Carl's Jr. (NT)
Carl’s Jr. (NT) franchises quick-service restaurants at travel center or gas and convenience locations, offering a limited menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner items featuring charbroiled 100% Black Angus Thickburger sandwiches, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, Made from Scratch Biscuits, and other quick-serve products. The business model involves franchisees entering Franchise Agreements or Development Agreements to operate single or multiple units, often as new builds or conversions, with incentives for multi-unit development near highways. The target market includes truckers at interstate travel centers and everyday drivers at non-commercial gas and convenience sites seeking fresh, fast food options.
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
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 56 Carl's Jr. Travel Center and Gas and Convenience Center Restaurants operated by franchisees for FY25 Period (January 30, 2024 to January 27, 2025).
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Carl's Jr. (NT) Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Carl's Jr. (NT) Current | N/A | N/A | N/A | 982 |
| 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.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+1 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Disclosure deficiencies, rescission under franchise laws, and breach of contract disputes with a Canadian developer and franchisee.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much revenue does a Carl's Jr. (NT) franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Carl's Jr. (NT) franchise is $1,586,460. The median revenue is $1,559,367.
How many Carl's Jr. (NT) franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Carl's Jr. (NT) has 982 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1984.
Is Carl's Jr. (NT) a good franchise to buy?
Carl's Jr. (NT) shows several positive indicators: established brand with 982+ 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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