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HHC
HHC franchises fast-casual restaurants operating under the HHC® brand, serving fried chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders seasoned with proprietary spices, french fries, salads, and related food and drink items in a new age, hipster atmosphere. The business model centers on licensing this restaurant system, including know-how, training, trademarks, and standards, with options for single-unit franchises or multi-unit developments in high-traffic retail areas near highways and shopping centers. It targets consumers seeking quick-service chicken options amid competition from national chains and independents.
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Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 2% brand fund + $75-$95/week technology fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Key Insights
- Higher investment than 78% of Fast Food franchises
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HHC Current | $771K – $1.9M | $50K | 6.0% | 22 |
| 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 | 8.0% | 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 134 franchises | $595K – $1.6M | $35K | 6.1% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 134 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
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Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
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 HHC franchise ranges from $770,950 to $1,917,000. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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