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Chicagoland Pizzeria Franchise Restaurant at Deep Dish Discount!

St Charles, Illinois, United States
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Asking Price$329,000
Revenue$1,400,000
EBITDA$80,000
Cash Flow$70,000
Description
Chicagoland Pizzeria Franchise Restaurant Chicagoland Location for Private and Confidential Review Only Executive Summary This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established franchised sit-down restaurant with a full bar with built in sales of $1.5 million in the Chicagoland market. One of Chicago’s most iconic and beloved restaurant brands, famous worldwide for its authentic Chicago-style pizza. Owning this franchise provides the powerful combination of instant brand recognition, a proven operating system, and strong ongoing franchisor support — significantly reducing the risk compared to starting an independent restaurant. This business benefits from loyal local customers, tourist traffic, and the enduring appeal of its Chicago’s signature pizza. It represents a turnkey investment in a premium, high-recognition brand with strong cash flow potential. ________________________________________ The Brand Founded over 50 years ago in Chicago, it introduced its now-famous pizza — a recipe passed down through generations with roots in Italian tradition. Today, this franchise is synonymous with authentic Chicago pizza and is consistently ranked among the best pizzerias in America. The brand enjoys: • Strong national and international recognition • Fierce customer loyalty • High average table checks ($30–$44) • Proven multi-generational appeal to families, tourists, and locals This franchise is more than a restaurant — it is a Chicago institution that delivers a unique dining experience that competitors cannot easily replicate. ________________________________________ The Value of Franchise Ownership Investing in this franchise offers significant advantages over independent operations: • Instant Brand Equity — Customers already know and love the name. No need to build awareness from scratch. • Proven Business Model — Decades of refined operations, menu development, and supply chain relationships. • Comprehensive Support — Training, marketing programs, and ongoing operational assistance from the franchisor. • Lower Risk — Franchisees benefit from the collective strength of the brand and system-wide best practices. • Scalability — Opportunity to expand within the Chicagoland market or pursue additional territories. • Low Cost of Entry- The franchisor has one of the lowest entry fees for new franchisees Franchise ownership allows entrepreneurs to focus on execution and local market leadership while leveraging one of the strongest restaurant brands in the Midwest. ________________________________________ Business Highlights • Prime Chicagoland location with established customer base in upscale community • Recognized pizza and full menu offering plus full bar • Experienced staff and operational systems in place • Strong historical performance typical of these franchise locations ($1.5 million in sales) • Significant growth potential through catering, online ordering, and local marketing including social media and charity events ________________________________________ Investment Opportunity This represents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or investor group seeking a lifestyle business or portfolio addition in the restaurant sector. The buyer will benefit from immediate cash flow, brand strength, and the long-term value of owning a piece of Chicago’s culinary heritage. SBA pre-approved and limited seller financing available. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Financial performance details, lease information, and full due diligence materials will be provided upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and qualification.
Real Estate
Leased
Building Size: 4400 sq. ft.
Furniture Fixtures & Equipment
$30k
Inventory
$20kIncluded in Asking Price
Business is
Established Franchise
Number of EmployeesFull-Time: 6Part-Time: 13
Year Established
2004
Reason Selling
Owner is Retiring
Facilities & Assets
4,400sf leased facility. Sales includes approx. $20,000 in inventory and $30,000 in FF&E
Support & Training
Full franchisor training and support
Market & Competition
Normal competition in the area which is needed to drive traffic to best in class performing locations just like this business!
Growth Opportunities
Outside of franchisor marketing, this business owner does very little advertising and marketing to date so the upside is virtually limitless
Financing Options
Seller financing is available.Limited Seller Financing is available
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pizza shop for Sale
Business for Sale in Illinois
Asking Price$329,000