

There are more than 75,700 pizza restaurant businesses operating in the United States, generating an estimated $49.5 billion in annual sales. The pizza restaurant industry employs more than 573,000 people nationwide in 2025, making it one of the largest segments of the U.S. restaurant industry. Pizza continues to rank among America's most popular restaurant foods, with consumers spending more than $43 billion annually in the quick-service pizza segment alone.
National pizza restaurants for sale are something many buyers explore because of the category's proven track record and broad customer appeal. Pizza is one of the few restaurant segments that performs well across dine-in, takeout, delivery, catering, and third-party delivery platforms. Whether buyers are seeking an established franchise location or an independent neighborhood pizzeria, opportunities exist at every investment level.
It's no wonder those buying a business flock to pizza restaurants for sale offered by Restaurant Brokers. Pizza restaurants are a cornerstone of the restaurant industry, serving millions of customers every day. Strong brand recognition, repeat business, and relatively simple operations compared to many full-service concepts make pizza restaurants a popular choice for both first-time and experienced restaurant owners. Major brands including Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Little Caesars, and Papa Johns continue to generate billions in annual sales across thousands of locations nationwide.
The pizza industry continues to benefit from consumer demand for convenience, value, and family-friendly dining. Combined with recurring customer traffic, strong delivery sales, and more than 75,000 pizza restaurants operating across the country, these factors make pizza restaurants an attractive investment opportunity for restaurant buyers nationwide.
Resources for Buying Pizza Restaurants for Sale
Buying a Pizza Restaurant for Sale is a team sport and you may need all kinds of help. Our Certified Restaurant Broker© team has plenty of resources and aid for you. Here’s a starting point for the most common requests:

If you are buying a restaurant with SBA lending, make sure you are ready to go with this checklist of items the bank will need. Some will come from you and others will be submitted by the seller.




Buying a restaurant can be a journey filled with risk and reward. Frequently however, misinformation abounds as would-be owners seek out resources and begin viewing restaurant for sale opportunities.




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Frequently Asked Questions: Pizza Restaurants for Sale
What is the average price of a pizza restaurant for sale? Independent pizza restaurants typically list between $50,000 and $500,000. Established franchise locations often range from $250,000 to more than $1 million depending on sales volume, brand, and location.
Can I buy a pizza restaurant with an SBA loan? Yes. Many pizza restaurant acquisitions qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. We Sell Restaurants can connect buyers with experienced restaurant lenders.
How long does it take to sell a pizza restaurant? Most sales close within 3 to 9 months. Clean financials, favorable lease terms, and qualified buyers help transactions move faster.
What is my pizza restaurant worth? Valuations are typically 1.5 to 3x Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), adjusted for sales trends, location, lease terms, equipment condition, and brand recognition.
How do I sell my pizza restaurant? Start with a free valuation from a Certified Restaurant Broker. We handle confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiations, and transaction management.
What licenses do I need to take over a pizza restaurant? Generally a food service establishment permit, Certified Food Protection Manager certification, sales tax registration, Certificate of Occupancy, and any applicable local permits. Additional licenses may be required if alcohol is served.
Do I need a broker to buy or sell a pizza restaurant? Not legally, but a Certified Restaurant Broker helps maintain confidentiality, qualifies buyers, manages due diligence, and guides the transaction from listing to closing.
Is We Sell Restaurants a franchise? Yes, We Sell Restaurants is itself a franchise opportunity, not just a service provider to restaurant franchises. Franchisees become Certified Restaurant Brokers™ through our structured onboarding process, then use We Sell Restaurants' proprietary BOSS (Broker's Operations and Sales System) platform and Restaurant For Sale marketplace to help entrepreneurs buy, sell and lease hospitality properties in their territory.