FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers franchises operate quick-service restaurants featuring steakburgers, hot dogs, and frozen custard sold to the general public. The business model centers on a proprietary system including distinctive restaurant design, operational standards, quality controls, training, and advertising programs managed through franchise agreements. They target consumers in the competitive fast-food market, with seasonality favoring higher sales in summer due to frozen desserts.
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
5% royalty + 2% ad fund + $100 per 28-day technology support fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Data based on 463 franchised restaurants open for the entire 2024 Fiscal Year.
* Average gross revenue and median gross revenue were extracted directly from 'TABLE 4: ANNUAL GROSS RECEIPTS OF FRANCHISED RESTAURANTS'. Revenue top quartile and revenue bottom quartile were extracted from 'TABLE 7: SYSTEMWIDE ANNUAL GROSS RECEIPTS OF FRANCHISED RESTAURANTS FOR 2024 FISCAL YEAR BY QUARTILE'. A weighted average of annual gross receipts for franchised restaurants was calculated from Table 7's quartile data: (116 units × $2,557,640 + 116 units × $2,003,924 + 116 units × $1,652,693 + 115 units × $1,220,793) / 463 total units = $1,860,140.40, which aligns with the overall average from Table 4. Profit-related metrics (gross profit, net income, net profit, EBITDA, and profit range estimates) are set to null because the document does not provide explicit expense data or profit figures for franchised units. Table 9's expense percentages are explicitly stated to be for company-owned restaurants and do not apply to franchised units due to differences like royalty fees (Page 6, Note 8). Page 6, Note 12 also indicates that the figures do not reflect all costs/expenses to obtain net income or profit.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 78% of Fast Food franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS Current | $786K - $2.8M | $35K | 5.0% | 514 |
| 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 (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+21 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
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 does it cost to open a FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS franchise ranges from $785,936 to $2,753,566. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS franchise is $1,860,140. The median revenue is $1,834,089.
How many FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS has 514 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2004.
Is FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS a good franchise to buy?
FREDDY'S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 514+ 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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