FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Manhattan Pizza.
Based on 2021 FDD · 1 filing in corpus
This page is using 2021 FDD source data. Verify the franchisor's current FDD before relying on costs, fees, or Item 19.
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Manhattan Pizza franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $404K – $761K. Reported owner economics show $98K. Use the links below to compare the cost, revenue, SBA loan history, and ROI against other franchises before you request the full FDD.
Quick fee read: $50K franchise fee · 6.5% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Manhattan Pizza requires a total initial investment of $404K to $761K (midpoint approximately $583K), with an initial franchise fee of $50K. The ongoing fee burden is 6.5% (5.5% royalty plus 1% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 14.2%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2021 FDD, the median revenue for Manhattan Pizza locations is $1.5M. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $98K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 16.8% with a payback period of approximately 6.0 years.
The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 0.0% is well below the industry average of approximately 9.4%, indicating strong franchisee financial outcomes.
Prospective franchisees should verify all figures against the most recent FDD, conduct validation calls with multiple existing franchisees, and consult with a franchise attorney before signing any agreement.
Analysis based on 2021 FDD filing. FDDIQ Editorial Team · Methodology
Estimated using sector-average margins. Actual franchise economics vary by location, operator, and market conditions.
Industry averages based on FranchiseIQ corpus benchmarks. ▲ = better than avg, ▼ = worse.
Real lending data from SBA 7(a) loans (2025-2025). 1 loans across 1 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
Common questions buyers ask about Manhattan Pizza, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a Manhattan Pizza franchise ranges from $404K to $761K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
Manhattan Pizza charges a 5.5% royalty fee on gross sales.
The initial franchise fee for Manhattan Pizza is $49,900.
Location count data for Manhattan Pizza is available in their FDD Item 20.
The median revenue for a Manhattan Pizza franchise is $1.5M, with a cash-on-cash return of 16.8%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
Manhattan Pizza has an SBA loan default rate of 0.0% based on SBA 7(a) loan data.
Whether a Manhattan Pizza franchise is worth it depends on total startup cost, royalty burden, FDD Item 19 economics, SBA loan performance, and local operator execution. FDDIQ compares these signals against similar franchises so buyers can screen the opportunity before paying for diligence.
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