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CRUNCHEESE KOREAN HOT DOG
CrunCheese Korean Hot Dog franchises operate quick-service restaurants specializing in Korean-style hot dogs, offered as single-unit or multi-unit (area development) franchises in high-traffic locations typically 800-1500 sq. ft. Franchisees must follow the company's system standards, operations manual, and menu specifications under the CrunCheese brand. The target market includes individuals of all ages and demographics seeking fast, unique hot dog options, competing in the established quick-service restaurant sector.
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Franchise Costs
5% royalty + 1% ad fund + $600/mo local market advertising (or 1% of gross revenues, whichever is greater)
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Craving a slice of the Korean street food craze? CrunCheese Korean Hot Dog is riding the wave of unique, cheese-stuffed hot dogs in high-traffic spots, but its tiny footprint and corporate backstory raise eyebrows. With FDD disclosures hinting at financial hurdles and no earnings transparency, is this high-growth spark about to fizzle—or explode? Unlock the data to see if it sizzles for investors.
Item 7 in the 2024 FDD lays out a broad initial investment range of $185,000 to $652,500 for 800-1,500 sq. ft. units, covering buildout, equipment, and inventory in the competitive fast food niche. The $40,000 franchise fee is reasonable for quick-service, but ongoing costs bite harder: 5% royalty plus 1% brand fund, plus a $600 monthly local ad spend (or 1% of gross sales, whichever greater). No Item 19 means zero disclosed revenue or profit figures, forcing reliance on averages from similar concepts—think $500K-$800K AUVs for niche QSRs, but without validation here. Bankruptcy history in Item 3 signals past corporate strain, potentially from rapid U.S. expansion out of Vegas HQ.
System size is minuscule at 12 franchise and 4 corporate locations, up 80% from 5 to 9 total units between 2022-2023, yet projected openings drop to just 1 new unit. This contraction in ambitions amid low terminations suggests maturing pains rather than momentum. SBA default data is absent, but the narrow footprint amplifies risks—no economies of scale, high per-unit marketing mandates. For risk-tolerant operators eyeing trendy eats, the low unit count offers early-mover upside if viral appeal holds; otherwise, it's a volatile bet in a saturated fast food arena.
Analysis based on the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How CRUNCHEESE KOREAN HOT DOG Compares
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 83% of Fast Food franchises
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CRUNCHEESE KOREAN HOT DOG Current | $185K – $653K | $40K | 5.0% | 12 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M – $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| LITTLE CAESARS | $377K – $1.8M | $20K | 6.0% | 3,788 |
| AFC | $45K – $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) | $1.2M – $4.2M | $45K | N/A | 3,404 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.5M – $2.5M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,120 |
Fast Food Average 132 franchises | $602K – $1.6M | $35K | 6.1% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 132 Fast Food franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
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8 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
MHDGA LLC’s Development Director Bobby Sabas filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy for TC Westshore, LLC (where he was Managing Member) on June 15, 2016.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a CRUNCHEESE KOREAN HOT DOG franchise ranges from $185,000 to $652,500. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
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