MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO
MR. CHARLIE’S TOLD ME SO is a franchise for fast-service restaurants featuring plant-based hamburgers, plant-based chicken sandwiches, other meatless menu items, and approved branded merchandise. Franchisees operate restaurants providing on-premises dining, pick-up, delivery, and catering services using the franchisor's system, marks, and brand standards. The target market includes health- and environmentally-conscious consumers, particularly vegans and vegetarians seeking fun plant-based alternatives to traditional fast-food.
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% brand fund + $150/mo technology fee (up to $1,000)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Data based on 2 Company-Owned Restaurants open for the full Measuring Period (January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024).
* Calculated average gross revenue from the two company-owned restaurants: ($1,521,216 + $1,178,180) / 2 = $1,349,698.0. Median and quartile revenues are not provided due to the small sample size (2 units). No expense data provided, so net income, profit, EBITDA, and profit range cannot be determined as explicitly stated in the notes.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO Current | $283K - $701K | $35K | 5.0% | 0 |
| 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)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
Amanda Marie Mckinnon (spouse of co-Founder and CMO Taylor Mckinnon) and Antonio David Mckinnon filed Chapter 7 on April 8, 2019, discharged July 24, 2019.
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 MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO franchise?
The total initial investment to open a MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO franchise ranges from $283,090 to $700,750. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO franchise is $1,349,698.
Is MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO a good franchise to buy?
MR. CHARLIE TOLD ME SO shows several positive indicators: 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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