Franchise FAQ
1. How long has Village Idiot Pizza been in business?
35 years!
2. How many VIP locations are there?
There are two company-owned locations in the downtown Columbia, SC area: Five Points, and Olympia at the Mills.
3. What is the initial investment for a VIP franchise?
The initial investment range is between $426,900 – $784,500. The range varies based in area of interest.
4. What is the Initial Franchise Fee?
$40,000
5. What area(s) is VIP currently seeking expansion?
SC, NC, TN, GA, FL, AL
6. What are VIP’s core values?
It Takes a Village - Respect for our team, customers, and community... Creating a family-friendly space filled with fun and pizza... It takes a village to thrive as a local business, and we believe deeply in caring for our village with respect and heart.
Consistency in our Food Experience - We take pride in our high-quality ingredients, our carefully curated menu, and our fun-filled experience. Our priority is to create this consistent quality and experience in every Village Idiot Pizza location.
Work Hard, Play Hard - An evening of pizza, wings, cold drinks, and music bingo is so much better after a day of working hard to give back to our community through food and fun. We stand by our value of working hard AND playing hard in everything we do.
Passion for Food & Giving Back - We’re all about passionate people — especially when it comes to passion for pizza and giving back to the community! We’re committed to creating teams that love food and philanthropy to build the Village Idiot Pizza community.
7. What awesome other popular menu items that VIP offers?
Amazing salads, appetizers and chicken wings!
8. How does VIP give back to local charities and non-profits in the community?
Hosting percent nights, pizza donations, and gift card donations. To date VIP has donated over $70000 to its annual fundraiser for March of Dimes – Pizza for Preemies!
9. How many pizzas a year on average does Village Idiot Pizza as a company make?
Around 80,000!
10. Is VIP a reputable brand?
YES! Village Idiot Pizza has been serving the Columbia community for 35 years! Consistently named Best Pizza by readers of the Post and Courier Columbia, Readers Digest named Best Pizza in SC and have been inducted in the SC Restaurant and Lodgings Hall of Fame.
11. Do you need pizza experience to become a Village Idiot Pizza franchisee?
No! Our team will train you at our HQ as well as support and train you before your soft and grand openings at your location.
12. What is the initial process to become a Village Idiot Pizza franchisee?
Fill out the inquiry form on our website
We will start with a “get to know YOU” call that lasts about 10 – 15 minutes.
We will set up a virtual “Get to know VIP” about one week from the first call.
If we both are feeling great, we will setup a more in depth presentation on what VIP franchising is all about.