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Buy a Little Caesars Franchise

Little Caesars, founded in 1959 by Mike and Marian Ilitch in Garden City, Michigan, is the third-largest pizza chain globally, behind Domino’s and Pizza Hut, with over 4,200 U.S. locations and international presence in 25+ countries. Known for its “Pizza! Pizza!” slogan and “Hot-N-Ready” $5-6 large pizzas launched in 1999, it emphasizes high-volume, value-driven carryout with simple menus of fresh dough pizzas, wings, and sides. Privately owned by Ilitch Holdings and headquartered in Detroit, the brand franchised its first unit in 1962, now boasting 4,285 total units (mostly franchised) via aggressive multi-unit development in strip malls, non-traditional spots like campuses and military bases, and captive venues. With $4B+ systemwide sales, it targets experienced operators for scalable growth in a resilient QSR pizza sector.

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Why buy a Little Caesars Franchise?

Little Caesars delivers iconic brand power, low-price leadership, and proven scalability in a $45B+ pizza market, with veteran incentives, non-trad flexibility, and 6% royalties for quick ROI and portfolio diversification.

Little Caesars Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      1959

    • Franchising Since

      1962

    • New Startup Cost

      $376,500 – $1,769,200

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $20,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $5,000

      per Restaurant (change of control); $1,000 non-control

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

      of Gross Sales or $300/week min

    • Marketing Fee

      Up to 7%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      4374

    • New Units Opened *

      109

    • Units Transferred *

      239

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      Not Disclosed

    * Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

Little Caesars – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Little Caesars offers robust training at its Detroit facility, site selection, equipment via subsidiary Blue Line, marketing via 5% ad fund, and ongoing ops manuals for tight, consistent execution. Veterans/first responders receive fee discounts ($5K-$20K off), with territory protection and third-party financing for startup.

  2. Ideal Owner

    Ideal franchisees are experienced restaurateurs with $400K net worth/$200K cash, ops discipline, and multi-unit ambition—no pizza background needed, but tight management skills essential for high-volume model.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Little Caesars ranks high in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 and Top Global Franchises, praised for rapid growth, value innovation, and community impact. Ilitch's legacy includes sports ties (Detroit Red Wings/Tigers owner), bolstering its powerhouse status.

  4. Industry / Market

    U.S. pizza sales exceed $45B annually, growing 4-6% with QSR carryout surging post-pandemic amid value demand. Non-traditional expansions project 5%+ CAGR through 2030, fueled by convenience and affordability.

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