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Buy a Blaze Pizza Franchise

Blaze Pizza is a fast-casual, build-your-own pizza franchise founded in 2011 by Rick and Elise Wetzel in Pasadena, California. Known for its artisanal, customizable pizzas cooked in a high-temperature open-flame oven in about three minutes, Blaze offers fresh, natural ingredients with eco-friendly packaging. The brand operates over 340 locations across 38 states and six countries, rapidly expanding since franchising began in 2012. Blaze Pizza’s assembly-line service model, similar to Chipotle, appeals to customers seeking quick, personalized meals at an affordable price. The company plans continued growth, supported by celebrity investor LeBron James, enhancing its national visibility.

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Why buy a Blaze Pizza Franchise?

Investing in Blaze Pizza offers entry into a proven, scalable, and rapidly growing fast-casual franchise with a strong brand, innovative menu, and extensive corporate backing. Franchisees gain access to comprehensive training, marketing resources, protected territories, and a loyal customer base, making it a compelling opportunity in the competitive pizza market.

Blaze Pizza Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2011

    • Franchising Since

      2012

    • New Startup Cost

      $666,900 – $1,143,000

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $30,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      50%

      of then-current Initial Franchise Fee

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

      of Gross Revenue

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      265

    • New Units Opened *

      6

    • Units Transferred *

      29

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $1,281,665

    * Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

Blaze Pizza – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Blaze provides comprehensive training including 10 hours of classroom and 75 hours of on-the-job training, plus ongoing support such as marketing, site selection, lease negotiation, proprietary software, and field operations assistance. Franchisees benefit from co-op advertising, national media campaigns, social media, SEO, and a franchisee intranet platform.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Blaze Pizza is recognized as a leader in the fast-casual pizza segment, praised for innovation, quality, and rapid expansion. It consistently ranks highly in franchise industry analyses and enjoys strong brand loyalty.

  3. Industry / Market

    The fast-casual pizza market is growing steadily, driven by consumer demand for customizable, quick-service dining options. Blaze’s fresh ingredient focus and efficient service model position it well within the $30+ billion U.S. pizza industry.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal franchisee is a hands-on entrepreneur with strong business skills and a passion for customer service. Prior restaurant experience is beneficial but not required due to robust training and support. Owners should be committed to active management and community engagement.

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