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Dickey's Barbecue Pit

How do I buy my own Dickey's Barbecue Pit Franchise?

Most restaurants only have two revenue streams. Dickey's has traditional locations such as stand-alone buildings and restaurants in shopping center end-caps, as well as non-traditional locations such as zoos, airports, golf courses, convenience stores, food courts. To buy a Dickey's Barbecue Restaurant the initial franchise fee is $15,000 - $20,000, and the total investment ranges between $210,105 and $528,589.

Total Investment$210,105 to $528,589
Cash Required$100,000
Business TypeFranchise
Target MarketSee List

Homegrown and Family Owned

In 1941, Travis Dickey started cooking traditional hickory-smoked barbecue in Dallas, Texas. Today, Dickey’s has grown into an international BBQ franchise with over 550 locations across the U.S. and eight countries. We are expanding into prime territories worldwide.

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Open a Dickey's Barbecue Pit in any of these available states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY

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Your Best Barbecue Franchise Opportunity

Join the Dickey’s Family

Dickey’s is seeking passionate investors to join the family. With unmatched support, your franchise will be up and running quickly. Share our love for great barbecue and Texas hospitality.

We Believe In Better Barbecue

With eight decades of experience and over 30 years in franchising, Dickey’s has perfected fast-casual barbecue. Our barbecue is slow-smoked daily by Pit Masters, and our sides are made from original recipes. Enjoy an authentic, craft barbecue experience.

We’re a Franchisee Favorite

Recognized by top industry publications, Dickey’s has earned awards from Franchise Direct, Entrepreneur, and Fast Casual, including Top 100 Movers & Shakers and the Top Food Franchise of 2020.

Press & Awards

  • Fast Casual: Top 100 Movers & Shakers 2024
  • ​Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024​
  • Franchise Direct: Top 100 Franchises, Global Award 2021
  • D Magazine: Top 500 CEO's

Carve Out Your Piece of the Best Barbecue Franchise

We’re ready to help you start your own Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchise and serve the best barbecue in the industry.

Smokin’ Franchise Brand

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is a beloved brand with over 80 years of experience in authentic, slow-smoked barbecue. From a small family business in Dallas, Texas, we’ve grown into an international franchise with a loyal following and over 550 locations worldwide.

Our brand is recognized for offering franchisees robust support and the opportunity to be part of a trusted, family-owned business. We treat every franchisee like family, providing the resources needed to succeed in the fast-casual barbecue industry.

Why Dickey’s?

Dickey’s offers eight streams of revenue, including dine-in, delivery, catering, and more. As the largest fast-casual barbecue franchise globally, we combine classic recipes with cutting-edge technology to help franchisees thrive. Our Barbecue University ensures you’re fully trained to run a successful business.

With protected territories and an efficient footprint of about 1,500 sq ft, Dickey’s gives you a unique competitive edge.

Qualifications for Franchise Owners

Ideal franchise owners are motivated, hardworking, and passionate about barbecue. We look for individuals eager to embrace our commitment to quality and hospitality. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or new to the franchise world, if you’re driven to succeed, you can thrive as a Dickey’s franchisee.

* This information may have changed since first published. We recommend that you always verify fees, investment amounts, and offers with the business opportunity directly prior to making a decision to invest.

 

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