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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit - Franchise


Quick Summary

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 2025

Minimum Cash Required $121,722
Year Founded 1941
Training & Support Yes

Available In These States:

We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
  • AK
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • ID
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
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  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
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  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI
  • WV
  • WY

International Availability:

Accepting In These Countries:
  • United States and Canada
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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 California
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20 Jul, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to Open Three New Stores in Amarillo Area
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27 Jun, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Expansion in El Paso, TX
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26 May, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Inks Development Deal for Eight Stores in Texas and Louisiana
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29 Apr, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Three-Store Development Agreement in Ohio
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22 Apr, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces 12-Store Development Agreement in California
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19 Apr, 2016 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Signs Four-Store Agreement in Oregon
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6 Apr, 2016 - Multi-Concept Franchisee To Open 10 Dickey's Barbecue Pit Locations throughout Arizona
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25 Mar, 2016 - Family Franchise Business Brings Three Dickey's Barbecue Pit Locations to Eastern Michigan
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23 Mar, 2016 - Dickeys Barbecue Pit Announces Expansion Plans Within New York State, Adding Two Stores in Buffalo, NY
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25 Jul, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Expands into Mississippi Delta
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12 Feb, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Inks Four-Store Development Agreement To Mark 100th Location in California
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4 Feb, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Executes Eight-Store Development Agreement in Nevada and Southern California
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20 Jan, 2016 - Seasoned Restaurant Executive, Barry M. Barron, Sr. Named COO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.
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20 Jan, 2016 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Rings in the New Year with $1 Pulled Pork Sliders
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20 Jan, 2016 - Gina Young Serves as Sole Female Member of Dickey's Barbecue Pit Owner/Operator Council
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20 Jan, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Makes Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List
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18 Dec, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Introduces New Menu Items Here to Stay
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1 Dec, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Breaks Holiday Sales Records
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24 Nov, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Expands With Four New Stores in Virginia
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12 Jul, 2017 - Several businesses to open their doors in Mabank
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27 Apr, 2021 - World's Largest BBQ Franchise Is Expanding In a Dozen States This Year
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1 Oct, 2020 - WORLD’S LARGEST BARBECUE FRANCHISE HEADS DOWN UNDER
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29 Jan, 2021 - DICKEY’S LEGIT. TEXAS. BARBECUE. ARRIVES IN SINGAPORE
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14 Jan, 2021 - DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT FUELS MULTINATIONAL FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT IN Q4
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29 Jan, 2021 - CALIFORNIA DICKEY’S BARBECUE FRANCHISEE ADDS TWO MORE STORES TO PORTFOLIO
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13 Jul, 2020 - Dallas-based barbecue chain finishes the quarter strong as it maps out future new locations across the U.S.
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8 Jul, 2020 - Why Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Franchise Options Are a Perfect Fit
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24 Jun, 2020 - How Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Franchise Continued Growing During The Pandemic
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12 Jul, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue adds Bremerton location
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17 Nov, 2015 - Dickey's Barbecue Eyeing 2016 Growth in Japan, South Korea, Philippines
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22 May, 2017 - Celebrate National Barbecue Day Tomorrow with Dickey's Barbecue Pit
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22 May, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Offers Special Franchise Deal to First Responders
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17 May, 2017 - Founder of Texas-style Slow Smoked Barbecue to Make a 'Pit Stop' in Sacramento Region
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17 May, 2017 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Gets Fired Up for National Barbecue Month with Big Giveaways
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17 May, 2017 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit Investor Opening his Own Location
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17 May, 2017 - Kansas City Chiefs Corner Back Stanley Jean-Baptiste to Open Two Dickey's Barbecue Pit Locations
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16 Aug, 2016 - Southern California will Soon Get a Taste of Texas Barbecue with Five New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Locations
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3 Aug, 2016 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit To Expand in South Texas
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29 Jul, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Germantown Celebrates Customer Appreciation Event Thursday
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24 Sep, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Stops by for Guest Appreciation Event at Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Aurora
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17 Sep, 2014 - Life Gets Sweeter in Sweetwater with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
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16 Sep, 2014 - Put On Your Party Pants: Dickey's Barbecue Celebrates One Year Anniversary in Appleton
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15 Sep, 2014 - Catering Sales Are Smokin’ Hot at Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants
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27 Aug, 2014 - Restaurant Leader Takes on Barbecue with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Fletcher
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27 Aug, 2014 - Franchisee Opens Second Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Location in Wisconsin
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21 Aug, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Stops by for Guest Appreciation Event at Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Aurora
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21 Aug, 2014 - Army Engineer and Brisket Lover Opens Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Hometown
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12 Aug, 2014 - Mr. Dickey Visits Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Overland Park for Customer Event
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7 Oct, 2014 - New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hosts Texas Size Barbecue Party in Avon
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24 Jul, 2014 - New Career Path Leads Men to Barbecue with Dickey's Barbecue Pit
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17 Jul, 2014 - America's Got Talent Contestant Performs at New Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Tracy
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14 Jul, 2014 - Roland Dickey Stops by Plymouth for Guest Event that Gives to Flood Relief
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3 Jul, 2014 - Your Barbecue Personality
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2 Jul, 2014 - Couple Opens First Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Palmdale
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13 Jun, 2014 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Brings Slow Smoked Texas Barbecue to Brentwood
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9 May, 2014 - Gettin' Saucy for National Barbecue Month
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4 Apr, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Opens Seven New Locations in One Week
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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 Region
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10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners: Skyler Jones of Garden City, Idaho
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10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners: Amberly Patrick of Cleburne, TX
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10 Nov, 2015 - Real Talk with Real Owners – Dickey’s Barbecue Pit owner Jay Rhodes of Altoona/State College, PA
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4 Nov, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. Addresses the WHO Red Meat Study
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20 Oct, 2015 - DICKEY’S BARBECUE LOOKS TO THE FUTURE WITH A SMALLER, FASTER PROTOTYPE
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24 Sep, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Continues Expansion Plans Across the Grand Canyon State
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16 Sep, 2015 - First Dickey's Barbecue Pit to Open on a Military Installation Begins Service August 27
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16 Sep, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Announces Partnership with Jewel-Osco Grocery Stores to Sell Signature Buttery Rolls
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21 Aug, 2015 - Founder of Texas-style Slow Smoked Barbecue to Make a ‘Pit Stop’ in San Jose Region
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10 Feb, 2014 - Dickey's Barbecue Announces Largest Franchise Deal in Company History
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4 Jun, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Gains Operational Insight across 500 Stores with Advanced Big Data Analytics in the Cloud
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21 May, 2015 - New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Mason Arrives for National Barbecue Month
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21 May, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Named Number Four in 2015 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list
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30 Apr, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Arrives to Maumelle/North Little Rock in Time for Summer
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30 Apr, 2015 - Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Hits Victorville with Three Day Barbecue Bonanza
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30 Apr, 2015 - Texas Favorite Arrives in Corona with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
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25 Mar, 2015 - Yeehaw Yakima! Dickey's Barbecue Opens with a Three Day Barbecue Bash
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7 Oct, 2014 - Man Takes Barbecue Hobby to the Big Leagues with New Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
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