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How Much Does a Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise costs between $167,150 and $397,375 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$167,150

Minimum Investment

$397,375

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Fee Range $20,000 – $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · When Franchise Agreement is signed $30,000

Real Estate $67,500 – $224,500

Construction and Leasehold Improvements, Furniture, and Fixtures As arranged $58,000 – $187,500

Lease Deposits - Three Months As arranged $9,000 – $35,000

Utility Deposits As arranged $500 – $2,000

Equipment & Assets $35,250 – $64,500

Equipment As arranged $25,000 – $43,000

Signage As arranged $5,000 – $11,000

Initial Inventory As arranged $3,500 – $6,500

Computer, Software, and Point of Sale System As arranged $1,450 – $3,300

Printing, Stationery, and Office Supplies As arranged $300 – $700

Training $900 – $3,375

Travel for Initial Training As arranged $900 – $3,375

Working Capital & Reserves $15,000 – $45,000

Additional Funds - Three Months As arranged $15,000 – $45,000

Other Costs $18,500 – $30,000

Professional Fees As arranged $8,000 – $15,000

Grand Opening Marketing $7,500 – $10,000

Licenses and Permits As arranged $2,000 – $3,000

Insurance Deposits and Premiums - 12 Months As arranged $1,000 – $2,000

Total Estimated Investment $167,150 – $397,375

How Does Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks's minimum investment of $167,150 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$167,150

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$397,375

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks?

The total startup cost for a Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise ranges from $167,150 to $397,375, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $67,500 to $224,500.

How much is the Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise fee?

The Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise fee is $30,000, with a range of $20,000 to $30,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks a good investment?

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks requires a total franchise investment of $167,150 to $397,375 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 75/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise owner make?

Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise locations report median gross sales of $635,850 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Chiddy’s Cheesesteaks franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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