Join the Family
Own a Dewey's pizza Franchise
Become part of the dewey's pizza legacy. We're expanding across the United States, bringing artisan handcrafted pizzas and a proven business model to passionate entrepreneurs everywhere.
Apply NowWhy Partner With Us
The Deweys Pizza Advantage
When you invest in a deweys pizza franchise, you're not just buying a business — you're joining a family built on passion, craft, and community.
Proven Brand Recognition
Leverage the established dewey's reputation. Our brand is synonymous with quality artisan pizza across the United States, giving you instant customer trust from day one.
Comprehensive Training
Our 8-week intensive training program covers everything — from dough preparation and ingredient sourcing to operations, marketing, and customer experience management.
Ongoing Operational Support
Dedicated field support teams visit regularly. Our expert advisors are available by phone and email to help you tackle any challenge at any stage of your journey.
National Marketing Campaigns
Benefit from corporate-level national advertising, digital campaigns, social media support, and professionally designed materials — all included in your franchise partnership.
Exclusive Supply Chain
Access our vetted network of premium ingredient suppliers at negotiated franchise pricing. Consistent quality and cost savings give your location a competitive edge from the start.
Strong Return on Investment
Our franchisees achieve average break-even within 24–30 months. With robust margins on artisan products and growing brand demand, deweys delivers real financial performance.
Investment Requirements
Choose Your Dewey's Format
From compact express locations to full-service dine-in restaurants, we have a franchise format to match your market and investment goals.
Express Format
Pizza Counter
$120K – $200K
- 400–800 sq ft footprint
- Takeout & delivery focused
- 5–8 staff members
- Core artisan pizza menu
- Full training program
- Marketing support package
- POS & ordering system
- 10-year franchise agreement
Standard Format
Full Pizzeria
$300K – $500K
- 1,200–2,000 sq ft dining room
- Dine-in, takeout & delivery
- 15–22 staff members
- Full signature menu
- Bar & craft beverages
- Premium marketing package
- Advanced POS & analytics
- 15-year franchise agreement
Flagship Format
Signature Restaurant
$600K – $1M+
- 2,500–4,000 sq ft venue
- Full-service dining experience
- 30–50 staff members
- Extended seasonal menu
- Private event & catering space
- Full marketing & PR support
- Enterprise tech platform
- 20-year franchise agreement
All investment ranges include franchise fee, equipment, initial inventory, and training costs.
Start Your ApplicationHow It Works
Your Path to Owning a Dewey's
We've made the franchise process straightforward and transparent. From initial inquiry to grand opening day, our team is with you every step of the way.
Submit Your Inquiry
Complete the franchise inquiry form below with your background, preferred location, and investment budget. Our franchise development team reviews every application personally — no automated rejections.
Takes 10 minutesDiscovery Call
A dedicated franchise advisor schedules a personal 45-minute call to learn more about your goals, answer questions, and determine the best format for your market. We want to make sure it's the right fit — for both of us.
Within 3 business daysFranchise Disclosure Document
Receive and review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which contains comprehensive details about the opportunity, financials, and obligations. We encourage you to consult a franchise attorney before proceeding.
14-day review periodDiscovery Day & Site Selection
Visit our Kirkwood, MO headquarters, meet the corporate team, and experience the Dewey's culture firsthand. Our real estate team then helps you identify and evaluate prime locations in your preferred market.
1–2 day visitSign & Secure Financing
Execute the franchise agreement and finalize your financing. We work with preferred SBA lenders and financing partners who understand the Dewey's model and can expedite your approval process.
30–60 daysTraining & Grand Opening
Complete our 8-week comprehensive training program at our training facility. Then our opening team comes to your location for the first two weeks to ensure a successful, high-energy grand opening day.
8–10 weeksFranchisee Stories
Hear From the Dewey Family
"Opening my dewey's location in Nashville was the best decision of my life. The training prepared me for everything, and the corporate team was available every time I needed them. We hit break-even in just 20 months."
"The Dewey's brand sells itself. Our community in Denver already knew and loved the name, so our grand opening drew an incredible crowd. The marketing support and supply chain savings make this franchise a clear winner."
"I came from zero restaurant experience. Dewey's training program gave me the confidence and skills to run a high-volume pizzeria from the start. Two years in, I'm already planning my second location."
Take the First Step
Franchise Inquiry Form
Tell us about yourself and your goals. A member of our Dewey franchise team will be in touch within 3 business days.
Ready to Own Your Dewey's?
Whether you're an experienced restaurateur or a passionate entrepreneur entering the food industry for the first time, our team is here to guide you through every step of the deweys franchise journey.
