ARBY'S
Arby’s is a quick-service restaurant franchise specializing in deli-inspired roast beef sandwiches, curly fries, and complementary side items, desserts, and beverages. Franchisees operate Arby’s restaurants under standardized systems, paying initial investment, royalties, and advertising fees to the franchisor and affiliates like AFA, while receiving support in site selection, training, and operations. The target market includes consumers seeking fast, affordable meals with a focus on meat-based sandwiches and quick-service dining.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
4% royalty + 2.22%-4% Advertising and Marketing Service Fee + $25/mo Order Ahead platform fee (if participating) + $60/yr Learning Management System fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: AUVs for 2024 Franchised Traditional Restaurants, both overall and as grouped into quartiles (categories of 25%) based on their AUVs, representing 2,219 franchised Traditional Restaurants that operated for the full year in 2024.
* All figures directly extracted from the 'Average Unit Volume for 2024 Franchised Traditional Restaurants' and 'Statistics for 2024 Franchised Traditional Restaurants' tables on page 2. Average gross revenue is the 'All Restaurants' AUV from the first table. Median gross revenue is the 'All Restaurants' Median from the second table. Revenue top quartile is the '1st Quartile' AUV from the first table. Revenue bottom quartile is the '4th Quartile' AUV from the first table. The document explicitly states in Note (4) on page 3 that "These financial performance representations do not reflect the costs of sales, operating expenses or other costs or expenses that must be deducted from the AUV figures to obtain your net income or profit." Therefore, net income, net profit, EBITDA, and profit estimations cannot be provided.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How ARBY'S Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Fast Food
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ARBY'S Current | $645K - $2.5M | $38K | 4.0% | 2,286 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a ARBY'S franchise?
The total initial investment to open a ARBY'S franchise ranges from $644,950 to $2,451,000. This includes a franchise fee of $37,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 4.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a ARBY'S franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a ARBY'S franchise is $1,269,097. The median revenue is $1,193,215.
How many ARBY'S franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, ARBY'S has 2,286 franchise locations.
Is ARBY'S a good franchise to buy?
ARBY'S shows several positive indicators: established brand with 2,286+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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