About Country Waffles Breakfast Franchise
Country Waffles Breakfast is a family dining franchise offering opportunities since 2019.
Each location serves a hearty breakfast and brunch menu featuring waffles, pancakes, omelets, and other classic morning favorites.
The brand creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere where families and friends can enjoy a leisurely meal to start their day.
Country Waffles Breakfast Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$103K
Average Investment
$137K
Maximum Investment
$172K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Adjusted Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Adjusted Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $102,500 – $172,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $103K–$172K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Adjusted Gross Sales) and marketing fee (2% of Adjusted Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Lease | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Utility Deposit | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Architect Fees | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Construction Costs | $15,000 | $45,000 |
| Expenses for Initial Training | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Business Insurance | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Computer Hardware/Software | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Eqpt | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Signage | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Program | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $17,500 or 50% of our then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | Currently no Technology Fee |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit plus our reasonable related costs and expenses |
| Supplier/Vendor or Supplies Approval | Cost of inspection of supplier's facilities and/or test of supplier's samples, plus our reasonable related costs and expenses |
| Product and Equipment Purchases | Will vary |
| Interest | 1.5% per month on missed, overdue, or insufficient payments |
| Securities Offering Fee | $5,000 or our reasonable costs and expenses (if more) |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 plus our reasonable costs and expenses |
| Additional Training | $1,500 per person |
| Cost of Enforcement or Defense | Will vary under circumstances |
| Insurance | Actual costs |
| Indemnification | All costs and expenses, including attorney's fees |
| Additional Tech Vendor Fees | Variable |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 10-day period |
| Classroom Training | 70 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 70 hours |
| Training Location | Your Restaurant or another 'Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch' of our choosing |
| Additional Training | We may require refresher courses, seminars, and other training programs periodically. We may also require enrollment of employees in web-based training programs. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | You will not receive an exclusive territory. We will not establish nor license anyone else to establish another 'Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch' Restaurant at any location within the 'Protected Area' designated in your Franchise Agreement. However, we and our affiliates retain all other rights, including establishing other businesses (non-System, non-traditional facilities, captive markets) and selling products through other channels (e.g., grocery stores, e-commerce) outside the Protected Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 15 years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional 15-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Timely written notice of intent to renew; refurbishment to comply with our then-current standards; compliance with agreement terms during agreement term and at time of renewal; timely compliance with all financial obligations; execution of then-current franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms and conditions); payment of renewal fee; execution of renewal agreement with general release; compliance with then-current personnel and training requirements; and demonstrated right to remain in accepted location. |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $17,500 or 50% of our then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferor must execute a general release; new Principals must meet educational, managerial, and business standards, possess good moral character, business reputation, credit rating, aptitude, and adequate financial resources; new Franchise Agreement and ancillary agreements must be signed; Major Remodeling and new equipment may be required; all monetary obligations to franchisor and vendors must be paid; transferor remains liable for pre-transfer obligations; new Operating Owner/Manager and other required personnel must complete training. |
| Termination for Cause | Automatic termination without notice for insolvency, receivership, unsatisfied judgment, dissolution, foreclosure, or property sale. Termination with notice (no opportunity to cure) for failure to obtain/open location within time limits, abandonment, loss of premises, felony conviction, public health/safety threat, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, false records/reports, three or more defaults in a 52-week period, continued purchase from unapproved suppliers, fraudulent/unethical conduct, or unauthorized use of marks. Other defaults allow 30 days to cure. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of this Agreement and for a continuous period of two (2) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement |
| Non-Compete Details | Prohibits engaging in a 'Competitive Business' (any food service business specializing in serving breakfast and lunch) during the Franchise Agreement term with no geographical limitation. After termination/expiration/transfer, the restriction applies for two years within 5 miles of the Accepted Location and any other System Restaurant. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Franchise Agreement requires that you (or your Operating Owner or your management personnel) must devote full-time, energy, and best efforts to the management and operation of the Franchised Business. The Operating Owner must own at least 25% of the voting and ownership interests in the franchisee entity, unless prior written approval for a smaller interest is obtained. The business must always be under the active, full-time management of an Operating Owner or Store Manager who has completed initial training. |
| Required Suppliers | We are presently the only approved supplier for some food items and some furniture, fixtures, and equipment you are required to purchase for the operation of your Franchised Business. You must operate the Franchised Business in conformity with the methods, standards, and specifications that we require, and sell or offer for sale only those Products and Services, using the equipment and other items, that we have approved in writing. |
| Supply Restrictions | You may not use any item bearing our trademarks without our prior written approval. You may not purchase from any proposed new supplier until we have reviewed and approved them in writing. We have the right to designate only one supplier for certain items to achieve marketplace efficiencies. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We and our affiliates may derive revenue based on franchisee purchases. We have the right to collect and retain all manufacturing allowances, marketing allowances, rebates, credits, monies, payments or benefits (collectively “Allowances”) offered by suppliers based upon franchisee purchases. During the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, neither we nor any of our affiliates derived revenue from the sale of products to our franchisees and licensees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Country Waffles Breakfast Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Country Waffles Breakfast 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.
Country Waffles Breakfast 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.
Country Waffles Breakfast Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCountry Waffles Breakfast 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.
Country Waffles Breakfast System Growth
Total Units
16
Franchised
16
Company-Owned
0
Country Waffles Breakfast currently operates 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, NY, HI, ND, IL, RI, IN, SD, MD, VA, MI, WA, MN, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$423K
Net Income
$115K
Total Assets
$108K
Audited by Dedekian, George, Small & Markarian Accountancy Corporation for year ending December 31.
Country Waffles Breakfast Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Country Waffles Breakfast franchise ranges from $102,500 to $172,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Country Waffles Breakfast charges a royalty fee of 5% of Adjusted Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 2% of Adjusted Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Country Waffles Breakfast 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 Country Waffles Breakfast to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Country Waffles Breakfast 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.
Country Waffles Breakfast has been franchising since 2019. The FDD shows an investment range of $102,500-$172,000, a 5% of Adjusted Gross Sales royalty, and no 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 $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $102,500 to $172,000 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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