Papa John's Franchise

Pizza

At Papa John's we have a simple formula for success: Focus on one thing and try to do it better than anyone else. By keeping the Papa John's menu simple, we are able to focus on the quality of our product by using only superior-quality ingredients. Our commitment to quality can be seen in all of our ingredients, from our fresh (never frozen) water-purified traditional dough, to our vine-ripened fresh-packed tomato sauce (which goes from the vine to the can in an average of six hours), to our cheese made with 100% mozzarella and many other premium ingredients. Click on the links at the top of the page to find out more about our Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.

Please Note: The operators of Papa John's, may not have verified the accuracy of the franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Papa John's website.

Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a Papa John's franchise?

Total Investment: $250,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $20,000
Royalty Fee: 4%
Advertising Fee:

How to contact Papa John's

Papa John's International Inc.
P.O. Box 99900
Louisville, KY
40299

Phone: (502)261-7272

Website: Visit Website

Papa John's News

Papa John Agrees Multiple Franchise Deals For Canada
Papa John's, a US based causal restaurant chain, has signed franchise agreements to open 57 outlets throughout Canada. The company has agreed a deal with PJ Atlantic Franchising Ltd, who will open 20 outlets in the Atlantic Provinces. Additionally in separate deals MJ Taylor Holding Company will... more

Papa John's Seeks 'Papa's Favorite Fan'
Papa John's is searching for "Papa's Favorite Fan" by inviting fans to register to receive the ultimate football bowl game experience during the 2007 Papajohns.com Bowl on Dec. 22 in Birmingham, Ala. Customers can register on the Papa John's Web site for a chance to be a spec... more

Papa John's Franchisee Bought Out By Private Equity Firm
The Halifax Group of Washington led a management buyout of P.J. United, the largest franchisee of Papa John's pizza chain, the private equity firm announced Tuesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Halifax's deals are usually around $100 million. Halifax, P.J. United founder Douglas... more

Papa John's Brings Back Italian Meats Trio Pizza
Papa John's International Inc. is bring back its Italian Meats Trio specialty pizza for a limited time. The Italian Meats Trio features Italian salami, Italian ham and Italian sausage, topped with a blend of Parmesan and Romano cheese and Italian herbs. Papa John's is offering a lar... more

Papa John's, Schnatters Give U Of L Stadium $10m
The timetable for expanding Papa John's Cardinal Stadium remains up in the air. But the project's financing got a major boost yesterday from the facility's title sponsor. Papa John's Inc., its founder John Schnatter and wife, Annette, gave the University of Louisville $10 million ... more
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Franchise History

When did the first Papa John's open? 1985
When did Papa John's start franchising? 1986

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate

2003 2018 5 346 585

2002 2000 7 328 597

2001 1928 9 85 636

2000 1902 9 60 641

1999 1536 0 17 523

Expansion Plans

United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming,

International: Asia, Canada, Eastern Europe,

Financing Options

Expense In-House Third Party

Franchise Fee No No

Startup Costs No No

Equipment No No

Inventory No No

Accounts Receivable No No

Payroll No No

Listing Tags

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