$2,300,000+
SOLD AT ONE
STORE LAST YEAR!*
$1,761,144+
AVERAGE NET SALES OF
AFFILIATE OWNED LOCATIONS*
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is a rapidly growing restaurant chain founded by Derrick Hayes. Known for its mouthwatering cheesesteaks and commitment to community and culture, the brand is expanding its presence through franchising to bring the taste of success to entrepreneurs nationwide.
$2,300,000+
SOLD AT ONE STORE LAST YEAR!*
$1,761,144+
AVERAGE NET SALES OF AFFILIATE OWNED LOCATIONS*
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is a rapidly growing restaurant chain founded by Derrick Hayes. Known for its mouthwatering cheesesteaks and commitment to community and culture, the brand is expanding its presence through franchising to bring the taste of success to entrepreneurs nationwide.
News & Acc0lades
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Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks to Bring Philly’s Flavor to Florida
Derrick Hayes Turned Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Into An Empire
Derrick Secures multi-year deal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
BIG NEWS FOR BIG DAVE’S
BIG DAVE’S CHEESESTEAKS SECURES PERMANENT LOCATION AT MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM
Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks has expanded its partnership with Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The deal includes a four-year agreement to open a permanent location in Section 107 within the stadium.
Big Dave’s St0ry
Born & Raised in
West Philadelphia
Derrick Hayes ventured into the food industry by chance. The entrepreneur spent much of his upbringing in the kitchen with his grandfather, where he garnered his culinary knowledge by assisting with Sunday dinners and crafting flavorful dishes through the mixture of seasonings and spices. After facing personal hardships, Derrick was given a second chance that inspired him to change the trajectory of his life.
Inspired by his late father, who passed away from lung cancer in 2009, Derrick Hayes named his restaurant Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks and crafted its menu with family-inspired recipes to honor his memory. The chain’s signature sandwich, the “Dave’s Way” cheesesteak, pays homage to Hayes’ late father.
Born & Raised in
West Philadelphia
Derrick Hayes ventured into the food industry by chance. The entrepreneur spent much of his upbringing in the kitchen with his grandfather, where he garnered his culinary knowledge by assisting with Sunday dinners and crafting flavorful dishes through the mixture of seasonings and spices. After facing personal hardships, Derrick was given a second chance that inspired him to change the trajectory of his life.
Inspired by his late father, who passed away from lung cancer in 2009, Derrick Hayes named his restaurant Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks and crafted its menu with family-inspired recipes to honor his memory. The chain’s signature sandwich, the “Dave’s Way” cheesesteak, pays homage to Hayes’ late father.
HOW IT ALL STARTED
The original location – which was housed in a 700-square-foot gas station in Dunwoody and called Dave’s Philly Water Ice – rose to fame when Philadelphia native and popular actress Eve visited the location for a taste of home while filming in Atlanta – and the rest is history. Today, Hayes oversees the brand consisting of downtown Atlanta and Doraville, Ga locations, Forest Park, Ga, Lawrenceville, Ga, and multiple outposts in Atlanta’s famed Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with more on the way.
FRANCHISE F00TPRINT
What 0ur Franchisees Are Saying…
“Big Dave’s franchise support team has been an amazing resource throughout this journey. They are experienced, communicative, and dedicated to our success.”
Marc & Kiera Brown
South Carolina
“This is a very exciting time for Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks and all stakeholders. Derrick and his team have worked extremely hard to build a brand that is strong, healthy, and admired. Growth potential for BDC on a local, regional, and national level is sky high.”
Derek Lewis
Central Florida
“I’m very excited to be a part of the Big Dave’s Cheesesteak franchise. It’s allowing myself and my family to be a part of a great legacy and create opportunites for others.”
Frank & Courtney Williams
South Carolina
What 0ur Franchisees Are Saying…
“Big Dave’s franchise support team has been an amazing resource throughout this journey. They are experienced, communicative, and dedicated to our success. They’re truly dedicated to helping us succeed.”
Marc & Kiera Brown
South Carolina
“This is a very exciting time for Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks and all stakeholders. Derrick and his team have worked extremely hard to build a brand that is strong, healthy, and admired. Growth potential for BDC on a local, regional, and national level is sky high.”
Derek Lewis
Central Florida
“I’m very excited to be a part of the Big Dave’s Cheesesteak franchise. It’s allowing myself and my family to be a part of a great legacy and create opportunites for others.”
Frank & Courtney Williams
South Carolina
Big Dave’s By The Numbers
THE NUMBERS
$40,000
Initial Investment Fee
$150,000
Multi-Unit Development Fee
$788,300
Low Investment
$1,133,900
High Investment
MULTI-UNIT DEVELOPMENT FEE BREAKDOWN
$150,000 REPRESENTS $40,000 FOR THE 1ST FRANCHISE, $35,000 FOR THE 2ND, AND $25,000 FOR THE 3RD AND EACH ADDITIONAL FRANCHISE
ROYALTIES
6% OF NET SALES
BRAND FUND CONTRIBUTION
2% OF NET SALES
LOCAL STORE MARKETING
1% OF NET SALES
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
DEVELOP A MINIMUM OF 5 UNITS IN YOUR PROTECTED TERRITORY
$500,000
Liquid Capital Required
$1,000,000
Net Worth Required
FRANCHISE ADVANTAGES
FRANCHISE STEPS
STEP 1
Submit an inquiry form and speak to us within 24 hours.
STEP 2
Submit franchise application. Get the FDD and request a video call.
STEP 3
Schedule a discovery day with the Big Dave’s franchise team in Atlanta, GA
STEP 4
Review and complete franchise & multi-unit agreements.
STEP 5
Welcome to the Team!
Time to get started.
STEP 1
Submit an inquiry form and speak to us within 24 hours.
STEP 2
Submit franchise application. Get the FDD and request a video call.
STEP 3
Schedule a discovery day with the Big Dave’s franchise team in Atlanta, GA
STEP 4
Review and complete franchise & multi-unit agreements.
STEP 5
Welcome to the Team!
Time to get started.