
Luca Piacentini
1851 Franchise Managing Editor
| Mellow Mushroom Experts Investment Range | $1,330,000 + (Leased Fast Fine) - $1,695,000 + (Traditional Real Estate) |
| No. of Units Currently Open | 161 |
| Royalty | 5% |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 |

Luca Piacentini
1851 Franchise Managing Editor

Victoria Campisi
Staff Writer

Chris Irby
Copy Editor

Investors looking for staying power in the crowded restaurant sector are turning their attention to Mellow Mushroom, a brand that has quietly built a cult following while delivering strong financial performance. Founded in 1974, the Atlanta-based pizza chain now operates in 15 states with more than 160 locations. Its top quartile averages $3.8 million in annual sales, while systemwide averages sit at nearly $2.7 million, placing Mellow Mushroom among the top-performing franchises in its category.
