Smashburger is a fast casual burger franchise known for its signature smashed and seared burgers made with 100% Certified Angus Beef. The brand, backed by Smashburger Holdings LLC, serves a menu of craft burgers, chicken sandwiches,…
Total Investment
$40K – $500K
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Royalty Rate
5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly Gross Sales
Total Units
219
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About SMASHBURGER Franchise
Smashburger is a fast casual burger franchise known for its signature smashed and seared burgers made with 100% Certified Angus Beef.
The brand, backed by Smashburger Holdings LLC, serves a menu of craft burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and sides along with beer and wine at select locations.
The franchise fee is $40,000.
💰SMASHBURGER Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$40K
Average Investment
$270K
Maximum Investment
$500K
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
2.25% of Gross Sales
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$40,000 – $500,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $40K–$500K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly) and marketing fee (2.25% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
As Arranged As Invoiced Landlord/Suppliers
Furniture, Fixtures and
$264,000
$458,000
As Arranged As Incurred Landlord
Security Deposit, Business
$0
$26,000
Firms
Opening Inventory and
$20,000
$28,000
OF WHEN DUE PAYMENT IS TO
Low High PAYMENT BE MADE
Grand Opening Advertising
$10,000
$15,000
As Arranged As Invoiced Us
Miscellaneous Opening
$1,000
$5,000
As Arranged As Invoiced Supplier
Professionals
Architecture and Building
$20,000
$50,000
As Arranged As Invoiced or Suppliers and
On Filing for Government Agency
License
$1,500
$1,500
months
$10,000
$20,000
which is the high-end of the
estimate of
$4,000
$30,000
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
$15,000
Technology Fee
$150
🏦Financing (Item 10)
Detail
Information
Financing Available
No
Description
Franchisor does not offer financing.
📊SMASHBURGER Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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SMASHBURGER 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.
SMASHBURGER 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.
⚖SMASHBURGER Litigation & Risk Flags
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Clean Litigation RecordSMASHBURGER 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.
📈SMASHBURGER System Growth
Total Units
219
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
219
SMASHBURGER currently operates 0 franchised locations and 219 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓SMASHBURGER Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a SMASHBURGER franchise ranges from $40,000 to $500,000, 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.
SMASHBURGER charges a royalty fee of 5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly of gross sales, plus a 2.25% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the SMASHBURGER 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 SMASHBURGER to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
SMASHBURGER 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.
SMASHBURGER has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $40,000-$500,000, a 5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly 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 $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $40,000 to $500,000 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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SMASHBURGER
Total Investment
$40K – $500K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$40,000
Royalty5.5% of Gross Sales Weekly
Marketing Fee2.25% of Gross Sales
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units219
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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