
Carl's Jr. - Franchise
With a delicious menu and instant brand recognition, it's easy to see why Carl's Jr.® is known as America's premier burger chain. We are looking for experienced operators to join our team. By providing world-class training and support, this turn-key opportunity has been designed with your success in mind. Contact us today to learn more!
Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise:
Liquid Capital: | $500,000 What does Liquid Capital mean? |
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Net Worth: | $1,000,000 What does Net Worth mean? |
Total Investment: | $1,300,000 What does Total Investment mean? |
Misc. Costs: | TCI does not include real estate |
Options
Options available to franchisees:
Financing: | Via 3rd party |
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Training: | Available |
Veteran Discount: | 10% Off Franchise Fee |
Franchisor Details
Facts about this franchise:
Total Units: | 674 |
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Franchising Since: | 1996 |
What Does a Carl's Jr. Franchise Cost?
To buy a franchise with Carl's Jr., you'll need to have at least liquid capital of $500,000 and a minimum net worth of $1,000,000. Franchisees can expect to make a total investment of at least $1,300,000. They also offer financing via 3rd party as well as a discount for veterans (10% Off Franchise Fee) . *

About Us
Carl's Jr.® is America's premier burger chain with over 1,100 restaurants around the world. We consistently out-deliver the competition with our innovative menu using sit-down restaurant quality menu items. The Carl's Jr. menu features the renowned Black Angus Beef Six Dollar Burgers. Carl's Jr. is owned by CKE Restaurants, Inc. which includes more than 3,100 locations in 42 states and 13 countries. This is a premium franchise opportunity!
Training and support
We will assist you with your Carl's Jr. from beginning to end. Before your opening our talented team members with help you with site selection, restaurant design, equipment ordering, construction, and training. After you open we will continue to assist you with:
- Field Support: We have an amazing team of Franchise Business Consultants
- Operations: Periodic updates on a variety of items to assist you in operating you new restaurant
- Franchise Services: We are just a phone call or email away with all the answers you need
- R&D: Our state-of-the-art test kitchen is always working to improve and create new products
- Marketing/Advertising: Our talented marketing team will continuously support you with strategic advertising and store marketing in your community

The Numbers
Minimum Financial Requirements* | Net Worth $1,000,000 Liquid Assets: $300,000 |
Experience | Previous franchise or restaurant experience |
Multi-Unit Development | 3 restaurant minimum |
Development Fee* | $10,000 |
Franchise Fees | $25,000 (1st and 2nd) $20,000 (3rd and 4th) $15,000 (5th and more) |
Total Estimated Initial Investment* | $1.3 million+** |
Advertising Fee | 5.5% of gross sales |
Royalty Fee | 4% of gross sales |
Unit Size | 2,450 sq. ft. to 3,212 sq. ft. (w/o playground) |
Term of Franchise Agreement | 20 years |
Franchise Training | 12 weeks of hands-on management training |
* PER UNIT DEVELOPED
** DOES NOT INCLUDE REAL ESTATE; INVESTMENT COSTS VARY
Availability
Carl's Jr. is currently accepting inquiries from the following states:
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Canada
Interested parties should have at least $500,000 in liquid capital to invest.
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