Dave's Hot Chicken

The Dave's Hot Chicken franchise is a fast-casual chicken concept based in California. The chicken franchise was founded by Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy and Gary Rubenyan in 2018. Since awarding franchise locations a year later, Dave's Hot Chicken has expanded to locations across North America. The chicken franchise's menu has a variety of food options based on level of heat: no spice, lite mild, mild, medium, hot, extra hot, and reaper. Customers need to even sign a waiver when trying the brand's spiciest chicken! Celebrity investors include Canadian rapper Drake, actor Samuel L. Jackson, and former pro-football player Michael Strahan.

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Background

When it comes to fast-casual concepts, chicken franchises rule the roost. When Americans aren't in the mood for burgers or pizza, chicken brands are some of the most popular and profitable in the industry. If you are interested in investing in a chicken franchise, look no further than Dave's Hot Chicken. The California-based fast-causal franchise was founded by Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy and Gary Rubenyan in 2018. Since awarding franchise locations a year later in 2019, Dave's Hot Chicken has expanded to locations across North America. The chicken franchise's menu has a variety of options based on level of heat: no spice, lite mild, mild, medium, hot, extra hot, and reaper. Customers need to even sign a waiver when trying the brand's spiciest chicken! Dave's Hot Chicken has caught the attention of high profile and new investor alike. Celebrity investors with the chicken franchise include Canadian rapper Drake, actor Samuel L. Jackson, and former pro-football player Michael Strahan. Franchisees appreciate the brand's multiple revenue streams including merchandise and online orders.
You will benefit from the franchise's support and training. In terms of support and training, franchisees can expect an initial training program that is broken down into on-the-job and classroom instruction. This program will explain everything you need to know to run the business properly. This includes marketing and advertisitng, hiring, managing sales, and ongoing support for your entire time with the franchise. You can also expect grand opening and site selection assistance and an initial investment that ranges between $585,800 - $996,500.

Company Details

Founded: 2018
First franchise: 2019
Headquarters: Pasadena, CA
Canada: Yes
International: No
B2B: No 
Absentee: No
Exclusive Territory: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Dave's Hot Chicken

In terms of support and training, franchisees can expect an initial training program that is broken down into on-the-job and classroom instruction. This program will explain everything you need to know to run the business properly. This includes marketing and advertisitng, hiring, managing sales, and ongoing support for your entire time with the franchise. You can also expect grand opening and site selection assistance. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Dave's Hot Chicken Franchise.

What does a Dave's Hot Chicken Franchise Cost?

Dave's Hot Chicken franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Requirement: $2,000,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Net Worth Requirement: $3,000,000
Initial Investment: $585,800 - $996,500
Royalty Fee: 5%
Ad Royalty Fee: 2%

Is Dave's Hot Chicken a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Dave's Hot Chicken is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Dave's Hot Chicken a Home Based franchise?

No. Dave's Hot Chicken is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Dave's Hot Chicken Franchise Owners Make?

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

Is Dave's Hot Chicken a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Dave's Hot Chicken is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Dave's Hot Chicken Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Dave's Hot Chicken franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Is Dave's Hot Chicken Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Dave's Hot Chicken franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Dave's Hot Chicken Looking for International franchisees?

No. Dave's Hot Chicken franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Dave's Hot Chicken's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Dave's Hot Chicken Franchises for Sale

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