PIE.ZAA
Food & Beverage · Pizza
Description
What is PIE.ZAA?
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- Build-your-own pizza format
- Fast-casual customization model
- Health-conscious ingredient options
- College town positioning
- Intermountain West specialty
Location Analysis
Where PIE.ZAA wins
Is your territory available?
We'll take you through a few quick questions, then PIE.ZAA confirms availability directly.
Financial Analysis
The numbers behind PIE.ZAA
Pie.Zaa presents a profile characteristic of a brand-new franchise system founded in 2025 with essentially no operating history. The $339,300 to $500,500 investment range positions this as a mid-tier fast-casual concept, with the $40,000 franchise fee reflecting standard industry positioning. However, the absence of gross revenue data and unclear unit count signal either pre-launch status or extremely limited operational validation. Investors face substantial uncertainty regarding unit economics, customer acquisition costs, and sustainable margin profiles. The fast-casual pizza segment is highly competitive and commoditized, with established players like Blaze Pizza, MOD Pizza, and Pieology having already captured significant market share in the build-your-own pizza category. Operational complexity centers on labor training for consistent execution, ingredient management for customization platforms, and kitchen workflow optimization around high-temperature ovens. Review feedback indicating crust execution issues and service variability suggests operational systems require further refinement. The scalability proposition depends entirely on unproven unit-level performance and brand differentiation in a saturated segment. Without validated revenue benchmarks, cash flow timelines, or demonstrated brand equity, this opportunity should be approached with extreme caution and treated as a startup venture rather than an established franchise system.
Financing partners
Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees
Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.
FranFund
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $339,300 to $500,500. The midpoint $419,900 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.
2026 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for PIE.ZAA's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
Connect to download Items 2, 3, 4, and 11 — direct from the franchisor.
Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a PIE.ZAA franchise typically ranges between $339,300.00 and $500,500.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.
Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) that is publicly available and that we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. For the most current and detailed information, we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.
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