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Under the Carbones Pizzeria franchise agreement, what is the franchisee permitted to sell at the restaurant?

Carbones_Pizzeria Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

s the owner of certain commercial trade names, trademarks, service marks, domain names and other commercial symbols including associated logos now or hereafter selected, used or promoted by Franchisor and licensed to Franchisee in connection with the Carbone System (as defined below) (collectively, "Names and Marks"); and

WHEREAS, Franchisor has created and developed certain skill and know-how in the sale and preparation of pizza and various other food and beverage items, including the development of unique and valuable recipes and sales procedures, business plans, standards, specifications, 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.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 30–116)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Carbones Pizzeria Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is granted the right to operate a restaurant selling pizza and other food items under the Carbone System, utilizing the franchisor's Names and Marks. The specific location of the restaurant must be approved by Carbones Pizzeria and is detailed in the Rider to the Franchise Agreement.

Carbones Pizzeria franchisees must obtain prior written approval from the franchisor before offering or selling alcoholic beverages or any beverages containing THC or cannabis. This approval is at the sole discretion of Carbones Pizzeria and may be subject to additional requirements such as completing further training and obtaining additional insurance.

Franchisees are required to use only the name "Carbone's Pizzeria" in conducting their business and must identify their restaurant as part of the Carbones Pizzeria franchise system. They are also obligated to use only the recipes supplied by Carbones Pizzeria for making pizza, sandwiches, and all other items, with any deviation from these recipes considered a breach of the Franchise Agreement.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.