What It Takes to Own
a Buddy’s Franchise
Becoming a Buddy’s bar-b-q franchisee is an investment in a proven, successful brand with a bright future. Our franchise model is designed for long-term success, with strong unit economics and a loyal customer base.
Startup Costs &
Financial Requirements
Financial Performance
Average Unit Volume (AUV):
$2,583,830*
*(Top 25% of restaurants)
Build-Out Costs
End Cap Drive-Thru:
$1,086,600–$1,314,200
Free-Standing Drive-Thru:
$2,128,600–$2,392,200
Financial Requirements
Minimum Liquid Capital:
$750,000
Minimum Net Worth:
$1,500,000
Franchise Fees
Initial Franchise Fee:
$40,000
Training Fee:
$5,000
Multi-Unit Growth Opportunity
Area Development
Agreement Requirements
Minimum of 3 units required for an Area Development Agreement
A Buildout for Every Franchisee
Buddy’s offers 2,400–3,000-square-foot, 56-seat, brand-new prototypes available for freestanding, end cap and conversion locations. Buddy’s is also currently developing a 1,000-square-foot drive-thru-only prototype.
Freestanding
2,400–3,000 sq. ft.
56–80 seats
Conversion
Flexible sq. ft.
End Cap
2,400–2,800 sq. ft./
56–75 seats
Drive-thru Only
1,000 sq. ft.
OWN A SMOKIN’ GOOD FRANCHISE
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