Franchise Opportunity

Strike Franchise Gold with Every Slice

Bite into Opportunity with a Standout Fast-Casual Brand

Restaurant trends come and go, but pizza is forever. The average American eats 46 slices per year, contributing to the 11.5% CAGR of the booming fast-casual restaurant industry.

Featuring a well-branded, artisanal take on a timeless market segment, Gold Dust Pizza is a regional favorite that's ready to strike franchise gold:

A Brand That's Stood the Test of Time

Reap the rewards of entrepreneurial freedom while carrying forward the 40-year legacy of a turnkey, family-run business model. This is your chance to bring a beloved brand to new communities!

Handcrafted Pies, Golden Opportunities

Appeal to a wide variety of quality-driven consumers with an innovative artisanal menu coupled with exclusive offerings like our Gold Dust American Blonde Ale.

Tap into the Nostalgia Boom

Stand apart from the competition with our beloved, Gold Rush-inspired branding, and reputation for community involvement, creating a destination dining experience and a loyal customer base.

Diverse Profit Pathways Backed by Integrated Tech

Maximize both revenue potential and customer convenience through dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, facilitated by a rewards program and proprietary app.

Proven Multi-Location Success

Invest with confidence as part of a well-established brand with both full-service and express locations, showcasing our scalability and adaptability to emerging restaurant industry trends.

From Ripon to Regional Favorite

Since the day Bob Willey opened his first pizza shop in Ripon in 1984, the Willey family has been expanding our operation, bringing delicious, handcrafted pizza to communities throughout California.

Gold Dust Pizza is the pinnacle of our evolution – a beloved, Gold Rush-inspired pizzeria serving up traditional and unique specialty pizzas, along with other popular favorites, in a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Our branding may be nostalgic and our enduring dough recipe 40-years old, but our entrepreneurial vision couldn't be more modern.

With 5 locations, a customer rewards program & app, and diversified concepts like our takeout-focused Gold Dust Pizza Express, we're not just adapting to the modern restaurant industry landscape – we're thriving.

If you're looking for a turnkey investment opportunity as part of a legacy brand that's ready to conquer new frontiers, then Eureka! You've struck gold with Gold Dust Pizza.

Family Values Fuel Franchise Success

Our family's success is built not only on dedication, but also on the dedication of our staff. We've proudly supported local school programs and watched our hardworking employees grow into professionals in many fields.

This community-driven ethos is at the heart of who we are, and we're looking for franchise partners who share similar values. While restaurant or hospitality experience isn't strictly necessary, success in the food service industry requires:

• Strong Business and Financial Acumen
• Leadership and Team Management Experience
• Marketing Savvy
• Cost Management Abilities
• Able to Think on Your Feet – Literally!
• A Customer-First Mindset
• Passion for the Gold Dust Pizza Brand

We'll Help You Reach Your Business Goals

Foundational Training

Start strong with an initial training program designed to teach you everything you need to know about our menu, operations, vision, and brand.

Operational Excellence

Benefit from tight systems, efficient inventory control, vendor relationships, labor management, back-end logistics, and hands-on support designed for smooth daily operations.

Impactful Marketing

Grow your customer base by leveraging our distinctive brand, including design collateral, SEO/SEM strategies, and community outreach programs.

Savor the Flavor. Secure Your Future.

Strike franchise gold with every slice. Launch your Gold Dust Pizza franchise today!

To get started, fill out the franchise form.