Big Chicken is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving a menu of premium chicken sandwiches, crispy tenders, fresh salads, ice cream, and other sides and desserts. The brand delivers a quality focused chicken dining experience in an…
Total Investment
$673K – $1.6M
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Royalty Rate
5% of Gross Sales Gross Sales
Total Units
2020
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Big Chicken Franchise
Big Chicken is a fast casual restaurant franchise serving a menu of premium chicken sandwiches, crispy tenders, fresh salads, ice cream, and other sides and desserts.
The brand delivers a quality focused chicken dining experience in an accessible, quick service format that appeals to a broad range of customers.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the concept competes in the red hot chicken sandwich segment that has become one of the fastest growing categories in the restaurant industry.
💰Big Chicken Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$673K
Average Investment
$1.2M
Maximum Investment
$1.6M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
5% of Gross Sales of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
The local advertising obligation
begins on the Opening Date.
If you do not spend
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$673,000 – $1,642,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $673K–$1.6M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (The local advertising obligation
begins on the Opening Date.
If you do not spend) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
If we refuse to consent to the
proposed Event of Transfer, we may
keep up to 25%
Renewal Fee
$5,000
📊Big Chicken Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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Big Chicken does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Big Chicken does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
⚖Big Chicken Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordBig Chicken has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
📈Big Chicken System Growth
Total Units
2020
Franchised
2019
Company-Owned
1
Big Chicken currently operates 2019 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Big Chicken Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Big Chicken franchise ranges from $673,000 to $1,642,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Big Chicken charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a The local advertising obligation
begins on the Opening Date.
If you do not spend contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Big Chicken Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Big Chicken to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Big Chicken does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Big Chicken has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $673,000-$1,642,000, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $673,000 to $1,642,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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Big Chicken
Total Investment
$673K – $1.6M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$40,000
Royalty5% of Gross Sales
Marketing FeeThe local advertising obligation
begins on the Opening Date.
If you do not spend
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units2020
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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