Chiddy's Cheesesteaks

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks are a fast-casual, high-energy restaurant franchise known for award-winning cheesesteaks and customizable "build-your-own" menu options, delivering consistent quality and a vibrant food truck-inspired experience across multiple locations.

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Chiddy's Cheesesteaks

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks started from humble beginnings and grew steadily in the first few years, but has since seen the brand explode in popularity in recent years experiencing great success at Citi Field with the NY Mets. Throughout our growth, our customers have been been able to rely on consistency and high quality good mood food at all of our locations. We have found that we become an immediate community favorite and are told that our unique menu is a great addition to their neighborhood.
Our training program ensures that new franchisees have the support they need from end to end. We help from site selection and financing, to grand opening and beyond. The owners are very accessible and enjoy working with the team to ensure success and consistency.

Chiddy's has a catchy name and quality menu items. We offer a "build your own" themed menu that our customers love so they can add their personal customization to their orders. Staff can be easily trained to follow simple and efficient operating procedures. We have built an extensive menu from a limited number of ingredients which makes for easy inventory management.

A major advantage of our franchise offering is the low investment costs. Our cash requirement and total investment costs are significantly lighter than similar chains. Our speed to market gives franchisees an opportunity to start generating revenue quickly. The Food Truck add-on option is a great way fo access high profit margin catering.

Finally, we are an emerging brand with amazing potential and early franchisees can be optimistic that Chiddy's will continue to build value as the brand becomes more recognizable as we scale.

Company Details

Established: 2014
First Unit Franchised: 2021
Franchised Units: 3
Company Owned Units: 3
States Registered In: Connecticut - CT, Florida - FL, New York - NY, North Carolina - NC
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By Chiddy's Cheesesteaks

Financial Assistance Provided: No

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: Real estate agency

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: Lease negotiation expertise

Recruiting Assistance: No

Co-operative Advertising: No

Training:
Franchisees will follow our training program as laid out in our FDD and operations manual.

Special Instructions/Notes: Franchisees can add a food truck to their territory to generate additional revenue and enhance their catering menu.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchise.

What does a Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchise Cost?

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $125,000 liquid capital
Total Investment: $165,000 - $395,000
Minimum Net Worth: NA
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $30,000
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: $20,000
Royalty: 6%
Ad: 1%
Other Fees: NA
Average Number of Employees: 8
Item 19: Yes
SBA Registry: Yes
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: Yes
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Specify: Our model allows for owner-operated or passive ownership.
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: Yes
Veteran Discount: Yes($10,000 discount of franchise fee)

Is Chiddy's Cheesesteaks a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Chiddy's Cheesesteaks a Home Based franchise?

No. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchisees make. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Chiddy's Cheesesteaks a Master Franchise Opportunity?

Yes. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks is a master franchise opportunity. A master franchisee is responsible to recruit, train and support franchisees in their territory.

Does Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Looking for International franchisees?

No. Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Chiddy's Cheesesteaks's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants, Recently Added Franchises, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

Yes

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

Yes

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

Chiddy's Cheesesteaks Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchises for sale. We may have Chiddy's Cheesesteaks franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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