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Dave's Hot ChickenFranchise Cost & FDD Overview
Food & Beverage — Quick-Service Hot Chicken Restaurant franchise. Founded in 2017. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA.
Pasadena, CA Founded 2017Food & Beverage · Quick-Service Hot Chicken Restaurant
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Dave's Hot Chicken franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Dave's Hot Chicken franchise ranges from $989.8K - $3.2M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Dave's Hot Chicken franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Dave's Hot Chicken is $40K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Dave's Hot Chicken's ongoing fees?+
Dave's Hot Chicken franchisees pay a 6% royalty fee on gross sales and a 4% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Dave's Hot Chicken franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Dave's Hot Chicken has 244 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Dave's Hot Chicken's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.
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