Although it technically isn’t an American dish, pizza has taken its place next to apple pie and hot dogs in the pantheon of American palate-pleasers. A recent Harris Poll surveyed 2,000 Americans and found that 21 percent said their favorite food was pizza, beating out other favorites like burgers, steaks, and tacos.* But ever since…
According to the digital resource Chamber of Commerce, a new franchise opens every 8 minutes.* In a given day, that means there are about 180 brand-new franchise locations opening their doors. Many of these openings are overseen by experienced franchise pros, but it’s just as likely that many will also reflect people taking their first…
Every industry has its share of myths, and restaurant franchising is no different. Here are some popular myths about franchising that every potential franchisee should be aware of: “You must be extremely passionate about your product.” One of the best ways to kill a passion is to make it your job day in and day…
Fast casual dining combines many of the convenience elements of fast food with the higher quality food and experience of traditional dining establishments. The concept is epitomized by giant brands and has proven to be quite attractive to consumers—to the tune of $47 billion in sales in 2016. In fact, the fast casual industry has…
Establishing a new business is tough, especially in the restaurant industry. Among other things, in order to get off the ground and make your initial investment worthwhile, you need a home-run product, engaging and distinctive branding, an accessible and visible location, and a lights-out marketing strategy. Setting all these things up requires a lot of…
If you’re considering opening a restaurant franchise, there is no shortage of options, and definitely no shortage of customers. Americans love eating their favorite franchise foods, whether it’s tacos, pizza, chicken, barbecue, or subs. But what are some of the things that make certain franchises more popular or attractive than others? There’s brand recognition, of…
Rosati’s sets itself apart from other pizza franchises by refusing to compromise on quality for the sake of growth. In fact, it’ the other way around—it’s the quality of Rosati’s food that has allowed a family of immigrant entrepreneurs to build a successful restaurant franchise that now includes more than 200 locations in 14 states….
As with any industry, the restaurant franchise business has varying trends that can be observed from year to year. Of course, the advent of a global pandemic in 2020 caused some of these trends to shift heavily. Global Franchise Magazine has identified some of the top trends to watch out for in 2021. Here are…
If you’re thinking about getting into the restaurant franchise game, you’ve certainly got a lot to think about. In addition to acquiring the capital and deciding which franchise to invest in, you need to come up with a plan to actually run the business. With more than 200 successful locations across the United States, Rosati’s…
Are you a pizza fanatic? Or maybe you prefer the term “aficionado”—however you describe it, you love pizza. But more than that, you know good pizza when you see and taste it. You know which ingredients make for the best pie, the correct ratio of sauce to cheese to toppings, and the right crust consistency….
Owning a franchise can be extremely rewarding, but the job isn’t cut out for everyone. There are special circumstances that every franchisee has to deal with, and only by understanding those circumstances can you decide if owning a franchise is right for you. Here are some important things to consider about franchise ownership: 1. You’ll…
Rosati’s Pizza is bringing more of its top-ranked Chicago taste to the Lone Star State. Rosati’s just announced its 5th franchisee in the state of Texas. The pizza and Italian food brand has more than 200 restaurants nationally and ranks among the top 500 franchises in the United States, according to Entrepreneur Magazine. The newest…
