Open an Abo's Pizza
A license — not a franchise. One fee, no ongoing royalties, owner-operated from day one.
The Model
Why a License, Not a Franchise?
Franchises charge ongoing royalties, control your operations, and take a percentage of every dollar you make. That's their model. It's not ours.
Abo's operates on a license agreement. You pay a one-time license fee. We give you the recipes, the training, the brand, and the support. After that, you own your business. You make your own decisions. You keep what you earn.
Every Abo's location is owner-operated. That's why the pizza is consistent — the person who cares most about it is the one making it every day.
Abo's License
- ✓ One-time fee — $5,000
- ✓ No ongoing royalties
- ✓ Owner-operated freedom
- ✓ Full recipe access
- ✓ Training & support
- ✓ Established brand — 49 years
Typical Franchise
- ✗ High upfront fees
- ✗ Ongoing royalties (often 5–8%)
- ✗ Corporate oversight
- ✗ Limited autonomy
- ✗ Marketing fees
What It Takes
Investment Overview
These are the confirmed figures from the current licensing program. Exact costs vary by location, buildout, and lease.
License Fee
$5,000
One-time. No recurring royalties.
Total Estimated Startup
$190K–$217K
Includes buildout, equipment, license, and operating capital.
Minimum Space
1,600 sq ft
Required minimum square footage for kitchen and front of house.
These figures are provided for reference. Contact us for current and complete investment details before making any financial decisions.
What You Get
What Abo's Provides
- The Abo's Pizza recipes and proprietary sauce formula
- Full training on dough, sauce, toppings, oven operation, and procedures
- Access to established supplier relationships
- Brand materials, signage, and marketing assets
- Ongoing support from Steve Abo and the corporate team
- The right to use the Abo's Pizza name and brand in your territory
Prime territories are still available along the Colorado Front Range. If you're interested in opening in a specific city or region, mention it in your inquiry.
Get Started
Licensing Inquiry
Tell us about yourself and your interest. Steve will be in touch personally.