Potato Corner
Potato Corner franchises quick-service restaurants specializing in classic and creative flavored French fries (such as barbecue, cheese, sour cream, and truffle) along with other potato snacks like hashbrowns, tater tots, waffle fries, and breaded chicken pops. The business model involves granting franchise rights to operate these eateries, with potential for delivery and catering, while affiliates supply proprietary products. The target market is the general public seeking affordable, flavorful snack foods in a competitive restaurant landscape.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 1% ad fund + $500/mo technology fee
Financial Performance
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How Potato Corner Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Potato Corner Current | $400K – $800K | $20K | 6.0% | 0 |
| 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 |
| ARBY'S | $645K – $2.5M | $38K | 4.0% | 2,316 |
Fast Food Average 126 franchises | $594K – $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 126 Fast Food franchises by location count.
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Potato Corner franchisees (2014 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
1 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a Potato Corner franchise ranges from $400,000 to $800,000. This includes a franchise fee of $20,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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