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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - Franchise
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Join the largest barbecue franchise in the world! Our smokin’ hot franchise has been treating guests to Legit.Texas.Barbecue barbecue since 1941. If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio or looking to retire and start a business, we’re seeking passionate entrepreneurs to join our award winning franchise.
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2025Minimum Cash Required $100,000 Year Founded 1941 Training & Support Yes Available In These States:
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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - Franchise
Your Best Barbecue Franchise Opportunity
Homegrown and Family Owned
In 1941, Travis Dickey started cooking traditional hickory-smoked barbecue in Dallas, Texas. Today, Dickey’s has grown into an international BBQ franchise with over 550 locations across the U.S. and eight countries. We are expanding into prime territories worldwide.
Join the Dickey’s Family
Dickey’s is seeking passionate investors to join the family. With unmatched support, your franchise will be up and running quickly. Share our love for great barbecue and Texas hospitality.
We Believe In Better Barbecue
With eight decades of experience and over 30 years in franchising, Dickey’s has perfected fast-casual barbecue. Our barbecue is slow-smoked daily by Pit Masters, and our sides are made from original recipes. Enjoy an authentic, craft barbecue experience.
We’re a Franchisee Favorite
Recognized by top industry publications, Dickey’s has earned awards from Franchise Direct, Entrepreneur, and Fast Casual, including Top 100 Movers & Shakers and the Top Food Franchise of 2020.
Press & Awards
- Fast Casual: Top 100 Movers & Shakers 2024
- Top 30 Movers & Shakers in Catering 2024
- Franchise Direct: Top 100 Franchises, Global Award 2021
- D Magazine: Top 500 CEO's
Carve Out Your Piece of the Best Barbecue Franchise
We’re ready to help you start your own Dickey’s Barbecue Pit franchise and serve the best barbecue in the industry.
Smokin’ Franchise Brand
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is a beloved brand with over 80 years of experience in authentic, slow-smoked barbecue. From a small family business in Dallas, Texas, we’ve grown into an international franchise with a loyal following and over 550 locations worldwide.
Our brand is recognized for offering franchisees robust support and the opportunity to be part of a trusted, family-owned business. We treat every franchisee like family, providing the resources needed to succeed in the fast-casual barbecue industry.
Why Dickey’s?
Dickey’s offers eight streams of revenue, including dine-in, delivery, catering, and more. As the largest fast-casual barbecue franchise globally, we combine classic recipes with cutting-edge technology to help franchisees thrive. Our Barbecue University ensures you’re fully trained to run a successful business.
With protected territories and an efficient footprint of about 1,500 sq ft, Dickey’s gives you a unique competitive edge.
Qualifications for Franchise Owners
Ideal franchise owners are motivated, hardworking, and passionate about barbecue. We look for individuals eager to embrace our commitment to quality and hospitality. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or new to the franchise world, if you’re driven to succeed, you can thrive as a Dickey’s franchisee.
14 Mar, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Three-Store Development Agreement in Northern CaliforniaDetails
20 Jul, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Open Three New Stores in Amarillo AreaDetails
27 Jun, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Expansion in El Paso, TXDetails
26 May, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Inks Development Deal for Eight Stores in Texas and LouisianaDetails
29 Apr, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Three-Store Development Agreement in OhioDetails
22 Apr, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces 12-Store Development Agreement in CaliforniaDetails
19 Apr, 2016 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Signs Four-Store Agreement in OregonDetails
6 Apr, 2016 - Multi-Concept Franchisee To Open 10 Dickey's Barbecue Pit Locations throughout ArizonaDetails
25 Mar, 2016 - Family Franchise Business Brings Three Dickey's Barbecue Pit Locations to Eastern MichiganDetails
23 Mar, 2016 - Dickeys Barbecue Pit Announces Expansion Plans Within New York State, Adding Two Stores in Buffalo, NYDetails
25 Jul, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Expands into Mississippi DeltaDetails
12 Feb, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Inks Four-Store Development Agreement To Mark 100th Location in CaliforniaDetails
4 Feb, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Executes Eight-Store Development Agreement in Nevada and Southern CaliforniaDetails
20 Jan, 2016 - Seasoned Restaurant Executive, Barry M. Barron, Sr. Named COO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.Details
20 Jan, 2016 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Rings in the New Year with $1 Pulled Pork SlidersDetails
20 Jan, 2016 - Gina Young Serves as Sole Female Member of Dickey's Barbecue Pit Owner/Operator CouncilDetails
20 Jan, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Makes Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 ListDetails
18 Dec, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Introduces New Menu Items Here to StayDetails
1 Dec, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Breaks Holiday Sales RecordsDetails
24 Nov, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Expands With Four New Stores in VirginiaDetails
12 Jul, 2017 - Several businesses to open their doors in MabankDetails
27 Apr, 2021 - World's Largest BBQ Franchise Is Expanding In a Dozen States This YearDetails
1 Oct, 2020 - WORLD’S LARGEST BARBECUE FRANCHISE HEADS DOWN UNDERDetails
29 Jan, 2021 - DICKEY’S LEGIT. TEXAS. BARBECUE. ARRIVES IN SINGAPOREDetails
14 Jan, 2021 - DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT FUELS MULTINATIONAL FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT IN Q4Details
29 Jan, 2021 - CALIFORNIA DICKEY’S BARBECUE FRANCHISEE ADDS TWO MORE STORES TO PORTFOLIODetails
13 Jul, 2020 - Dallas-based barbecue chain finishes the quarter strong as it maps out future new locations across the U.S.Details
8 Jul, 2020 - Why Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Franchise Options Are a Perfect FitDetails
24 Jun, 2020 - How Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Franchise Continued Growing During The PandemicDetails
12 Jul, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue adds Bremerton locationDetails
17 Nov, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Eyeing 2016 Growth in Japan, South Korea, PhilippinesDetails
22 May, 2017 - Celebrate National Barbecue Day Tomorrow with Dickey's Barbecue PitDetails
22 May, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Offers Special Franchise Deal to First RespondersDetails
17 May, 2017 - Founder of Texas-style Slow Smoked Barbecue to Make a 'Pit Stop' in Sacramento RegionDetails
17 May, 2017 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Gets Fired Up for National Barbecue Month with Big GiveawaysDetails
17 May, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Investor Opening his Own LocationDetails
17 May, 2017 - Kansas City Chiefs Corner Back Stanley Jean-Baptiste to Open Two Dickey's Barbecue Pit LocationsDetails
16 Aug, 2016 - Southern California will Soon Get a Taste of Texas Barbecue with Five New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit LocationsDetails
3 Aug, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit To Expand in South TexasDetails
29 Jul, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Germantown Celebrates Customer Appreciation Event ThursdayDetails
24 Sep, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Stops by for Guest Appreciation Event at Dickey's Barbecue Pit in AuroraDetails
17 Sep, 2014 - Life Gets Sweeter in Sweetwater with New Dickey’s Barbecue PitDetails
16 Sep, 2014 - Put On Your Party Pants: Dickey's Barbecue Celebrates One Year Anniversary in AppletonDetails
15 Sep, 2014 - Catering Sales Are Smokin’ Hot at Dickey’s Barbecue RestaurantsDetails
27 Aug, 2014 - Restaurant Leader Takes on Barbecue with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in FletcherDetails
27 Aug, 2014 - Franchisee Opens Second Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Location in WisconsinDetails
21 Aug, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Stops by for Guest Appreciation Event at Dickey's Barbecue Pit in AuroraDetails
21 Aug, 2014 - Army Engineer and Brisket Lover Opens Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in HometownDetails
12 Aug, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Visits Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Overland Park for Customer EventDetails
7 Oct, 2014 - New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hosts Texas Size Barbecue Party in AvonDetails
24 Jul, 2014 - New Career Path Leads Men to Barbecue with Dickey's Barbecue PitDetails
17 Jul, 2014 - America's Got Talent Contestant Performs at New Dickey's Barbecue Pit in TracyDetails
14 Jul, 2014 - Roland Dickey Stops by Plymouth for Guest Event that Gives to Flood ReliefDetails
3 Jul, 2014 - Your Barbecue PersonalityDetails
2 Jul, 2014 - Couple Opens First Dickey's Barbecue Pit in PalmdaleDetails
13 Jun, 2014 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Brings Slow Smoked Texas Barbecue to BrentwoodDetails
9 May, 2014 - Gettin' Saucy for National Barbecue MonthDetails
4 Apr, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Opens Seven New Locations in One WeekDetails
8 Jul, 2015 - EY Recognizes Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. CEO Roland Dickey Jr. as Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2015 Award Winner in the Southwest RegionDetails
10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners: Skyler Jones of Garden City, IdahoDetails
10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners: Amberly Patrick of Cleburne, TXDetails
10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit owner Jay Rhodes of Altoona/State College, PADetails
4 Nov, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Addresses the WHO Red Meat StudyDetails
20 Oct, 2015 - DICKEY’S BARBECUE LOOKS TO THE FUTURE WITH A SMALLER, FASTER PROTOTYPEDetails
24 Sep, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Continues Expansion Plans Across the Grand Canyon StateDetails
16 Sep, 2015 - First Dickey's Barbecue Pit to Open on a Military Installation Begins Service August 27Details
16 Sep, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Partnership with Jewel-Osco Grocery Stores to Sell Signature Buttery RollsDetails
21 Aug, 2015 - Founder of Texas-style Slow Smoked Barbecue to Make a ‘Pit Stop’ in San Jose RegionDetails
10 Feb, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Announces Largest Franchise Deal in Company HistoryDetails
4 Jun, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Gains Operational Insight across 500 Stores with Advanced Big Data Analytics in the CloudDetails
21 May, 2015 - New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Mason Arrives for National Barbecue MonthDetails
21 May, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Named Number Four in 2015 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers listDetails
30 Apr, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Arrives to Maumelle/North Little Rock in Time for SummerDetails
30 Apr, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hits Victorville with Three Day Barbecue BonanzaDetails
30 Apr, 2015 - Texas Favorite Arrives in Corona with New Dickey’s Barbecue PitDetails
25 Mar, 2015 - Yeehaw Yakima! Dickey's Barbecue Opens with a Three Day Barbecue BashDetails
7 Oct, 2014 - Man Takes Barbecue Hobby to the Big Leagues with New Dickey’s Barbecue PitDetails
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