Papa John's

$PJPHF500 #11
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryPizza
ParentPapa John's International, Inc.
Founded1984
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business41
Began FranchisingNovember 1991
HQLouisville, KY
Executives15
LinksWeb
Main Phone(502) 261-7272
FDD IssuedMarch 31, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
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Papa John's Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Papa Johns restaurants devoted primarily to the sale of pizza and related food products, characterized by a distinctive system including special recipes, menu items, distinctive design, software, operational procedures, training, and advertising programs.

Papa John's Franchising, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Papa John’s International, Inc. (PJI), which has been in the pizza franchise business since 1991. The current CEO is Todd Penegor, and the company has a diverse executive team with expertise in various sectors.

Papa John's Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Papa Johns restaurants devoted primarily to the sale of pizza and related food products, characterized by a distinctive system including special recipes, menu items, distinctive design, software, operational procedures, training, and advertising programs.

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FranDeals Score
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Franchisee Health Score
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Fees & Investment
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Financial Strength & Stability
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Unit Count & Growth
Systemwide units and multi-year growth (Item 20)
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Outlet Trajectory
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Executive Team
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Franchisee Roster
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Litigation & Disclosures
Item 3 legal matters, Item 4 bankruptcy
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