Top 100 Franchises
2016
At Charleys, we know that opening a franchise is a tremendous opportunity. Our family has grown from that first restaurant in Columbus, Ohio to a network that spans the globe. Charleys began franchising in 1991, and soon locations began popping up all over the world, including mall food courts, strip centers, airports, and even Army and Air Force Bases. For almost thirty years, we've built a base of knowledge, experience, and resources that we extend to our franchise partners. From location selection to day-to-day marketing activities, we’ll do everything we can to make your business a success. You can count on our passion and support to guide you throughout your career as a business owner and franchise partner.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 400 | 3.63% | 51 | 21.43% | 451 | 5.37% |
| 2013 | 386 | 4.04% | 42 | -2.33% | 428 | 3.38% |
| 2012 | 371 | -- | 43 | -- | 414 | -- |
Investment Required
The initial fee for a Charleys Restaurant franchise is $24,500. Charleys provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of the expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $24,500 | $24,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $51,653 | $217,922 |
| Equipment/Furniture/Fixtures | $32,000 | $115,922 |
| POS System | $5,847 | $11,146 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Architect | $5,000 | $15,132 |
| Expenses while Training | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous Deposits | $1,500 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $153,000 | $450,000 |
Ongoing Expenses
Franchisees are required to pay ongoing royalty fees equal to the greater of $300 or 6% of gross sales per week, an marketing fund equal to 0.25% of gross sales, and an advertising expenditure requirement of 3% of gross sales.
What You Get: Training and Support
Franchisees will participate in a three-week initial training program to take place in Columbus, OH, which will cover food safety, crew certifications, administrative duties, operational standards, and customer service. New franchisees will also receive on-site opening assistance in beginning operations. Charleys will continue to provide guidance and support regarding day-to-day operations, as well as offer additional training programs when deemed necessary.
Territory
Charleys does not grant exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2015 FDD.
2015
At Charleys, we know that opening a franchise is a tremendous opportunity. Our family has grown from that first restaurant in Columbus, Ohio to a network that spans the globe. Charleys began franchising in 1991, and soon locations began popping up all over the world, including mall food courts, strip centers, airports, and even Army and Air Force Bases. For almost thirty years, we've built a base of knowledge, experience, and resources that we extend to our franchise partners. From location selection to day-to-day marketing activities, we’ll do everything we can to make your business a success. You can count on our passion and support to guide you throughout your career as a business owner and franchise partner.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 386 | 4.04% | 42 | -2.33% | 428 | 3.38% |
| 2012 | 371 | 3.92% | 43 | 4.88% | 414 | 4.02% |
| 2011 | 357 | -- | 41 | -- | 398 | -- |
Investment Required
The initial fee for a Charleys Restaurant franchise is $24,500. Charleys provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of the expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $24,500 | $24,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $52,551 | $252,909 |
| Equipment/Furniture/Fixtures | $30,900 | $90,600 |
| POS System | $5,242 | $13,260 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $13,000 |
| Architect | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Expenses while Training | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous Deposits | $1,500 | $8,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $152,193 | $451,236 |
Ongoing Expenses
Franchisees are required to pay ongoing royalty fees equal to the greater of $300 or 6% of gross sales per week, an advertising fund equal to 0.25% of gross sales, and an advertising expenditure requirement of 3% of gross sales.
What You Get: Training and Support
Franchisees will participate in a three-week initial training program to take place in Columbus, OH, which will cover food safety, crew certifications, administrative duties, operational standards, and customer service. New franchisees will also receive on-site opening assistance in beginning operations. Charleys will continue to provide guidance and support regarding day-to-day operations, as well as offer additional training programs when deemed necessary.
Territory
Charleys does not grant exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2014 FDD.
2014
At Charleys, we know that opening a franchise is a tremendous opportunity. Our family has grown from that first restaurant in Columbus, Ohio to a network that spans the globe. Charley began franchising in 1991, and soon locations began popping up all over the world, including mall food courts, strip centers, airports, and even Army and Air Force Bases. Through the last twenty-three years, we've built a base of knowledge, experience, and resources that we extend to our franchise partners. From location selection to day-to-day marketing activities, we’ll do everything we can to make your business a success. You can count on our passion and support to guide you throughout your career as a business owner and franchise partner.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 371 | 3.92% | 43 | 4.88% | 414 | 4.02% |
| 2011 | 357 | 4.08% | 41 | 46.43% | 398 | 7.28% |
| 2010 | 343 | -- | 28 | -- | 371 | -- |
Investment Required
The initial fee for a Charleys Restaurant franchise is $24,500. Charleys provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of the expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $24,500 | $24,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $20,000 | $199,130 |
| Equipment/Furniture/Fixtures/Signage | $10,000 | $119,500 |
| POS System | $5,242 | $13,260 |
| Signage | $2,200 | $20,000 |
| Architect | $4,500 | $20,000 |
| Expenses while Training | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $10,000 |
| Miscellaneous Deposits | $7,630 | $22,892 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $101,572 | $465,282 |
Ongoing Expenses
Franchisees are required to pay ongoing royalty fees equal to the greater of $300 or 6% of gross sales per week, an advertising fund equal to 0.25% of gross sales, and an advertising expenditure requirement of 3% of gross sales.
What You Get: Training and Support
Franchisees will participate in a three-week initial training program to take place in Columbus, Ohio, which will cover food safety, crew certifications, administrative duties, operational standards, and customer service. New franchisees will also receive on-site opening assistance in beginning operations. Charleys will continue to provide guidance and support regarding day-to-day operations, as well as offer additional training programs when deemed necessary.
Territory
Charleys does not grant exclusive territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2013 FDD.
