Own a Dave's Hot Chicken Franchise
Be part of the fastest-growing hot chicken brand in the country. Dave's hot chicken has redefined the daves hot chicken experience — and now you can bring that bold flavor to your community.
The Daves Hot Chicken Franchise Advantage
From our signature spice levels to our proven business model, daves hot chicken delivers everything you need to build a thriving restaurant business.
Iconic Brand Identity
Dave's hot chicken has built a cult following with its bold, authentic flavors and viral street-food origins. You inherit an established, passionate community of fans from day one.
Comprehensive Training
Our intensive multi-week training program covers operations, food safety, marketing, staffing, and customer service. You'll be fully prepared before you open your doors.
Proven Revenue Model
Our streamlined menu and efficient kitchen model drives high throughput. Average unit volumes exceed industry benchmarks, giving franchisees a strong return on investment.
National Marketing Support
Benefit from national advertising campaigns, social media management, and promotional materials. Our marketing team drives brand awareness so you can focus on operations.
Ongoing Field Support
Dedicated franchise business consultants visit your location regularly to ensure quality, help solve challenges, and keep your daves chicken operation performing at its best.
Supply Chain Network
Access our established supplier relationships with preferred pricing and consistent ingredient quality. Our centralized procurement keeps your food costs under control year-round.
Dave Hot Chicken Franchise Investment Requirements
Understanding your investment is the first step. Here's a transparent breakdown of what to expect when opening your dave hot chicken location.
Standard Unit
Express / Ghost Kitchen
Franchisee Requirements
"Opening my daves chicken location was the best decision I ever made. The support from corporate is unmatched and the brand practically sells itself."
Your Path to Opening a Daves Chicken Franchise
We've streamlined the franchise process to get you from inquiry to grand opening as efficiently as possible. Here are the key milestones:
Submit Your Inquiry
Complete the franchise inquiry form below. Our development team will review your background and reach out within 2 business days to schedule an introductory call.
Discovery Call & Qualification
We'll discuss your goals, preferred market, financial qualifications, and experience. If there's a mutual fit, you'll receive our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
Review FDD & Discovery Day
Take time to review the FDD with your advisors. Then visit our headquarters in Los Angeles for a Discovery Day — meet the team, see operations, and taste the product.
Sign Franchise Agreement
Once you're ready, sign the franchise agreement and pay the initial franchise fee. Your territory is secured and your journey as a dave's hot chicken franchisee officially begins.
Training & Site Development
Complete our comprehensive training program in LA. Simultaneously, your team works on site selection, lease negotiation, construction, and equipment installation.
Grand Opening!
Our field support team is on-site for your grand opening to ensure a flawless launch. Welcome to the Dave's hot chicken franchise family — let's serve some heat!
Hear From Our Franchisees
"The training was thorough and the ongoing support is incredible. My location broke even in less than a year — something I never thought possible."
"I came from finance with zero restaurant experience. The Dave's hot chicken system is so well-structured that I felt confident from day one of operations."
"My daves chicken franchise has lines out the door every weekend. The brand recognition alone drives foot traffic I couldn't have built from scratch."
Apply for a Dave's Hot Chicken Franchise
Ready to bring daves hot chicken to your market? Fill out the form below and our franchise development team will be in touch within 2 business days.