Presto Pasta

What Presto Pasta does

Presto Pasta is a privately held Italian-American restaurant chain operating 7 physical locations across Southern California — Camarillo, Simi Valley, Valencia, Granada Hills, Ventura, Oxnard, and Santa Barbara — covering Ventura, Los Angeles, and Santa Barbara Counties. Founded in 1990 and owned by Ken Schuberg (Founder) and Jeff Schuberg (President and Co-Owner), the company offers a menu centered on its "Easy As 1-2-3" build-your-own pasta system, pizzas, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts, with gluten-free and vegan options. The Camarillo location features a drive-thru, an unusual convenience for the Italian casual-dining category. Pricing is unit-based, with lunch specials at $11 daily until 4pm and entrées ranging from $9.50 to $16.

The company's operational technology stack consists of a proprietary online ordering platform hosted on appsuitecrm.com, branded iOS and Android mobile applications, and integrations with third-party delivery aggregators — DoorDash (designated the preferred direct delivery partner), Grubhub, and Uber Eats. Customer engagement is supported by a four-tier loyalty rewards program (Bronzo, Argento, Oro, Platino) accruing 10–13 points per dollar spent, Constant Contact for SMS and email marketing, Cookiebot for CCPA/CPRA-compliant consent management, SSL encryption for payment security, and Google and Meta analytics for advertising and remarketing. The technology layer is functional and supports direct ordering, retention, and compliance rather than conferring differentiated technical capability.

Presto Pasta generates revenue across multiple streams: dine-in service, takeout, drive-thru (Camarillo), direct online ordering through its own channels, third-party delivery orders, catering for groups of 10 or more (party packs and à la carte trays with 48-hour advance notice), physical and electronic gift cards, and a nonprofit fundraising program that donates 20% of qualifying sales. Customer segments include individual consumers and families (primary), corporate and event catering clients (primary), and nonprofit organizations (secondary). Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed; based on 7 Southern California casual-Italian units and a lean disclosed headcount, annual revenue is estimated in the low-to-mid tens of millions of dollars.

Name

Presto Pasta

Legal name

Presto Pasta

Website

https://prestopasta.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Presto Pasta is a privately held Italian fast-casual restaurant chain operating 7 locations across Southern California, serving pasta, pizza, salads, and catering to individual consumers, families, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casual Dining / Italian Restaurants

NAICS

Limited-Service Restaurants (722513), Restaurants and Other Eating Places (72251), Caterers (722320)

SIC

Retail-Eating Places (5812), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Fast Casual (THAFABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Family-Style Restaurants (THAFACAC), Pizza, Wings & Oven-Baked Prepared Foods (In-Store Concepts) (CRAHAKAE)

Keywords

• Italian restaurant chain
• Casual dining
• Build-your-own pasta
• Catering services
• Restaurant loyalty program

Headquarters

HQ city

Camarillo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dine-in, Takeout, and Delivery Food Sales: Presto Pasta's primary revenue stream comes from selling Italian food items — pastas, pizzas, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts — across 7 physical restaurant locations in Southern California. Sales are generated through dine-in, walk-in takeout, and delivery orders placed directly through the company's website, mobile app, or by phone.
2. Third-Party Marketplace Delivery Commissions: Orders placed through Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats are facilitated through third-party delivery aggregators. These platforms bring in additional revenue through increased order volume, though the company likely pays commission fees to the aggregators.
3. Gift Card Sales: Presto Pasta sells physical and electronic gift cards (eGift Cards) valid at all locations. Gift cards do not expire and carry no fees. Gift cards are purchased by customers as gifts and represent prepaid future revenue.
4. Catering and Party Pack Sales: Presto Pasta generates catering revenue through complete meal party packs and à la carte trays ordered for events, corporate functions, and gatherings. Catering orders must be placed a minimum of 48 hours in advance and require minimum quantities, providing predictable bulk revenue.
5. Loyalty Rewards Points Redemption: The loyalty program accrues customer points redeemable at a set ratio ($1 per 10 points) toward menu purchases. Points drive repeat purchase behavior and customer retention while Reward Points remain valid indefinitely, encouraging ongoing engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Presto Pasta operates a chain of seven Italian casual-dining restaurants across Southern California, serving pasta, pizza, salads, and Italian entrées with dine-in, takeout, drive-thru, and delivery options. The chain is differentiated by its Build-Your-Own Pasta concept, a multi-tier loyalty rewards program, catering services, eGift Cards, and a nonprofit fundraising program.

Product overview

Presto Pasta is a California-based Italian-American restaurant chain operating 7 locations, offering dine-in, drive-thru, and online ordering services. The core offering centers on Italian cuisine including pasta dishes, pizzas, salads, sandwiches, and catering services. The product portfolio includes online ordering via website and mobile app, third-party delivery integration (Grubhub, DoorDash, Uber Eats), a multi-tier loyalty rewards program (Bronzo through Platino), gift card products, catering services for events of 10+, and a nonprofit fundraising program. The build-your-own 'Easy As 1-2-3' pasta system and value lunch specials provide customer choice and affordability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Italian Restaurant Locations (Dine-in and Takeout) Full-service Italian casual-dining restaurants serving pasta, pizza, salads, and entrées for dine-in and takeout guests across seven Southern California locations.
• Drive-Thru Service (Camarillo)

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DoorDashcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDoorDash is Presto Pasta's preferred third-party delivery partner, providing direct delivery service from all 7 Presto Pasta locations. The company's website promotes ordering through DoorDash and links directly to location-specific DoorDash storefronts for Camarillo, Valencia, Simi Valley, Granada Hills, Ventura, Oxnard, and Santa Barbara.
• GrubhubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPresto Pasta maintains listings on Grubhub for delivery across most locations including Camarillo, Valencia, Simi Valley, Granada Hills, Ventura, and Santa Barbara. Grubhub provides an additional delivery channel for customers who prefer that platform.
• Uber EatsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPresto Pasta is listed on Uber Eats for delivery from Camarillo, Valencia, Simi Valley, Granada Hills, and Santa Barbara locations. Uber Eats provides an additional third-party delivery channel complementing DoorDash and Grubhub.
• Constant ContactcoreTechnology or IntegrationConstant Contact provides the SMS text messaging platform used by Presto Pasta for marketing and non-marketing messages to loyalty members and job applicants. The platform supports recurring automated messages including transactional updates, promotional offers, and abandoned checkout reminders. Constant Contact is also used as a third-party mailer database for customer communications.
• GoogleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGoogle is referenced as a third-party analytics and advertising vendor in Presto Pasta's privacy policy. Google Analytics and related advertising technologies are used to track website traffic, build lookalike audiences, and serve targeted advertisements. Presto Pasta's locations appear in Google Maps.
• Meta (Facebook)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMeta (Facebook/Instagram) is referenced as a third-party analytics and advertising vendor in Presto Pasta's privacy policy. Meta's tracking pixels and advertising platforms are used for retargeting and audience-building. Presto Pasta maintains official Facebook and Instagram pages.
• The Cheesecake Factory BakeryminorOthersThe Cheesecake Factory Bakery supplies pre-made cheesecake slices sold as desserts at Presto Pasta locations. Offerings include Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecake, Creamy Bananas Foster Cheesecake, OREO Cookies & Cream Cheesecake, White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake, and Classic Cheesecake, all priced at $6 per slice.
• Hope's CookiesminorOthersHope's Award-Winning Cookies are sold as desserts at Presto Pasta. Available in assorted flavors: single cookie $1.50, three for $4.50, six for $9. Described as freshly baked and award-winning, indicating a preferred local supplier relationship.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Noodles & Company: Fast-casual chain built around customizable noodle and pasta bowls with global flavors. Closely comparable to Presto Pasta's build-your-own pasta concept, price band, and dine-in/takeout/delivery model.
• Pieology Pizzeria: Fast-casual build-your-own pizza chain with dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Overlaps with Presto Pasta on pizza customization, dietary-inclusive options, and California-based regional footprint.
• Fazoli's: Fast-casual Italian QSR chain serving pasta, pizza, and subs in a similar price band ($9-$14) with dine-in, drive-thru, and delivery. Closest direct competitor by cuisine, service model, and price point to Presto Pasta.
• Sbarro: Italian QSR specializing in pizza and pasta by the slice and tray, often found in malls, food courts, and travel hubs. Comparable to Presto Pasta on Italian menu, value pricing, and catering/tray formats.
• Blaze Pizza: Fast-casual build-your-own pizza chain with strong California roots and gluten-free/vegan options. Comparable to Presto Pasta on pizza customization, dietary inclusion, omnichannel ordering, and price band.

Broad incumbents

• California Pizza Kitchen: Casual-dining pizza and Italian chain with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering. Directly overlaps with Presto Pasta on pizza menu, dietary-inclusion options (gluten-free), and California geographic roots.
• Olive Garden (Darden Restaurants): Largest US casual-dining Italian chain with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering. Competes for the same family/casual Italian occasions but at a higher price point and full-service format than Presto Pasta.
• Romano's Macaroni Grill: Casual-dining Italian chain with pasta-centric menu and dine-in/takeout/catering. Overlaps with Presto Pasta on Italian cuisine, pasta as the core offering, and family/group dining occasions.
• Buca di Beppo: Family-style Italian restaurant chain known for catering and large-party dining. Comparable to Presto Pasta on family-style Italian positioning, catering/event focus, and pasta-heavy menu.

Emerging players

• MOD Pizza: Fast-casual individual artisan-style pizza chain with build-your-own format, gluten-free options, and community-giving program. Comparable to Presto Pasta on build-your-own model, dietary inclusion, and community fundraising.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/prestopasta
• Instagraminstagram.com/prestopastaofficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/presto-pasta

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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