About Corndogs by Mr. Cow Franchise
Corndogs by Mr.
Cow is a quick service restaurant franchise specializing in Korean style hot dogs, cheese sticks, soda beverages, and other specialty food items.
The menu features exclusive recipes, sauces, and preparation techniques that deliver a distinctive take on a classic snack food.
Corndogs by Mr. Cow Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $144,000 – $262,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $144K–$262K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Travel and living expenses while attending Initial Training | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Grand opening advertising and promotion | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Real property lease (including the security deposit) | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| Equipment, fixtures, other fixed assets, construction, remodeling, leasehold improvements, and decorating costs | $70,000 | $150,000 |
| Point of Sale system and business computers | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Opening inventory and supplies | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| Interior/exterior signs and graphics | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional fees - legal and accounting | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Business insurance | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Business license, permits and other miscellaneous opening costs | $4,000 | $12,500 |
| Additional funds – 3 months | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus interest on underpayment |
| Additional Advertising and Promotion Assessment | Amount of assessment (variable) |
| Initial Training Fee for Additional Attendees | Up to $1,500 (for each attendee) |
| Additional Training Fee | Up to $750 (per person per day) |
| Indemnification of Franchisor against Losses | All “Losses”, as defined in section 16.2 of the Franchise Agreement (variable) |
| Fee for Interim Manager | Variable daily charge for up to 90 days |
| Late Payment Penalty | 5% of the amount past due |
| Interest Charged | Annual Percentage Rate (“APR”) of 18% on the amount past due |
| Costs of Collection | Cost of collection of delinquent amounts (variable) |
| Reimbursement for Curing Franchisee Defaults | Cost incurred to cure your defaults (variable) |
| Attorneys’ Fees | Reasonable legal fees and other “Expenses” (as defined in section 16.2(e) of the Franchise Agreement) (variable) |
| De-identification Enforcement Expense | Costs and related expenses for de-identification (variable) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 14 days |
| Classroom Training | 32 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 68 hours |
| Training Location | Gwinnett County, Georgia |
| Additional Training | After the Store opens, the franchisor may require the Store Manager, Principal Equity Owners, and other designated personnel to attend additional training courses, seminars, conferences, or programs. The franchisor may charge up to $750 per person per day for these additional training sessions, with franchisees responsible for travel, lodging, and meals. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisees receive a protected territory within a defined geographical area around their Store, based on population density and depicted in a map in Exhibit 1 of the Franchise Agreement. As long as the franchisee fulfills their material obligations, the franchisor will not grant another Corndogs by Mr. Cow franchise or operate a Corndogs by Mr. Cow Store within that territory. However, the territory is not exclusive, and franchisees may face competition from other channels of distribution or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | additional five-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisees must provide written notice 120 days before the term ends, sign a Renewal Franchise Agreement (which may have materially different terms), remodel the Store if necessary, pay a $10,000 renewal fee, and execute a release of claims. Franchisees must also be solvent and in good standing with all obligations. |
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor approval, which will not be unreasonably withheld. Conditions include the new franchisee qualifying, payment of the transfer fee, approval of the purchase agreement, arrangement for training, a release signed by the transferring franchisee, and a new agreement signed by the transferee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate the Franchise Agreement only if the franchisee is in material default. Curable defaults typically have a 30-day cure period, while non-curable defaults (e.g., bankruptcy, abandonment, repeated non-compliance, felony conviction) may result in immediate termination. |
| Non-Compete Period | 1 year |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, franchisees cannot be involved in any competing business anywhere. After termination or expiration, franchisees cannot be involved in any competing business for one year within 25 miles of their former Store or any other Corndogs by Mr. Cow Store. These covenants also apply to Principal Equity Owners and managers. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Principal Equity Owners are expected to personally participate in the direct "on premises" management and operation of the Store. Each Principal Equity Owner (and their spouse, if applicable) must sign a Guarantee of Franchise Agreement. Franchisees must employ a designated Store Manager (who must be a sole proprietor or a Principal Equity Owner with at least 50% equity ownership if an entity) who has successfully completed initial training and will devote full time during normal business hours to the management and operation of the business. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase or lease the designated Clover POS system and merchant services from Omega Merchant. All proprietary products for Corndogs by Mr. Cow Products must be purchased from FR, an affiliate. Additionally, graphic interior accessories, menu boards, food pictures, media advertising and promotion materials, uniforms, and any goods bearing Corndogs by Mr. Cow trademarks and logos must be purchased from designated suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase items bearing the franchisor's trademarks only from the franchisor, its affiliated companies, or other reputable suppliers. All fixtures, equipment (including food preparation and storage), display cases, storefront, supplies, and signs must meet the franchisor's specifications and standards. Only signs, emblems, lettering, logos, and display materials approved in writing by the franchisor may be displayed. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In 2022, neither the franchisor nor its affiliates derived revenue, rebates, or other material consideration from required franchisee purchases. However, the franchisor anticipates deriving such revenue in the future. Payments to the franchisor and purchases from designated/approved vendors will range from 17% to 25% of the total initial investment and 30% to 35% of total monthly operating expenses. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any franchisee's notes, leases, or obligations. |
Corndogs by Mr. Cow Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Corndogs by Mr. Cow 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.
Corndogs by Mr. Cow Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Corndogs by Mr. Cow System Growth
Corndogs by Mr. Cow currently operates 13 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 10 | 0 | 13 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by PNJK Partners, LLP for year ending December 31, 2022.
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