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Valentino's

Valentino's

Franchising since 1957 · 4 locations

The total investment to open a Valentino's franchise ranges from $48,775 - $766,650. The initial franchise fee is $12,500. Ongoing royalties are 5% plus a 1% advertising fee. Valentino's currently operates 4 locations (4 franchised). PeerSense FPI health score: 37/100.

Investment

$48,775 - $766,650

Franchise Fee

$12,500

Total Units

4

4 franchised

FPI Score
Low
37
SBA Lending
25
Lender Quality
3
Transparency
3
Reach
3
Momentum
3

Proprietary PeerSense metric

Fair
Capital Partners
2lenders available

Active capital sources verified for Valentino's financing

SBA

7(a) Eligible

21d

Avg Funding

P+2.25%

Best Rate

Referral fee at closing

FPI Score Breakdown

Emerging (3-9 loans)

Limited Data
37out of 100
Fair
Market Momentum3/35

Are lenders increasingly or decreasingly funding this brand? Growing trends score highest.

Loan Safety25/25

Blended default rate (recent + all-time) compared to NAICS sector peers.

Lender Confidence3/15

Quality lenders actively backing this brand, with penalty for lender pullback.

Transparency3/15

FDD availability, Item 19 disclosure, and overall data completeness.

Footprint3/10

Geographic spread of SBA-funded locations across states.

SBA Lending Performance

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

vs 10.3% peer avg

SBA Loans

4

Total Volume

$4.1M

Active Lenders

2

States

1

vs. SBA Sector Average

+10.3%lower default rate

SBA loan default rate vs. all franchises in the same NAICS sector, not limited to direct competitors

SBA Lending Activity for Valentino's

What is the Valentino's franchise?

Valentinos Of America Inc Valentinos franchise operates within the profoundly dynamic and rapidly expanding Limited-Service Restaurant (LSR) sector, a pivotal segment of the global food service industry. The market's immense scale is evidenced by its estimated valuation of approximately USD 823.96 billion in 2024, a figure that underscores the vast opportunities available for brands positioned for efficient service and customer engagement. Projections further emphasize this robust expansion, with the market anticipated to grow significantly to USD 871.02 billion by 2025 and reach an impressive USD 1,435.98 billion by 2034. This trajectory is fueled by a substantial compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 5.7% throughout the forecast period from 2025 to 2034, indicating sustained upward momentum. As a participant in this thriving economic landscape, the Valentinos Of America Inc Valentinos franchise, currently operating with 4 established units, finds its market position among those businesses that are strategically catering to the accelerating consumer demand for unparalleled convenience, swift service, and compelling affordability. The brand's FPI Score of 37 offers a preliminary, independent indicator for prospective franchisees who are meticulously examining its market standing and comparative strength within the broader franchise ecosystem. The overarching limited-service sector thrives on meticulously engineered operational efficiency and a seamlessly integrated customer experience. This is often characterized by innovative rapid service models, including sophisticated drive-thru services and advanced mobile ordering capabilities, both of which have witnessed a significant and sustained uptake across the industry.

FPI Score

37/100

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

Active Lenders

2

Key Highlights

Low SBA default rate (0.0%)

Data Insights

Key performance metrics for Valentino's based on SBA lending data

SBA Default Rate

0.0%

10.3% below peer avg

SBA Loan Volume

4 loans

Across 2 lenders

Lender Diversity

2 lenders

Avg 2.0 loans per lender

Investment Tier

Significant investment

$48,775 – $766,650 total

Payment Estimator

Loan Amount$39K
Interest Rate9.5%
Term (Years)10 yr

Estimated Monthly Payment

$505

Principal & Interest only

Indicative only, as of August 1, 2026. Not a quote, commitment or offer of credit. Final pricing, leverage and terms are determined by the lender at underwriting, after full transaction materials are reviewed. PeerSense does not lend and does not set pricing. What these terms mean.

Locations

Valentino's, unit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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