Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks Orlando with 2 stadium deals

Restaurant chain Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks is making major “moves” in Orlando, Florida, signing one other stadium deal following its recent announcement of a partnership with the NBA team Orlando Magic.

The restaurant chain posted on Instagram last week to announce two latest locations coming to Camping World Stadium in Orlando. Big Dave’s owner Derrick Hayes described how the deals are a part of an “ambitious expansion initiative” led by former PepsiCo executive Derek Lewis, “who has acquired the first 10 Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks franchises in Florida!”

“This isn’t just an expansion, it’s a REVOLUTION!” Hayes said.

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Big Dave’s addition to the stadium will likely be bring Big Dave’s award-winning Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks on the 65,000-seat stadium in the center of Orlando. Guests can have the chance to buy food at two food and beverage outlets at Camping World Stadium, which is owned and operated by the City of Orlando.

“This partnership is more than just an expansion of our franchise; it’s about creating a culinary experience that resonates with the vibrant spirit of Florida’s sports community,” Hayes said. “Derek’s business acumen and the dynamic atmosphere of Camping World Stadium provide the right backdrop for our authentic cheesesteaks.

“We’re not just opening a store; we’re becoming part of a legacy, serving our passionate flavors to fans and food lovers alike.”

The first major events will happen on November 18 with a concert, followed by the Florida Blue Florida Classic (November 23), the Pop-Tarts Bowl (December 28), the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl (December 31) and the NFL Pro Bowl Games (February 2, 2025). This comes before Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks prepares to open 10 latest locations in Central Florida over the following six months.

Hayes opened the unique Big Dave’s in 2016 in Dunwoody, Georgia, in a 700-square-foot gas station space called Dave’s Philly Water Ice. Since then, Big Dave’s has expanded to 6 locations — one in North Carolina and five in Georgia, including a concession stand at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.