Have you ever considered opening your own restaurant? The overall quick-service restaurant industry output is expected to rise from $305.3 billion in 2024 to $321.8 billion in 2025, according to the International Franchise Association’s 2025 Franchising Economic Outlook.
At Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, we are well-positioned for significant growth in the coming years and among the leaders in this dynamic sector. If you have ever dreamed of opening your own restaurant, now is the ideal time to choose Capriotti’s.
From financing to site selection, marketing, and more, there are a few important factors to consider as you prepare for success in the restaurant industry. Let’s dive into the promising future of franchising and what sets Capriotti’s apart.
Best Location Strategies to Maximize ROI for Your Sandwich Shop
With four decades of experience in franchising, our real estate team has gained extensive knowledge about the geographic factors contributing to our most successful locations. From demographic and population analysis to our reliable Geographic Information Systems, sales forecasting, and site evaluation, our real estate team uses the most up-to-date data and mapping tools to help you choose the right location.
High-traffic areas with excellent visibility, accessibility, and foot traffic are likely to attract higher Average Unit Volumes (AUVs). The costs for leasehold improvements typically range from $250,000 - $350,000. Our team of experts is skilled at optimizing a restaurant’s square footage to maximize our franchise partners’ investments. Additionally, revenue streams from catering, takeout, and delivery offer further opportunities to enhance profitability without requiring as much space as many other restaurant concepts.
What Are the Initial Costs to Open a Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop?
Capriotti’s franchise partners should budget between $150,000 and $210,000 for furniture, fixtures, equipment, and small wares. Additionally, interior decor costs range from $4,000 to $13,000, while architectural/engineering and project management fees range from $15,000 to $35,000. Prospective franchise partners should have the capital to fund their investment, which includes:
Initial Investment: $594,700 - $935,000
Average Cost of Opening: $650,000
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Ongoing Royalty: 6-7%
In addition to these costs, franchise partners should also budget for expenses associated with securing a lease, point-of-sale system, opening inventory, and training. *For a full breakdown of these costs, please refer to the 2025 FDD.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Provides Robust Training Programs
Capriotti's supports our franchise partners by providing robust training programs, comprehensive hiring resources, and ongoing operational support. These efforts ensure that franchise partners are well-equipped to build and maintain strong, effective teams. As the labor market stabilizes, we continue to prioritize the success of our franchise partners through staffing solutions and dedicated support.
Whether you’ve owned a restaurant before or have never owned a business before, our experienced training team will train you and your employees on all you need to know about operating your restaurants. In 2025, employment at fast-food restaurants, which accounts for 45% of the franchise workforce, is expected to top 4 million.
We encourage our franchise partners to hire employees who share our core values: passion, family, profitability, integrity, and genuineness. They should also be passionate about the food and communities they serve.
Supportive Marketing Strategies to Attract Customers to Your Sandwich Shop
Finally, you will want to create buzz around your new location. Luckily, signing on with a recognizable franchise brand like Capriotti’s means you won’t need to start from scratch. With over 175 locations in 33 states and $125,000,000+ in system-wide sales, you’ll have plenty to work with when spreading the word about opening one of our award-winning franchise restaurants.
Overall, you can expect to spend 4% - 6% of your sales on marketing when first starting out, and you can supplement these efforts with free, organic exposure through social media and word-of-mouth. But you won’t have to do it alone. Our marketing team has years of success in marketing to restaurant consumers, and they will guide you every step of the way.
Capriotti’s Commitment to Long-Term Franchise Success
There has never been a better time to break into the quick-service restaurant market and become a franchise partner with Capriotti’s. With 90% of our existing franchise partners developing and 100% of new franchise partners developing three or more units, we are the ideal choice to start your franchise journey or to expand your existing portfolio. The top quartile of Capriotti’s owners averages nearly $1.2 million in sales annually. Our commitment to quality gives Capriotti’s an edge in the sandwich category. According to the International Franchise Association, “Strengthened consumer spending, supported by rising disposable incomes and moderating inflation, will support demand for goods and services across key franchise sectors, including QSR.”
Between Capriotti’s proven model, brand recognition, and decades-long customer loyalty, you’re given a recipe for growth from the moment you sign your franchise agreement. Plus, our ongoing support in operations and marketing and our investment in the latest and greatest technology means you’ll always have a team and reliable system to support you.
Are you ready to begin your franchise journey in an industry poised for the most substantial growth in 2025? Contact our team today for a full breakdown of our FDD.
