Franchise FAQs

What type of franchise is available?

Papa-N-Son’s offers you the opportunity to take a Bite of Chicago to your town by creating a Chicago-style experience in local neighborhoods with a whole new fast-casual restaurant concept. Papa-N-Son’s provides Chicago and Greek food in an in-line retail location between 1,400 and 2,000 square feet and feature a Chicago style neighborhood restaurant while immersing yourself in a little bit of Chicago’s excitement when you enter a Papa-N-Son’s restaurant with its abundance of posters, memorabilia and Chicago style hospitality.

How much will I need to invest?

The estimated initial investments to establish a Papa-N-Son’s franchise will be between $196,450 to
$296,800. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000, initial inventory, the leasehold improvements, equipment, signage, security deposits, three month’s rent, blue prints and permits, point of sale system, furnishings and working capital to open your restaurant.

Do you offer financing?

Papa-N-Son’s does not offer any direct financing but can recommend some third party financing options for you. Equipment leases are very common in the industry and we can help you with lease providers. Also ask us about utilizing your retirement account tax free to fund you business.

How do I know if this is a good business for my area?

Papa-N-Son’s was created with a vision for bringing a Taste of Chicago to neighborhoods around the United States and to share the food that made Chicago famous while creating a restaurant opportunity with a small investment. There are a number of burger and pizza opportunities, but Papa-N-Son’s offers something out of the ordinary with our unique Chicago-style food offering.  If you have found yourself looking for something different when eating out, then you are likely not alone in that quest in your city.  There are multiple revenue streams including dine-in, carry-out and catering.

What is the royalty fee?

The royalty fee covers the ongoing support services that you will receive as a Papa-N-Son’s franchisee, as well as entitling you to the use of the Papa-N-Son’s service marks, proprietary business system and marketing assistance. The royalty fee is a six percent of gross sales.

How much money can I make with a Papa-N-Son’s franchise?

The Federal Trade Commission regulates what Papa-N-Son’s is allowed to disclose to potential franchisees. As you proceed through the process of purchasing your Papa-N-Son’s business, you will receive the Franchise Disclosure Document that details more about the business opportunity.

What is the next step?

Simply, complete the Franchise Contact Form. Upon receiving the form we will contact you.
Also feel free to contact us at (706) 955-9514 or email Dino Dakuras at

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