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Hot Box Pizza Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

A Hot Box Pizza franchise costs $223K – $395K in total initial investment, with an initial franchise fee of $35K, across 15 locations. See the full Hot Box Pizza fees, royalty, and Franchise Disclosure Document below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 2008· 18 yrs15 unitsgethotboxpizza.com
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Total Investment

$223K – $395K

Franchise Fee

$35K

Unit Count

15

Year Founded

2008

Overview

Why Hot Box Pizza?

Hot Box Pizza is a food & beverage brand with over 18 years of operating history and 15 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
$223K – $395K
Initial franchise fee
$35K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2024202220212020201820172016

Latest FDD on file: 2024. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

5 franchisees of Hot Box Pizza

0 multi-unit operators5 units operated by franchisees

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Hot Box Pizza franchise FAQ

Is Hot Box Pizza a franchise?

Yes. Hot Box Pizza is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Hot Box Pizza location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $223K – $395K. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How much does it cost to open a Hot Box Pizza franchise?

Total initial investment to open a Hot Box Pizza franchise ranges from $223K – $395K according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.

What is the Hot Box Pizza franchise fee?

The Hot Box Pizza initial franchise fee is $35K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Hot Box Pizza franchise locations are there?

Hot Box Pizza operates 15 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Hot Box Pizza founded?

Hot Box Pizza was founded in 2008, giving the brand 18 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Hot Box Pizza franchise profitable?

Hot Box Pizza unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Hot Box Pizza FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Hot Box Pizza franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Hot Box Pizza Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Hot Box Pizza FDD?

The current Hot Box Pizza FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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