Franchise Spotlight - Freshslice Pizza

0% Royalties. Under 1000 Square Feet. A Different Kind of QSR.

This week, I’m spotlighting Freshslice Pizza, a brand I met with in Seattle.  I don't usually suggest food brands to my clients, but this one is different.  It's shaking up the QSR space, offering a zero royalty model that makes me want to give it a serious look.

Freshslice has been refining its model for 27 years, with more than 200 locations in Canada. It recently began expanding into the US, and is looking to become "the Starbucks of Pizza."

What makes the model different?

• Compact stores, typically around 1,000 SF
• A strong focus on takeout and delivery
• Pizza by the slice and whole pizzas with unlimited toppings at one price
• 0% royalties
• 0% brand advertising fees
• No markups on ingredients
• Centralized proprietary dough production

The economics are anchored in the dough manufacturing and distribution system rather than traditional royalty and advertising fees.

Freshslice’s FDD projects average annual sales just under $1 million per unit and lists an average net profit of 24%. As always, individual results vary, and candidates should review the FDD carefully with qualified advisors.

For the right operator, this is designed to be a scalable model for wealth creation, including multi-unit territory options through development rights.

Freshslice may be worth exploring for a hands-on business builder who values operational structure, efficiency, and long-term growth.

Have you always wanted to own a restaurant? Let’s talk if you’d like to determine whether this model aligns with your goals.