Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks

The Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise is a quick-service restaurant that specializes in fresh cheesesteaks. The cheesesteak concept was founded in 2019 and began franchising two years later in 2021. In the beginning, Big Shawn's served hungry customers in street corners, events, private parties, and more. To keep up with demand, the cheesecake franchise opened a brick-and-mortar location. The cheesesteak concept's unique menu includes eggrolls, Italian Ice Water, and more. Prospective candidates can expect an initial investment that ranges between $137,150 and $226,100. The one-time initial franchise fee is $24,500. You will also also be provided with an exclusive territory, which will decrease your competition in the area. 

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Background

When it comes to quick-service restaurants, pizza and burgers may first come to mind. But a sensation that has also lead to the success of entrepreneurs is Philly cheesesteaks. Since  the 1930s, Americans have not been able to get enough of Philly cheesesteaks, and restaurants that specialize in making them have sprung up as a result. If you want to cash in on the booming QSR industry, then look no further than the Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise. This emerging brand specializes in fresh cheesecake and has a unique menu that also includes eggrolls, Italian Ice Water, and more. The cheesesteak concept was founded in 2019, and it began franchising two years later in 2021. In the beginning of the business' history, Big Shawn's served hungry customers in street corners, events, private parties, and more. To keep up with demand, the cheesecake franchise opened a brick-and-mortar location. Prospective candidates can expect an initial investment that ranges between $137,150 and $226,100. The one-time initial franchise fee is $24,500. You will also also be provided with an exclusive territory, which will decrease your competition in the area. You will be the only Big Shawn's Cheesesteak franchise representative in that area. 
You will also benefit from the franchise's support and training. In terms of support and training, you can expect classroom and on-the-job instruction during an initial training program before your location opens. In addition to grand opening assistance, you'll also be assisted with site selection and have social media support. Topics covered during this program include food preparation and customer service.

Company Details

Headquarters: Grand Rapids, MI
Founded: 2019
First franchise: 2021
Canada: No
International: No 
B2B: No
Exclusive territory: Yes
Absentee: No
Mobile/home-based:  No

Support and Training Offered By Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks

In terms of support and training, you can expect classroom and on-the-job instruction during an initial training program before your location opens. In addition to grand opening assistance, you'll also be assisted with site selection and have social media support. Topics covered include food preparation and customer service.

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Franchise.

What does a Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Franchise Cost?

Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise fees for 2024:

Royalty Fee: 5.5%
Net Worth Requirement: $24,500
Initial Investment:  $137,150 and $226,100 
Cash Requirement: $24,500
Initial Franchise Fee: $24,500
Third-party financing: Yes

Is Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks a Home Based franchise?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Franchise Owners Make?

This information is not available. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks does not offer an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document.

Is Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Offer a Veteran Discount?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise does not offer a veteran discount.

Is Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks Looking for International franchisees?

No. Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Big Shawn's Cheesesteaks's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

Less than $25,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

No

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

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