No matter which city you visit, every L’Osteria offers you something very special. Whether it’s a trendy venue in an old building, a culinary highlight in a modern location, large or small, with 30 or 60 employees – no two are alike. And that’s a good thing, because that’s what makes L’Osteria so special. What unites the L'Osteria FAMIGLIA as a whole is the idea of a traditional Italian osteria with everything that goes with it. A place where people meet, eat well, drink and engage in conversation. And all this in a lively, unique atmosphere with timeless classics of Italian cuisine and generous portions at fair prices. We live this eternally young recipe for success from Italy every day. The best thing is that because all L'Osteria restaurants stick together and benefit from their collective experience, we can support each other and help each other succeed.
Our values
What makes the L'Osteria brand so unique?
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What we offer
Advantages of a franchise partnership—believe us, there are quite a few.
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Requirements
The ingredients you need for your franchise recipe.
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1999
L'Osteria is founded by Friedemann Findeis and Klaus Rader.
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2009
Introduction of franchise offers and first freestander in Augsburg.
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2011
The first foreign restaurant opens in Austria.
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2015
Own pasta factory “Pastificio No. 12” in Nuremberg.
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2019
Own coffee roasting facility “Bar Italiana” in Wertheim.
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2023
Launch of the L'Osteria Amici Club, the company's own loyalty app.
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2024
25 years of “Pizza, Pasta e Passione” and more than 195 restaurants in 9 countries: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Great Britain, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, France, Luxembourg, and Poland.
Step 1 – Your application
Simply submit your application using our online form. Our franchise team will review your documents and get back to you within 14 days.
Step 2 – Introductory meeting
In an initial meeting, we will get to know each other personally and exchange ideas. You will learn everything you need to know about L'Osteria as a franchise system, and we will answer any questions you may have.
Step 3 – Second interview
If the initial meeting was satisfactory for both sides, a second meeting will follow to discuss further details in depth, such as location preferences, business objectives, and financing.
Step 4 – Trial day at the restaurant
Right in the heart of the action! To give you a feel for our concept, we will arrange one or more trial days at the restaurant. This will give you an insight into day-to-day operations and the back office.
Step 5 - Final decision
After the trial day and the exchange of all relevant information, we meet again to decide together whether we will continue on this path as partners. Any outstanding issues are discussed and the next steps are agreed upon.
Step 6 – Pre-contractual disclosure
Before searching for a location, pre-contractual information is provided. Here, you will receive and have explained to you all contractual terms and conditions and information in detail.
Step 7 - Location search
Now, accompanied by the expansion team, the search for a suitable location begins. This could be a new location or the takeover of an existing restaurant.
Step 8 – Franchise agreement
Once you have successfully found a location, the next step is the franchise agreement. This is drawn up by our legal team and discussed with you.
Step 9 - Training
Several weeks of training will prepare you perfectly for your own restaurant. The training sessions take place in the company's restaurants, accompanied by L'Osteria's training department.
Step 10 – Construction phase and opening of the restaurant
Whether you're opening a new restaurant or taking over an existing one, we're here to support you. Starting your own L'Osteria restaurant marks the beginning of a new chapter. And best of all, we'll continue to support you after the opening to ensure long-term success and a taste of the real dolce vita!
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At L'Osteria, we support our partners with advice and assistance—with expertise and regular training to ensure that every restaurant runs smoothly. Because the better things go for you, the stronger our shared brand becomes. And, of course, this only works when we work together.
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