Own a Pequod's Pizza
Franchise
Join the pequods pizza family and bring Chicago's legendary deep-dish experience to your community. Partner with a brand that's built on decades of culinary excellence across the United States.
The Pequod's Pizza
Franchise Advantage
Becoming a pequods franchisee means leveraging a proven brand, an iconic recipe, and a support system designed to maximize your success in the competitive food industry.
Iconic Brand Recognition
Leverage the power of Pequod's pizza, a name synonymous with Chicago deep-dish excellence. Customers seek us out by name, giving you an immediate competitive advantage.
Comprehensive Training
Our 8-week immersive training program covers everything from authentic pizza crafting techniques to operations management, customer service, and marketing strategies.
Ongoing Support
From pre-opening through daily operations, our dedicated franchise support team is with you every step. Access field support visits, 24/7 operational hotline, and peer networks.
Marketing Resources
Tap into our national marketing campaigns, social media content library, seasonal promotions, and local marketing toolkits — all designed to drive traffic to your location.
Supply Chain Network
Benefit from our established supplier relationships and preferred vendor pricing. Our centralized supply chain ensures consistent quality ingredients at competitive costs nationwide.
Proven Profitability
Our franchisees benefit from a time-tested business model with strong average unit volumes. Detailed financial projections and ROI analysis are provided during our discovery process.
Franchise Investment
Requirements
Pequod's pizza offers flexible franchise models to suit different market sizes and investor profiles. Each tier includes access to our full brand standards, recipes, and support ecosystem.
Our franchise fee structure is transparent with no hidden costs. We believe in building long-term partnerships built on trust and mutual growth.
Financial requirements may vary by location and market conditions. Contact us for a personalized assessment.
- Compact footprint (800–1,200 sq ft)
- $35,000 franchise fee
- Takeout & delivery focused
- Limited seating (up to 20)
- 6-week training program
- Local marketing support
- Full restaurant (1,800–2,800 sq ft)
- $50,000 franchise fee
- Dine-in, takeout & delivery
- Up to 80 seats
- 8-week training program
- Full marketing package
- Premium location (3,500+ sq ft)
- $75,000 franchise fee
- Full-service dining experience
- 100+ seat capacity
- 10-week executive training
- Dedicated brand manager
Your Path to Ownership
From your first inquiry to opening day, our streamlined process is designed to get you operational efficiently and confidently.
Submit Inquiry
Complete our franchise inquiry form with your background and goals.
Discovery Call
Our team reviews your application and schedules a discovery call.
FDD Review
Receive and review our Franchise Disclosure Document with your advisors.
Agreement
Sign the franchise agreement and secure your territory officially.
Training
Complete our comprehensive training program at our Chicago HQ.
Grand Opening
Open your doors with our full opening support team by your side.
Our Franchisees Speak
"Joining the Pequod's pizza family was the best business decision I've ever made. The brand recognition meant customers were lining up before we even opened. The support team is exceptional."
"The training program prepared me for everything. From day one, I felt confident running operations. Now in my third year, my location consistently ranks in the top 10% for sales across the network."
"The pequods supply chain network alone saves me thousands monthly. I get premium ingredients at prices I could never negotiate on my own. This partnership is everything they promised."
Franchise
Inquiry Form
Fill out the form and a member of our Pequod's pizza franchise development team will contact you within 2 business days to discuss your opportunity.