Q: What kind of locations are considered for a Numero Uno Full-Service Restaurant?

A: Strip centers, free-standing buildings and store fronts located in areas of high visibility and in locations that people are at frequently for other reasons.

Q: What is the typical size and rent for a Full-Service Numero Uno Restaurant?

A: Typically, a Numero Uno Restaurant will be between 1,800 and 2,200 square feet. This will provide adequate seating, but is small enough to keep rent expense minimized.

Q: Does Numero Uno provide financing?

A: Numero Uno does not directly provide financing, however, it will put you in contact with lending institutions and leasing companies that it has used in the past and with whom it has a working relationship.

Q: Where may I locate my Numero Uno Full-Service Restaurant?

A: In addition to the criteria set forth in the first question and answer, it is desirable, if possible, to find a location which allows for easy access to all points of your delivery territory. Delivery and take-out are extremely important components of the Full-Service Restaurant and a well-positioned location is important so that you can provide speed and efficiency in delivery and maximum service to your customers.

Q: May I find my own Numero Uno Location?

A: Yes! Typically however, you work in conjunction with Numero Uno in selecting a location and then Numero Uno assists you in negotiating the lease, landlord contributions, etc.

Q: Do I receive guidance on the purchase of inventory and supplies?

A: Prior to the opening of your restaurant, you will be put through a thorough training program which covers all aspects of running your Numero Uno Full-Service Restaurant. This will include hands-on kitchen training, food preparation, purchasing, inventory control, hiring and training techniques, delivery techniques, accounting procedures, marketing and advertising - just to mention a few. Numero Uno will also provide, at no cost, training for additional members of your family or management team and employees as well.

Q: What supplies must be purchased from Numero Uno?

A: Nothing is purchased directly from Numero Uno. However, there are certain proprietary products (i.e. dough, pizza sauce) that must be purchased and can only be purchased by distributors authorized by Numero Uno. Other than proprietary and trademarked products, all of the products can be purchased from any distributor providing they are supplying products.

Q: Does Numero Uno have a major supplier and what is the advantage of this to me?

A: Numero Uno continually negotiates prices and on an annual basis, requests bids from qualified suppliers to service its account. Numero Uno enters into a preferred account relationship with a primary supplier which locks in pricing on a plus basis. Typically, this pricing is substantially better than an individual unit or a smaller company could obtain. Numero Uno purchases millions of dollars per year from its primary supplier and this purchasing power has actually helped Numero Uno reduce its food cost in a marketplace where prices have continuously increased.