Own a Piece of Chicago's Legend
Join the Pequod's Pizza family and bring our iconic caramelized deep dish crust to your city. Partner with a brand that has been trusted since 1987.
35+
Years of Legacy
500K+
Happy Customers
4.8
Average Rating
#1
Deep Dish Brand
The Pequod's Franchise Advantage
When you partner with Pequod's Pizza, you gain more than a brand — you gain a proven system, passionate support, and a loyal customer base built over decades.
Iconic Brand Recognition
Leverage the reputation of Chicago's most celebrated deep dish pizza brand, recognized by food lovers across the country.
Comprehensive Training
Our 8-week training program covers everything from our signature recipes to operations, staffing, and customer service excellence.
Ongoing Support
Dedicated franchise support team available year-round for marketing, operational guidance, and business growth strategy.
National Marketing Power
Benefit from our national campaigns, social media presence, and proven local marketing toolkits ready to deploy from day one.
Exclusive Supply Chain
Access our network of premium ingredient suppliers ensuring consistent quality at competitive prices for all franchise locations.
Proven Profitability
Our business model is built on decades of operational refinement, giving franchisees a clear roadmap to sustainable profitability.
Find the Right Investment Level
We offer flexible franchise models to fit different markets and investment capacities, from express kiosks to full-service flagship restaurants.
Express Kiosk
$150K – $250K / total investment
Standard Restaurant
$350K – $600K / total investment
Flagship Location
$750K – $1.2M / total investment
Your Path to Ownership
Our franchise process is designed to be transparent and supportive every step of the way — from your first inquiry to your grand opening.
Submit Inquiry
Fill out our franchise interest form with your background and goals.
Initial Review
Our team reviews your application within 5–7 business days.
Discovery Call
A one-on-one call to discuss your vision, market, and fit.
FDD Review
Receive and review our Franchise Disclosure Document with your advisor.
Agreement & Training
Sign the franchise agreement and begin your 8-week training program.
Grand Opening!
Open your doors with full support from our launch team on-site.
Ready to Own a Pequod's?
Take the first step toward franchise ownership today. Complete the inquiry form and our franchise development team will reach out to guide you through the process.
Quick Response Time
We respond to all franchise inquiries within 2 business days.
Dedicated Advisor
You'll be assigned a personal franchise development advisor.
No Obligation
Submitting an inquiry is completely free with no commitment required.
Prefer to Call?
+1 847-470-9161 — speak directly with our team.