How many Chesters outlets were operating in Illinois at the start of 2024?
Chesters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termination | Non- Renewal | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2022 | 45 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| 2023 | 45 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 45 | |
| 2024 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 40 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 38–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 45 Chesters outlets operating in Illinois at the start of 2024. This figure is based on the 'Systemwide Outlet Summary' table, which provides a breakdown of outlet activity by state and year.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the existing market presence of Chesters in Illinois. It can be helpful to further investigate the performance of these existing locations to understand the brand's acceptance and potential for growth in the state.
It is important to note that the table includes all franchised Chesters Restaurants, regardless of the types of locations in which they operate, because they operate under the same brand and sell the same products. The table does not include the Licensed Restaurants operated by retail foodservice businesses under the "CHESTER FRIED Total Program."