Own a Piece of St. Louis Tradition
Join the Imos Pizza family and bring authentic St. Louis thin-crust pizza to your community. Six decades of heritage, a proven business model, and a brand customers love.
Franchise Benefits
Partnering with Imos Pizza means joining a legacy brand with built-in customer loyalty, comprehensive support, and a unique product that sets you apart.
Iconic Brand Recognition
Six decades of brand equity in St. Louis and growing nationally. Customers already know and love the Imos name before you open your doors.
Comprehensive Training
Receive thorough initial training at our St. Louis headquarters, covering operations, food preparation, customer service, and business management.
Ongoing Support
Dedicated franchise business consultants, field support visits, and a 24/7 operations hotline ensure you always have help when you need it.
National Marketing
Benefit from national advertising campaigns, social media management, digital marketing support, and professionally designed local marketing materials.
Exclusive Recipes
Access to our legendary Provel cheese blend and signature thin-crust recipes — a truly unique product that competitors simply cannot replicate.
Proven Business Model
Join a franchise system refined over 60 years with detailed operational systems, supplier relationships, and technology platforms already in place.
Investment Requirements
Becoming an Imos Pizza franchisee is a significant investment in your future. Here is a transparent breakdown of the costs involved in opening your own location.
Important Note: The figures below represent estimated ranges. Your actual investment may vary based on location, market conditions, size of the restaurant, and local construction costs. A detailed Item 7 disclosure is provided in our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
| Investment Item | Description | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | One-time brand licensing fee | $25,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | Build-out and construction | $80,000 – $180,000 |
| Equipment & Fixtures | Kitchen, POS, furniture | $60,000 – $120,000 |
| Signage & Branding | Interior & exterior signage | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Opening Inventory | Initial food and supplies | $10,000 – $20,000 |
| Working Capital | 3 months operating expenses | $30,000 – $60,000 |
| Training Expenses | Travel, lodging, materials | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Total Estimated Investment | Full setup to opening | $218,000 – $435,000 |
Ongoing royalty fee: 5% of gross sales. Marketing contribution: 2% of gross sales.
The Franchise Process
From your first inquiry to opening day, we guide you every step of the way. Here is what the journey to becoming an Imos franchisee looks like.
Inquiry
Submit your initial application and express your interest in franchising.
Discovery
Receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document with our team.
Interview
Meet with our franchise development team at our St. Louis headquarters.
Agreement
Sign the franchise agreement and secure your territory and location.
Training
Complete our comprehensive 4-week training program at HQ and in-store.
Grand Open
Open your doors with full support from our team on opening day and beyond.
Hear From Our Owners
Real voices from the Imos Pizza franchise family across the country.
"Joining Imos was the best business decision I ever made. The support system is incredible and the brand practically sells itself. My location was profitable within the first year."
"The training program is second to none. I had zero restaurant experience but the Imos team walked me through everything. Now I run two locations and looking at a third."
"What sets Imos apart is the product. There is nothing else like Provel cheese thin-crust pizza. Customers keep coming back, and word of mouth is our biggest driver of new business."
Franchise Inquiry
Ready to take the first step? Fill out the form below and a member of our franchise development team will be in touch within 2 business days.
Your Path to Ownership
- Receive a confirmation email with your application reference number within 24 hours.
- A franchise development specialist will call you within 2 business days for an initial conversation.
- Receive your complimentary Franchise Information Pack including the full FDD summary.
- Schedule your discovery day visit to our St. Louis headquarters to meet the team.
- Move forward with territory selection and franchise agreement at your own pace.
Submit Your Application
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