McAlister's Deli
Food: Quick-Service Restaurants → Sandwiches: Miscellaneous
Own a McAlister's Deli Franchise
Bring Southern hospitality and handcrafted deli favorites to your community.
Average Net Sales$1,868,101from the brand’s own disclosures
Total units572from the brand’s own disclosures
Brand overview
McAlister's Deli began in 1989 when a dentist transformed an old Oxford, Mississippi gas station into a welcoming deli rooted in Southern hospitality. Today, the brand has grown to over 550 locations across more than 30 states, serving hearty sandwiches, giant spuds, and famous sweet tea. Every location is designed to make gathering easier and ensure every guest feels right at home.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose
McAlister's offers a streamlined operating model with no grills or fryers required, which eliminates early mornings and late nights while saving on resources. Franchisees benefit from multiple revenue channels including dine-in, takeout, catering, online ordering, and a pick-up window. You also join a billion-dollar brand backed by comprehensive real estate and construction guidance to assist with site selection and development.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Average Net Sales
$1,868,101
for Fiscal Year 2025*
- Total investment
- $1,300,000–$2,600,000
- Franchise fee
- $35,500
- Cash Required
- $425,000
- Net worth
- $1,000,000
Growth Trends
Training & support
New franchisees receive classroom training and hands-on experience at a high-volume McAlister's Deli covering the menu, operation standards, and hospitality philosophy. Ongoing support includes a dedicated franchise business consultant, a supply chain team to help leverage spend management, and national marketing campaigns supplemented by a field marketing manager for localized plans.
Ideal candidate
McAlister's seeks experienced restaurant operators who have the know-how needed to thrive in food service. The ideal franchisee is a true people person who understands they are in the people business as much as the restaurant business. They are entrepreneurial individuals who think big and work hard to achieve growth goals.