DiCarlo's Pizza

Franchise Overview

DiCarlo's Pizza franchises a regional Ohio Valley-style pizza concept rooted in Italian immigrant heritage, operating storefront restaurants and smaller-footprint locations that serve a focused menu of signature pizza built on proprietary recipes and decades-old tradition.

Key Highlights

Distinctive Ohio Valley-style pizza with a preparation method loyal to its 1945 roots
Simple operations and focused menu make the model accessible for first-time franchisees
Modest investment requirements set it apart from most food-service franchise competitors
Expanding beyond its traditional base into new regional markets like Tennessee

DiCarlo's offers a rare combination of deep regional authenticity and operational simplicity, making it a compelling opportunity for operators who want to bring a genuinely storied pizza tradition to their community.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since1945

Number of Units15

Min Liquid Capital$18,500

Required Networth—

$$$Total Investment$127K – $233K

DiCarlo's Pizza Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official DiCarlo's Pizza FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

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