Who is The After Midnight Group LLC, and what is their relationship with Antioch Pizza Shop?

According to Antioch Pizza Shop's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, The After Midnight Group LLC has a licensing relationship with Antioch Pizza Shop. In 2024, Antioch Pizza Shop granted The After Midnight Group LLC an oral license to prepare and sell Antioch Pizza Shop branded pizzas in their restaurants operating under the name "Cowboy Jack's." As of the date of the Franchise Disclosure Document, some Cowboy Jack's restaurants in Minnesota are offering Antioch Pizza Shop branded pizza. The two parties intend to enter into a written license agreement to formalize this arrangement.

This arrangement means that Antioch Pizza Shop is expanding its brand reach through a partnership with an existing restaurant chain. For a prospective franchisee, this could indicate a growing brand with increasing market presence. However, it's important to note that the license was initially oral, which carries some risk until formalized in writing. Franchisees should inquire about the terms of the written license agreement and how it might affect their own operations and brand image.

It is also important for potential franchisees to understand the scope of the agreement between Antioch Pizza Shop and The After Midnight Group LLC. Understanding the specific locations, quality control measures, and marketing strategies employed by Cowboy Jack's restaurants selling Antioch Pizza Shop pizza will be crucial. This information will help franchisees assess the potential impact of this partnership on their own franchise's performance and brand perception.