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We're one of America's top growing Deli franchises
and we invite you to grow with us.
We're just not another sub or sandwich shop. Gandolfo's New York Deli serves up traditional deli fare, combined with our signature sandwiches, like the New Yorker and the Knuckle; we've created a winning combination. As a Gandolfo's New York Deli Franchisee you will be proud to have your family and anyone you know join you for a mouth-watering meal. Gandolfo's New York Delicatessen - "One bite and you're there..."™
Craig Gandolph, entrepreneur and creative genius behind the Gandolfo's New York Deli Restaurant, grew up in New York and worked in several local delicatessens, where he learned the secrets to creating great deli food. He moved to Utah in 1989 and founded Gandolfo's New York Deli soon afterwards. In 2002, Craig partnered with Dan Pool, formerly, a Division President of Golden Corral Restaurants, restaurant entrepreneur and Gandolfo's New York Deli franchisee.
TodayDan with his lifetime of experience in the restaurant business, commitment to excellence and a never ending passion for the success of our franchisees, leads the way as CEO. Through his efforts Gandolfo's New York Deli will open our 46th Deli in May 2009. Our Delis are now located in 16 states with more on the way. Dan's vision is to open the 500th Gandolfo's New York Deli by 2020.
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1. What training and ongoing support do you provide?
You want to know what happens after you pay the initial fee. A strong franchisor provides comprehensive pre-opening training, site-selection help, operational playbooks, and continuous assistance with marketing, technology, and supply chains.
2. What is the total initial investment, and did actual startup costs match the estimates in Item 7 of the FDD?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) lists estimated startup costs in Item 7, but real-world expenses can run higher. Asking how closely current owners tracked to these estimates reveals if you need extra working capital or if hidden fees exist.
3. How do royalties and local/national marketing fees impact profitability?
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4. What are the common challenges new franchisees face, and how do you help them overcome them?
Transparent franchisors will openly discuss real hurdles like local competition, tight labor markets, or supply chain bottlenecks, and show you the exact playbook or field support they offer to solve them as well as allowing you to speak with other franchisees.
5. How many franchise locations have closed or left the system in the past few years, and why?
High turnover, store closures, or quiet franchise exits are major red flags. This question measures system stability, territory health, and whether the corporate team addresses struggling owners or lets them fail.
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