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Own a Russo’s New York Pizzeria Franchise

Authentic NY-style pizza. Proven $1.164M AUV. Flexible formats & low startup costs.
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Over 30 Years of Pizza Passion — Straight from New York

From his family's kitchen in Brooklyn to over 50 locations worldwide, Chef Anthony Russo has stayed true to one simple mission: "If it isn’t fresh, don’t serve it." With scratch-made sauces, hand-tossed dough, and time-tested family recipes, Russo’s delivers an authentic dining experience that sets us apart in a crowded market. Whether it’s dine- in, takeout, or delivery, customers come back for flavor they can’t find anywhere else — and you can be the one who brings it to them.
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Russo

Franchising since 1999

The Best Pizza Franchise Investment on the Market

Not all pizza franchises are created equal. Russo’s New York Pizzeria combines chef-driven quality, modern operations, and multi-format flexibility — giving franchisees a unique edge in a booming $211B industry.

Why Russo’s Beats the Big Chains:

$1.164M+

Average Unit Sales — With premium ingredients and customer loyalty

$425K

Lower Startup Costs

Flexible Formats

Full-service or fast casual/delivery

Real Ingredients. Real Recipes.

Handcrafted by Chef Anthony Russo family recipes

Franchisee First Culture

Training, marketing, and full operational support

Award-Winning Food

Voted best pizza across multiple cities

Russo’s Pizza Coupons

Here are the Best deals and Pizza coupons that Russo’s has to offer so you can use these coupon codes and save when you order online for delivery or pick up near you.
Disclaimer: Offers, discounts, and coupons may vary by location. Prices may differ at locations in California, Oklahoma, Florida, Arizona, South Padre, and Brownsville. Please check with your nearest location for details, as participation may vary.
February Offer Baked Ziti Toast
February Offer Baked Ziti Toast
February Offer World Pepperoni Toast
February Offer Large Cheese Large Mulberry Toast
February Offer Large Margherita Toast
February Offer Cheese Slice Combo Toast

“Russo’s offers the quality of an upscale restaurant with the efficiency of a delivery franchise. It’s the best of both worlds — and customers taste the difference.”

— Multi-unit Franchisee, TX

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Ideal Franchisee Candidates should have

Entrepreneurial Mindset

You’re driven, hands-on, and ready to grow with a proven brand.

Hospitality Experience (Preferred)

Background in restaurants, retail, or customer service is a plus — but not required.

Strong Leadership Skills

Ability to hire, train, and lead a high-performing team.

Commitment to Operational Excellence

You’re detail-oriented, systems-focused, and passionate about great guest experiences.

Financial Readiness

Minimum of $150K in liquid capital and a $550K net worth

Community-Driven

You’re excited to become a neighborhood favorite — not just a business owner.

AVAILABLE MARKETS

Flexible Concepts to Fit Your Community

Pizza

Full-Service Pizzeria

  • 1,500–3,500 sq. ft.
  • Brick oven cooking
  • Dine-in, delivery & takeout
  • Ideal for high-traffic areas, families & foodies
Delivery

Delivery/Carryout Model

  • 1,200–1,600 sq. ft.
  • Streamlined operations
  • Low overhead, high efficiency
  • Perfect for suburban & urban locations

Industry Insight:
The U.S. pizza market is booming, with annual sales exceeding $46 billion in 2024 and projected to grow steadily at around 3% per year through 2030. Consumers are increasingly seeking premium, authentic pizza experiences — especially those featuring fresh ingredients and artisanal preparation, like Russo’s NY-style brick-oven offerings. With delivery and takeout continuing to dominate, flexible franchise models that cater to diverse customer needs are well-positioned for sustained success.

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Leading the Way in Pizza Franchise Innovation

At Russo’s New York Pizzeria, innovation is baked into everything we do. From pioneering authentic brick-oven cooking techniques to leveraging cutting-edge technology for seamless online ordering and delivery, we set the standard for modern pizza franchising.

Our franchisees benefit from:

Advanced POS & Mobile Ordering Platforms that boost sales and streamline operations

Data-Driven Marketing Tools tailored for local customer engagement

Sustainability Initiatives including eco-friendly packaging and ingredient sourcing

Continuous Menu Innovation keeping us ahead of consumer trends while honoring classic New York flavors including, Halal, Gluten free, and vegan items.

Join Russo’s and be part of a forward-thinking pizza franchise that blends tradition with tomorrow’s technology.

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Digital Marketing That Drives Sales

We don’t just hand you the keys — we help you grow. Every Russo’s franchisee gets access to professionally designed digital marketing tools to launch strong and stay visible.

What’s Included:

  • Branded TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Google ad assets
  • Localized social media content tailored to your market
  • Access to high-performing email templates, promotions & seasonal campaigns
  • Guidance on influencer marketing, customer engagement & community-building
  • Ongoing support from our in-house marketing team

From day one, we’ll help you build a loyal customer base and stay top-of-mind in your local market.

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2025 Item 19 Disclaimer

AUV for Top 50% of US Franchised Restaurants $1,164,515.2

This is not an offer to sell you a franchise. An offer can only be by the prospectus in the form of a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). The FDD will be presented to you at a meeting set up at your convenience. A new franchisee’s individual financial results may differ significantly from the results stated. Figure reflects the Average Unit Volume (AUV) for the top 50% of US franchised restaurants that opened before January 1, 2024, and operated throughout the 2024 calendar year under the same ownership as published in Item 19 of our 2025 FDD. The following data involves historic performance information for franchised Restaurants that were open for 12 months or longer as of December 31, 2024, our fiscal year end. As of December 31, 2024, there were a total of 29 US-based franchised Restaurants in the system. We have excluded the results of 4 Restaurants who were new to the system and did not operate for the full 12 months as well as 5 Restaurants that did not operate continuously under same ownership for the full 12 months.  Based on the Average Unit Volume of the top 50% of our Franchised Stores for fiscal year 2024, 5 of 25 Franchised Stores in the category (20%) met or exceeded this average.

This website is for informational purposes only. Any statements or information contained herein is not intended as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a franchise. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction.

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