45+ Years in Business
12+ Active Locations
95% Customer Return Rate
4.8 Average Rating

Franchise Benefits That
Set You Up for Success

When you partner with Dions, you're backed by decades of brand recognition, operational expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Proven Brand Power

Leverage 45+ years of brand heritage and a loyal customer base that trusts Dions for fresh, authentic pizza. No cold starts — you open with built-in recognition.

Comprehensive Training

Our 8-week intensive training program covers everything from dough preparation and customer service to inventory management and marketing strategy.

Ongoing Support

Dedicated franchise support specialists are available to guide you through every challenge. We don't disappear after signing — we're partners for life.

Marketing & Advertising

Access national and regional marketing campaigns, social media support, and customizable local marketing materials designed to drive traffic to your location.

Supply Chain Network

Benefit from our established supplier relationships and bulk purchasing power. Get premium ingredients at competitive prices that protect your profit margins.

Technology Platform

Our proprietary POS system, online ordering platform, and analytics dashboard give you the tools to run efficiently and understand your business performance.

Choose Your Investment Level

We offer flexible franchise models designed to fit different investment capacities and market opportunities across the United States.

Express Model

$150K–$250K Total Initial Investment
Compact footprint (800–1,200 sq ft)
Franchise fee: $25,000
Royalty: 6% of gross sales
Marketing fund: 2%
Pizza & subs menu only
4-week training program
Online ordering included
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Multi-Unit Deal

$800K–$1.5M Total Initial Investment
3–5 locations secured upfront
Franchise fee: $30,000/unit
Royalty: 4.5% of gross sales
Marketing fund: 2%
Protected territory rights
Priority site selection support
Dedicated franchise consultant
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* All investment figures are estimates. Actual costs vary based on location, build-out, and local market conditions. Speak with our franchise team for detailed financial disclosures.

Your Path to Owning
a Dions Franchise

From your first inquiry to opening day, our team guides you every step of the way with a clear, streamlined process.

1

Submit Inquiry

Fill out our franchise inquiry form with your background and investment capacity.

2

Initial Call

A franchise specialist connects with you within 48 hours to discuss your goals.

3

Discovery Day

Visit our Albuquerque headquarters, meet the team, and tour an operating location.

4

Review FDD

Receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document with your legal and financial advisors.

5

Sign Agreement

Finalize your franchise agreement and secure your territory with your initial fee.

6

Grand Opening

Complete training, build out your location, and launch with full Dions support behind you.

Average Timeline: 4–6 Months

From initial inquiry to grand opening day, most franchisees complete the full process within 4 to 6 months depending on site availability and permitting.

Built on Quality,
Powered by Community

Since 1978, Dions has been more than just a pizza restaurant — we're a cornerstone of the Albuquerque community. Our franchisees benefit from a formula that has stood the test of time, combining fresh ingredients, authentic recipes, and genuine hospitality.

Secret Recipe Advantage

Our proprietary dough recipe and sauce formulas have never changed since 1978. Customers come back for the same authentic taste, every single time.

Community-First Culture

Dions franchisees are invested members of their local communities. Our brand values and grassroots marketing approach resonate with customers on a personal level.

Fresh, Never Frozen

Our commitment to using only fresh ingredients is a competitive advantage that drives loyalty and differentiates Dions in any market we enter.

Strong Franchisee Support System

Our franchisee satisfaction rate is consistently above 90%. We build real partnerships and celebrate every success alongside our franchise family.

Dions restaurant team preparing fresh pizza in a well-equipped kitchen
45+ Years of Excellence

Hear From Our Franchise Family

"Opening my Dions franchise was the best business decision I've ever made. The training was thorough, the support team is always available, and customers walk in already knowing and loving the brand."

Marcus Thompson, Dions franchise owner in Santa Fe

Marcus Thompson

Santa Fe, NM — Owner since 2019

"I was nervous about entering the restaurant business for the first time, but Dions' comprehensive training and ongoing guidance made the transition seamless. We broke even in our first year."

Elena Rodriguez, Dions franchise owner in Rio Rancho

Elena Rodriguez

Rio Rancho, NM — Owner since 2021

"We now operate three Dions locations and are looking to open a fourth. The multi-unit program was exactly what we needed to scale efficiently. The territory protection alone is invaluable."

David Chen, multi-unit Dions franchise owner in Las Cruces

David Chen

Las Cruces, NM — 3 Locations

Ready to Own
Your Dions?

Complete the inquiry form and a member of our franchise development team will reach out within 48 business hours to schedule your complimentary discovery call.

Call Us:
+1 505-345-4900
Headquarters:
6308 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Response Time:
Within 48 business hours

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum $100K liquid capital
  • Net worth of $300K or more
  • Strong community involvement mindset
  • Willingness to follow proven systems
  • Prior business/management experience preferred

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