Search, filter, and compare every burger franchise we've analyzed. Select up to four to compare side by side.
| Brand | Item 19 | Fee | Investment | Royalty | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A&WFood & Beverage | None | $15K | $299K - $1.6M | 5% | 427 | |
| Beef 'O' Brady'sFood & Beverage· Est. 2007 | Disclosed | $25K | $526K - $1.7M | 5% | 99 | |
| Board & BrewFood & Beverage· Est. 2012 | None | $35K | $697K - $1.1M | 5% | 25 | |
| Built Custom BurgersFood & Beverage | None | $30K | $418K - $1.3M | 5% | 3 | |
| Buns on FireFood & Beverage· Est. 2021 | None | $40K | $255K - $462K | 6% | 2 | |
| Burger KingFood & Beverage· Est. 1954 | Disclosed | $50K | $2.2M - $3.3M | 4.5% | 5,518 | |
| BurgerfiFood & Beverage· Est. 2024 | Disclosed | $35K | $705K - $1.2M | 5.5% | 66 | |
| CheckersFood & Beverage· Est. 1991 | Disclosed | $30K | $214K - $1.9M | 4% | 499 | |
| Dog HausFood & Beverage· Est. 2018 | Disclosed | $40K | $357K - $626K | 4–6% | 59 | |
| Dog HausFood & Beverage· Est. 2018 | Disclosed | $40K | $357K - $626K | 6% | 59 | |
| Elevation BurgerFood & Beverage | Disclosed | $50K | $517K - $2.0M | 6% | 32 | |
| Farmer BoysFood & Beverage | None | $45K | $1.1M - $2.6M | 5% | 71 | |
| Fat ShackFood & Beverage· Est. 2013 | Disclosed | $35K | $183K - $488K | 6% | 28 | |
| FatburgerFood & Beverage | Disclosed | $50K | $509K - $2.0M | 6% | 194 | |
| Five GuysFood & Beverage· Est. 2017 | None | $25K | $978K - $1.4M | 8% | 970 | |
| Flame BroilerFood & Beverage· Est. 1996 | None | $35K | $465K - $776K | 5% | 111 | |
| Ford's GarageFood & Beverage· Est. 2014 | Disclosed | $50K | $3.5M - $6.4M | 5.5% | 33 | |
| Frank & Furter'sFood & Beverage· Est. 2023 | Disclosed | $35K | $404K - $1.1M | 6% | 3 | |
| Freddy's Frozen Custard & SteakburgersFood & Beverage· Est. 2003 | Disclosed | $35K | $855K - $2.8M | 5% | 542 | |
| FryliciousFood & Beverage· Est. 2025 | None | — | — | — | — | |
| Hardee'sFood & Beverage | Disclosed | $25K | $1.4M - $2.6M | 3.5–4% | 1,287 |
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Burger franchise costs generally range from around $250,000 for fast-casual and drive-thru builds to over $2 million for full-service restaurants. Real estate, equipment, and dining-room size are the main cost drivers. Item 7 of the FDD lists each brand’s exact initial investment.
The lowest-capital burger franchise opportunities tend to be smaller fast-casual or counter-service formats without a large dining room, and some can start near $250,000. Sort the table above by lowest investment to compare entry costs.
Burgers are a staple of quick-service food, and brands that publish Item 19 Financial Performance Representations let you review real average unit sales before you invest. Margins hinge on location, labor, and food costs. Use the Item 19 filter to find burger franchises that disclose revenue.
Most burger franchises charge royalties of 4% to 6% of gross sales plus an advertising-fund contribution. All ongoing fees appear in Item 6 of the FDD. Compare royalty and ad-fund rates across brands in the table above.
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