Franchise Opportunities

Own a giordano's Franchise in Your City

Bring Chicago's legendary deep dish pizza experience to your community. Join the giordanos family and build a thriving business backed by a world-renowned brand with over 50 years of culinary excellence.

50+
Years in Business
70+
Franchise Locations
98%
Franchisee Satisfaction
$2M+
Avg. Annual Revenue
giordano's franchise restaurant interior with deep dish pizza

The Giordanos Advantage

Joining the giordanos franchise network means you're backed by decades of brand trust, proven systems, and an unwavering commitment to quality that customers love.

Iconic Brand Recognition

Leverage the power of a brand that's been synonymous with Chicago's legendary deep dish pizza since 1974. Customers know and trust the giordano's name from coast to coast.

Comprehensive Training

Receive hands-on training at our Chicago headquarters covering operations, culinary techniques, customer service, and business management — everything you need to succeed.

Ongoing Support

Our dedicated franchise support team is available 7 days a week. From grand opening to daily operations, we're with you every step of the way to ensure your success.

National Marketing

Benefit from our national advertising campaigns, social media presence, and digital marketing efforts that drive customers to your door without the heavy lifting.

Proven Systems

Operate with confidence using our battle-tested recipes, supplier relationships, inventory management systems, and POS technology refined over five decades of success.

Protected Territory

Secure an exclusive geographic territory, ensuring no competing Giordanos location will enter your market. Your territory is yours to develop and grow without internal competition.

Giordanos Franchise Investment Requirements

Choose the model that aligns with your vision and financial goals. All tiers include full brand licensing and our comprehensive support package.

Starter

Express Location

$350K
Total estimated investment

  • Franchise Fee: $35,000
  • 800–1,500 sq ft space
  • Carry-out & delivery focus
  • Full recipe licensing
  • 2-week training program
  • Opening support team
  • 6% royalty on net sales
Apply for This Tier
Premium

Flagship Restaurant

$1.5M+
Total estimated investment

  • Franchise Fee: $75,000
  • 5,000+ sq ft premium space
  • Flagship brand experience
  • Multi-unit rights available
  • 6-week training program
  • Dedicated franchise partner
  • Priority marketing support
  • 5% royalty on net sales
Apply for This Tier

Investment ranges are estimates and may vary based on location, market conditions, and build-out requirements. Contact us for a detailed breakdown.

Your Path to Owning a Giordanos Pizza Franchise

We've streamlined the franchising process to get you from inquiry to grand opening with clarity and confidence at every stage.

Week 1

Submit Your Inquiry

Complete our online franchise inquiry form with your personal background, preferred location, and investment capacity. Our franchise development team will review your application and respond within 3 business days.

Week 2–3

Discovery Call & Qualification

Participate in an in-depth discovery call with our franchise team. We'll discuss your goals, review financial qualifications, explore available territories, and answer all your questions about the giordano's brand and business model.

Week 4–6

Review Franchise Disclosure Document

Receive and review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which provides full transparency about fees, obligations, earnings potential, and franchisee experiences. We encourage you to consult legal and financial advisors.

Week 7–8

Discovery Day at Headquarters

Visit our Chicago headquarters for an immersive Discovery Day. Meet the leadership team, tour our flagship locations, experience the kitchen operations firsthand, and connect with existing franchisees who share their journey.

Week 9–12

Sign Agreement & Secure Location

Finalize and sign the franchise agreement, pay the franchise fee, and work with our real estate team to identify and secure the ideal location for your restaurant. We provide site evaluation and lease negotiation support.

Month 3–6

Training, Build-Out & Grand Opening

Complete our comprehensive training program in Chicago, manage your restaurant build-out with our design team's guidance, hire your staff, and launch your grand opening with our full on-site support team by your side.

giordanos pizza restaurant kitchen team preparing deep dish pizza
Ongoing Franchisee Support
  • Dedicated franchise business advisor
  • Monthly performance check-ins
  • Annual retraining opportunities
  • National marketing fund access
  • Franchisee peer network
  • Technology & POS updates
  • Menu innovation pipeline

Hear From Our Franchise Owners

Real franchisees. Real results. See what becoming part of the giordanos family has meant for their lives and businesses.

"Opening my Giordanos franchise in Dallas was the best professional decision I've ever made. The brand recognition was instant — customers walked in on day one because they already knew and loved the giordano's name. The training was exceptional and the support team truly cares about your success."

Michael Torres - Giordanos franchisee in Dallas
Michael Torres
Franchisee — Dallas, TX (Since 2019)

"I was nervous about entering the restaurant industry with no prior experience, but Giordanos' training program is incredibly thorough. Within three months of opening, we were already outperforming projections. The proven systems they've built make running the restaurant straightforward and profitable."

Sarah Kim - Giordanos franchisee in Atlanta
Sarah Kim
Franchisee — Atlanta, GA (Since 2021)

"We started with one location in Miami and expanded to three within four years. The multi-unit franchise rights and the protected territory structure were what convinced us. Giordanos is genuinely invested in your growth — they celebrate every milestone alongside you like true partners."

David & Lisa Fernandez - multi-unit Giordanos franchisees in Miami
David & Lisa Fernandez
Multi-Unit Franchisees — Miami, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions about becoming a giordanos franchise partner.

No prior restaurant experience is required. While business management experience is beneficial, our comprehensive training program is designed to equip you with all the operational, culinary, and business skills needed to run a successful giordanos location. Many of our top-performing franchisees came from entirely different industries.

We require candidates to have a minimum net worth of $500,000 and liquid assets of at least $150,000 for an Express location, scaling up to $300,000 liquid for a Flagship restaurant. We work with preferred lenders who offer SBA loan programs specifically for Giordanos franchisees, which can significantly reduce the upfront capital needed.

The process typically takes 6 to 12 months from initial inquiry to grand opening. The largest variable is the real estate phase — finding and securing the right location, lease negotiation, permitting, and construction/build-out. Once a lease is signed, the training, setup, and launch phase typically runs 90 to 120 days.

Yes, absolutely. We actively encourage multi-unit ownership for franchisees who successfully demonstrate operational excellence with their first location. Multi-unit agreements come with reduced franchise fees on subsequent locations and can include area developer rights covering an entire metropolitan market. Many of our franchisees operate between 2–8 locations.

Ongoing fees include a royalty between 5%–6% of net sales (depending on your tier) and a 2% contribution to the National Marketing Fund. These fees fund the brand development, national advertising campaigns, and the ongoing support infrastructure that drives customers to your location. There are no hidden fees — full transparency is provided in our FDD.

We have established relationships with SBA-approved lenders and franchise-specialized financing institutions who understand our business model. We facilitate introductions to these lenders and can provide guidance on structuring your financing plan. Some franchisees also utilize ROBS (Rollover for Business Startups) strategies with their retirement funds.

Ready to Bring Giordanos Pizza to Your City?

Complete the inquiry form and our dedicated franchise development team will personally reach out to guide you through the next steps. No obligation — just a conversation about your goals.

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Within 3 Business Days
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Headquarters
1340 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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Your Future Starts with the World's Best Deep Dish Pizza

Join the giordanos franchise family and build the business — and life — you've always envisioned. Spots in key markets are filling fast.