Checkers Restaurants is a quick service brand known for its bold, craveable menu and efficient double drive through model. Serving up seasoned fries, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and shakes, the brand targets value conscious diners who…
Total Investment
$791K – $2.4M
Franchise Fee
$10,000 to $30,000
Royalty Rate
4.0% Gross Sales
Total Units
465
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Checkers Restaurants Franchise
Checkers Restaurants is a quick service brand known for its bold, craveable menu and efficient double drive through model.
Serving up seasoned fries, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and shakes, the brand targets value conscious diners who want great taste at affordable prices.
The compact building design keeps construction and operational costs manageable.
💰Checkers Restaurants Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$791K
Average Investment
$1.6M
Maximum Investment
$2.4M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$10,000 to $30,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
4.0% of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
Varies. The amount is
credited toward your 4.5%
advertising expenditure
requirem
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$790,797 – $2,368,316
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $791K–$2.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4.0%) and marketing fee (Varies. The amount is
credited toward your 4.5%
advertising expenditure
requirem) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
$20,000
Renewal Fee
If your successor franchise
term is 10 years, the renewal
fee is 33.33% of the t
Checkers Restaurants 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.
Checkers Restaurants 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.
⚖Checkers Restaurants Litigation & Risk Flags
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2 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
📈Checkers Restaurants System Growth
Total Units
465
Franchised
464
Company-Owned
1
Checkers Restaurants currently operates 464 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Checkers Restaurants Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Checkers Restaurants franchise ranges from $790,797 to $2,368,316, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000 to $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Checkers Restaurants charges a royalty fee of 4.0% of gross sales, plus a Varies. The amount is
credited toward your 4.5%
advertising expenditure
requirem contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Checkers Restaurants 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 Checkers Restaurants to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Checkers Restaurants 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.
Checkers Restaurants has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $790,797-$2,368,316, a 4.0% royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 2 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 to $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $790,797 to $2,368,316 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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Checkers Restaurants
Total Investment
$791K – $2.4M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$10,000 to $30,000
Royalty4.0%
Marketing FeeVaries. The amount is
credited toward your 4.5%
advertising expenditure
requirem
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units465
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending Litigation2 actions
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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