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Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef

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Explore Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 1999· 27 yrs10 unitsalsbeef.com
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$68K – $85K

Unit Count

10

Year Founded

1999

Overview

Why Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef?

Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef is a food & beverage brand with over 27 years of operating history and 10 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$68K – $85K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2025201720162015201420132012

Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

10 franchisees of Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef

0 multi-unit operators10 units operated by franchisees
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Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise FAQ

Is Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef a franchise?

Yes. Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise fee?

The Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef initial franchise fee is $68K – $85K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise locations are there?

Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef operates 10 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef founded?

Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef was founded in 1999, giving the brand 27 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise profitable?

Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef FDD?

The current Al's Chicago's #1 Italian Beef FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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