Question 1

How much does it cost to open a casual dining franchise?

Accepted Answer

The average initial investment for casual dining franchises ranges from $1.6M to $3.6M. The average franchise fee is $43K. Investment requirements vary significantly by brand, location, and format.

Question 2

What are the largest casual dining franchise brands?

Accepted Answer

The largest casual dining franchises by location count include: IHOP & INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PANCAKES (1,703 locations), DENNY'S (1,273 locations), BUFFALO WILD WINGS (538 locations), GOLDEN CORRAL STEAKS, BUFFET & BAKERY (352 locations), GOLDEN CORRAL (348 locations). These established brands offer proven systems and widespread brand recognition.

Question 3

What are the most affordable casual dining franchises?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable casual dining franchises include: Tabla Indian Cuisine (from $185K), COUSINS MAINE LOBSTER (from $266K), The Sports Bra (from $304K), Cascadia Pizza Co Franchising LLC (from $347K), WINGS ETC. (from $369K). Lower investment franchises may have smaller territories, home-based models, or mobile concepts.

Question 4

How many casual dining franchise opportunities are there?

Accepted Answer

There are 50 casual dining franchises in our database with FDD filings. Together, these brands operate 6,067 franchise locations across the United States.

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