional meetings update franchisees on the latest strategies.
Restaurants also receive regularly scheduled visits from the corporate
office.
Building goodwill and brand recognition is an essential ongoing objective for all of our operators. To accomplish this, the corporate office provides an extensive marketing program that includes a monthly local coupon program for stores to participate in. This full color visual piece is distributed directly to local markets and redemption rates are exceptional. Other promotional materials are available at the corporate office.
Building goodwill and brand recognition is an essential ongoing objective for all of our operators. To accomplish this, the corporate office provides an extensive marketing program that includes a monthly local coupon program for stores to participate in. This full color visual piece is distributed directly to local markets and redemption rates are exceptional. Other promotional materials are available at the corporate office.
Why Papa's Pizza To-Go?

Papa's Pizza To-Go does not offer financing directly, but we will assist you with arranging third party financing. Usually, financing can be attained with 30% (cash or collateral) of the total start up costs.
Franchise setup support services
Our professionals will work with you to:
Assist in the negotiation of a lease or purchase of propertyDesign custom store plans for decor, signage and equipment placementObtain all permits required to begin projectProvide team members to assist in constructionGuide you to the appropriate subcontractors for construction through a bid process
Coordinate the acquisition of all equipment
Papa's Restaurant Supply, Inc. offers equipment savings
Are You a Good Fit for Papa's Pizza To-Go?
On average,
starting a Papa's Pizza To-Go ranges from $138,950 to $386,800. Many
factors, including location and whether a dining area or buffet will be
incorporated into the floor plan, affect this amount.
$9,500. This fee can be reduced for multiple locations. $12,500 for the buffet stores.
$9,500. This fee can be reduced for multiple locations. $12,500 for the buffet stores.