What is the Franchisee's business when operating under the Carbones Pizzeria name?
Carbones_Pizzeria Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
fications, methods, processes, techniques, and sourcing, all of which may be changed from time to time by Franchisor (collectively, the "Carbone System") but specifically excluding any employee policies or procedures that Franchisor may make available to Franchisee for its optional use during the term of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Franchisee wishes, upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, to be assisted and trained by Franchisor to engage in the business of operating a restaurant selling pizza and other items under the Names and Marks (the "Franchise"), all in accordance with the Carbone System, it being understood that Franchisee recognizes the importance to Franchisor and to the public of maintaining the distinctive standards, qualities and attributes of a Carbone's Pizza Restaurant, and Franchisee is willing to maintain such standards, qualities and attributes.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recited facts and the mutual agreements and covenants contained in this Agreement, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged by each party, the parties agree as follows:
1. Grant of Franchise.
- a. Franchisor grants Franchisee a Franchise to use the Carbone System to develop and operate a restaurant selling pizza and other food items under the Names and Marks during the term of this Agreement.
- b. The location of the restaurant to be operated under this Agreement is set forth on the Rider (the "Restaurant") to this Agreement, and such address shall not be changed without the prior written approval of Franchisor.
2. Term and Renewal.
- a. The initial term of this Agreement shall be for a period of ten (10) years, commencing on the date of this Agreement, unless sooner terminated as provided in this Agreement.
- b. Franchisee may, at its option, renew the Franchise granted by this Agreement for one period of ten (10) years provided Franchisee: (i) is not in violation of any of the terms of this Agreement; (ii) executes the then-current form of franchise agreement used by Franchisor at that time in connection with the sale of Franchises; (iii) pays a renewal fee of One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500) (the "Renewal Fee") at the time it provides its notice of renewal as discussed below; (iv) updates its Restaurant to meet all of Franchisor's then-current requirements; and (v) provides Franchisor with written notice of its intent to renew the Franchise not less than one hundred eighty (180) days and not more than three hundred sixty-five (365) days prior to the expiration of the initial ten (10) year term.
- c. Franchisee shall not be obligated to pay the franchise fee described in Section 5(a) of this Agreement in the event of any such renewal, but shall pay the Renewal Fee.
3. Territory.
- a. During the term of this Agreement, and provided that Franchisee is not in default under this Agreement, Franchisor will not grant to anyone else a Franchise to operate, and will not itself operate, a restaurant operating under the Carbone's Pizza or Carbone's Pizzeria name, the physical premises of which are located within the area described on the Rider to this Agreement (the "Franchisee Territory").
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 30–116)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Carbones Pizzeria Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee operates a restaurant selling pizza and other food and beverage items. The franchisee must operate the restaurant under the "Carbone's Pizzeria" name and identify it as part of the Carbone's franchise system. The franchisee is granted the right to use the Carbone System, which includes the methods, processes, and techniques developed by Carbones Pizzeria for the sale and preparation of these items. The franchisee is expected to maintain the standards, qualities, and attributes associated with the Carbone's Pizza Restaurant brand.
The franchisee's operation must adhere to the Carbone System, including maintaining sufficient supplies and staff to operate efficiently. The restaurant's hours of operation are determined by Carbones Pizzeria, subject to local laws and lease limitations. The franchisee must also ensure that employees wear designated uniforms, maintain a neat appearance, and provide courteous service. Only approved containers and garnishments can be used.
Before offering or selling alcoholic beverages or beverages containing THC or cannabis, the franchisee must obtain prior written approval from Carbones Pizzeria, which may require additional training and insurance. The franchisee is responsible for complying with all applicable laws and Carbones Pizzeria's standards when selling approved items. The franchisee is also obligated to pay an advertising fee of 1% of monthly gross sales, although this fee is not applied to gross sales exceeding $2,000,000 in any calendar year.