About Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Franchise
Dave's Hot Chicken is a fast casual restaurant franchise built around Nashville style hot chicken tenders and sliders with customizable heat levels.
The brand has quickly become one of the most recognized names in the hot chicken category, attracting a loyal following with its bold flavors and energetic restaurant atmosphere.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the concept has been franchising since 1991 under DHC STE Holdco LLC.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$990K
Average Investment
$2.1M
Maximum Investment
$3.2M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $989,800 – $3,218,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $990K–$3.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Restaurants Amount Method of Type of Expenditure When Due To Whom Pa | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| sign your Franchise Agreement Architect / | $15,000 | $75,000 |
| suppliers Business Licenses | $1,000 | $55,000 |
| Amount Method of Type of Expenditure When Due To Whom Paid Low High Payment Cons | $542,000 | $2,000,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved suppliers Furniture, Fixtures | $11,500 | $95,000 |
| suppliers Smallwares | $11,000 | $30,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved suppliers Graffiti and | $30,000 | $125,000 |
| suppliers Grand Opening Kit, | $12,500 | $20,000 |
| suppliers Drive-Thru, Loop | $0 | $35,000 |
| Computer | $13,500 | $40,000 |
| Office Supplies | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved suppliers Uniforms | $1,500 | $5,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved suppliers Initial Inventory and | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved suppliers and government agencies Pre-Opening R | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Amount Method of Type of Expenditure When Due To Whom Paid Low High Payment New | $0 | $15,000 |
| Opening Pre-Opening Labor | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| As incurred As incurred Employees Expense Pre-Opening/Grand | $10,000 | $12,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,000 | $15,000 |
| As incurred As invoiced Approved Opening Costs suppliers Professional Fees | $1,000 | $15,000 |
| Traditional and Non-Traditional Restaurants Amount Method of Type of Expenditure | $40,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $20,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV franchise ranges from $989,800 to $3,218,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Dave's Hot Chicken FranchiseSPV has been franchising since 1991. The FDD shows an investment range of $989,800-$3,218,000, a N/A royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $989,800 to $3,218,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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