Mr. Gatti’s has been one of the most beloved names in the pizza industry since 1969. As we approach the half-century mark, we’re in the midst of a new, regional expansion effort and an amazing brand resurgence. Backed by phenomenal name recognition, Mr. Gatti’s is a hidden gem in the restaurant industry.    We’re an iconic brand with a celebrated history, committed to reaching an underserved and often overlooked market segment: America’s families.

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is a family buffet and entertainment center that sells best-in-class products, over-the-top customer service and an outstanding family experience.   With locations across the country, we are looking for new franchisees in more than 15 states. We are seeking passionate entrepreneurs who want to bring our beloved pizza and wholesome family fun to their communities.

We plan to open new locations in both new and existing markets across the Southeast and Midwest.  We are also specifically focused on redeveloping markets where Mr Gattis once thrived. Join us in our mission to bring (or to bring back!) our beloved brand to communities all across America.

Multiple Formats To Meet Your Investment Needs

Mr. Gatti’s offers a unique franchise model that will fit well in nearly any community. All of our locations are distinct in feel and footprint, but each is similar in that it offers our unforgettably delicious food served up in a family-friendly atmosphere where lifelong memories are made.

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is ideal for regional and communities with families. Our Mr. Gatti’s Pizza family buffet model does well for its owners. These restaurants soon become community hubs, where families gather for birthday parties, school groups stopover during field trips and teams celebrate the latest win. This classic model of Mr. Gatti’s Pizza boasts a 51-year history of customer loyalty. A Mr. Gatti’s Pizza suggested format is +/- 12,500 square feet and thrives in communities with average household incomes ranging from $55,000 to $80,000.

Mr. Gatti’s Franchise Information Highlights Our Family Focus, Best-In-Class Goods, Excellent Customer Service, And Legendary Reputation.

In a nation where its residents consume an average of 23 pounds — or 46 slices — of pizza per person each year*, it’s no surprise there are plenty of restaurants offering pies to hungry consumers. It’s also not surprising Mr. Gatti’s stands out because what we offer is truly unique. No other pizza chain, mom-and-pop joint or artisanal bistro can match what we offer in terms of customer experience, mouthwatering products and family gaming experience.

Moms And Dads Love Our Family-Safe Environment

Where else can Mom and Dad have a delicious, wholesome, affordable meal and enjoy a glass of wine or beer while the kids eat well and have fun? Mr. Gatti’s offers that experience, because we are committed to serving an often-overlooked market segment: families.

We provide a humble environment where families feel comfortable.  We’re not trying to be the next fancy pizza that’s on the front cover of a magazine. We just want to serve a great product and provide an excellent experience for families, so that they might be able to let off a little steam and relax. We want them to create a memory together as a family, having a great meal together.

While our competitors generally fall into one of two camps: a pizza and gaming center known for kids’ parties or a hangout where young adults or college students meet, we’re different because we happily claim that middle ground on the pizza place spectrum.

Unforgettable Flavors Are The Stuff Memories Are Made Of

No other pizza brand has the memorable flavor profile that Mr. Gatti’s fans continue to crave today. Our product is second-to-none because our pizza is made from the freshest ingredients: tomatoes fresh-packed four hours from harvest and steam-peeled; dough made fresh by hand daily and allowed to rise twice; and smoked Provolone cheese reminiscent of the flavor our customers grew up with.

Besides our pizza, our menu is full of fan favorites.  We have a ranch dressing that we’re famous for. It is so good that you literally, if you’re a ranch lover, could add a few ice cubes and a straw. That’s how tasty it is, and it’s made every single morning at each of our locations.

More Than Pizza — We Serve Up Top-Notch Customer Experience

Beyond our delicious food, we take customer experience up a notch. Our family-friendly game rooms and midway arcades offer entertainment that Mom and Dad can trust. We only allow “kid-safe” video games (no person-on-person shooting or violence) in our restaurants.

Other brands are either fun gaming centers with food added or good restaurants with a few games in the back. We excel at both.

We’re unique in that we are committed to the quality of the food and the quality of the experience for the family overall.  We really believe in the family value and that family experience, along with providing great food. We want all ages of the family to have a good time together.

Find Out If The Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Franchise Models Are Ideal For You And Your Community

Mr. Gatti’s offers a unique franchise model that will fit well in nearly any community. All of our locations are distinct in feel and footprint, but each is similar in that it offers our unforgettably delicious food served up in a family-friendly atmosphere where lifelong memories are made.

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is ideal for regional and communities with families. Our Mr. Gatti’s Pizza family buffet model does well for its owners. These restaurants soon become community hubs, where families gather for birthday parties, school groups stopover during field trips and teams celebrate the latest win. This classic model of Mr. Gatti’s Pizza boasts a 51-year history of customer loyalty. A Mr. Gatti’s Pizza suggested format is +/- 12,500 square feet and thrives in communities with average household incomes ranging from $55,000 to $80,000.

Our sweet spot as a brand, really, is at that 12,000 to 16,000 square foot unit with an arcade or game room attached.  Typically, our Mr. Gatti’s Pizza locations are hitting it out of the park.  We think Mr. Gatti’s Pizza restaurants will be a primary growth vehicle for us simply because those smaller towns have great people living there. They have the money to invest, and a Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is very cost-effective. In those markets, we’re not just another place with games and pizza. We end up being a community center. It’s a family-friendly environment, so we get a lot of credit from church groups, community groups such as Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts and school groups, too.

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza Franchise Owners Become Hometown Heroes

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza franchisees often invest for the benefit of their community. They know Mr. Gatti’s Pizza can become a local hub for community gatherings — a place to connect with friends, families and schoolmates. Smaller American towns are often overlooked by the bigger chains, but Mr. Gatti’s Pizza sees these hometowns and their heroes who franchise with us as an ideal fit for our brand.

“I think Mr. Gatti’s Pizza restaurants are the primary growth vehicle for us simply because those smaller towns have great people living there.  They have the money to invest, and a Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is very cost-effective. In those markets, we’re not just another place with games and pizza. We end up being a community center. It’s a family-friendly environment, so we get a lot of credit from church groups, community groups such as Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, and school groups, too.”

We are looking for like-minded partners who enjoy working with people, serving their communities, are entrepreneurial and want to own their own business.

Whether you’re an individual from a small town or a multi-unit operator, we want to talk with you. You can request more information by filling out the form on this page, or keep reading to find out about franchise ownership from our franchisees.