As the largest carryout-only pizza chain in the world, Little Caesars is doing something right. Little Caesars is an international brand and household name. It’s come a long way since starting as a single store in metro Detroit in 1959.
The Little Caesars brand and distinction of being named “Best Value in America”* for the last 12 years is proof of its commitment to satisfying customers by providing one of America’s favorite meals at an affordable cost.
Today, Little Caesars is looking for franchisees to bring HOT-N-READY® pizza to a wide range of communities nationwide. The company also offers opportunities in non-traditional franchise venues, including convenience stores, college campuses and military bases. Little Caesars works closely with franchisees to develop locations with customized architectural and build-out plans.
"Highest Rated Chain-Value for the Money” based on a nationwide survey of quick service restaurant consumers conducted by Sandelman & Associates, 2007-2015."
Year Established: 1959
Franchising Since: 1962
Franchised Units | 3,755 | 88.2% |
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Company-Owned Units | 501 | 11.8% |
Total Operating Units | 4,256 | 100% |
USA | 4,256 | 100.0% | In 53 States |
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Canada | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Provinces |
International | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Foreign Countries |
Total | 4,256 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
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Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
Density | Units |
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Texas | 376 |
California | 365 |
Michigan | 262 |
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
Back to TopIFA Member | Yes |
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CFA Member | No |
Franchisee Association? | No |
Size of Corporate Staff | 0 |
Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
Lease Negotiation Assistance | Yes |
Financial Assistance | No |
Co-Op Advertising | Yes |
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National Advertising | Yes |
Regional Advertising | No |
Local Advertising | Yes |
Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos |
Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies |
Central Data Processing | N/A |
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Central Purchasing | Included |
Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
Field Training | Included |
Initial Store Opening | Included |
Inventory Control | Included |
Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
Regional or National Meetings | Included |
800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Detroit, MI | 8 Weeks |
Minimum Net Worth | $250K |
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Cash Investment | $100K |
Total Investment | $334-1,370.5K |
Average Total Investment | $852K |
Initial Franchise Fee | $20K |
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Average Franchise Fee | $20K |
On-Going Royalty | 6% |
Average Royalty | N/A |
Advertising Fee | 4.4% |
Average Number of Full-Time Employees | N/A |
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Average Number of Part-Time Employees | N/A |
Space Needs (in square feet) | 1400 |
Preferred Site Types | Free Standing Building, Strip Center |
Encourages Conversions | Yes |
Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | No |
Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Financial Net Worth | 4 |
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General Business Experience | 2 |
Specific Industry Experience | 2 |
Formal Education | 2 |
Psychological Profile | 4 |
Personal Interviews | 5 |
Term of Initial Contract | 10 |
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Term of Renewal Period | 10 |
Passive Ownership? | Not Allowed |
Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 5 years |
Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 200 |
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USA | Yes, All United States |
Canada | Yes, All Provinces |
Overseas | Yes, Colombia, Philippines, Chile, Peru, Poland, Thailand, Jamaica, Bahamas |