Arby's
Sandwiches, fries, shakes
- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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#18 Ranked #45 last year
- Initial investment
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$629K - $2.3M
- Units as of 2022
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3,561 2.0% over 3 years
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a Arby's franchise.
Arby’s, which was founded in 1964 and began to franchise in 1965, is one of the largest fast food and sandwich chains in the United States. Arby’s strives to specialize in delicious and unforgettable sandwiches. Having established themselves as the sandwich kings, Arby’s may offer a sandwich for every moment, occasion, and craving. They're generally committed to tasty, affordable, and satisfying meals.
As one of the top fast-food franchises in the U.S., Arby's makes it a point to offer delicious fast food to keep people coming back for more. Operating an Arby's franchise might make you a franchisee of one of the most famous and loved restaurants in America.
Arby’s boasts over 2,100 U.S. franchises, more than 50 in Canada, and over 75 internationally.
Why You May Want to Start an Arby's Franchise
If you love a good sandwich, then opening an Arby’s franchise might be for you. You may enjoy a lot of business, as the United States is well-known for its love of fast-food businesses.
As one of the largest fast-food chains, Arby's franchise has more than 3,000 locations, including their 1,000+ locations operated by the company itself. They have worked to establish themselves as one of the best sandwich makers and one of the top fast-food providers. They are typically well-loved and respected for their giant stacks of roast beef on soft buns. An Arby's franchise might come with a loyal fan base—and we can't forget the cup of cheddar!
They believe that they have one of the best-operating systems and customer service, along with a top-notch menu. They also offer a great deal of support to their franchisees and strive to have an excellent company culture.
What Might Make an Arby’s Franchise a Good Choice?
To be part of the Arby's team, you should make sure you’re financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. You should also prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements.
You may be offered the option to own as many franchise businesses as you like, usually with protected territories and guaranteed support for each one. Their catchy marketing, yummy curly fries, and friendly customer service might mean that you enjoy a large amount of loyal customers.
How Do You Open an Arby’s Franchise?
Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. This may include speaking to a financial planner or an attorney.
If you're ready to start the process of opening an Arby’s franchise, you may submit a franchise request form. You might include where you want to open the franchise, how many franchises you would like to open, and how much money you have to invest. Once you've submitted your application, they may contact you if you appear to be a good fit. You can generally expect to experience hundreds of hours of ongoing training after you open your franchise.
By the time you open the doors to your new Arby’s franchise, people might be coming to you for the beef!
Company Overview
About Arby's
- Industry
- Food
- Related Categories
- Miscellaneous Sandwiches, Sandwiches
- Founded
- 1964
- Parent Company
- Inspire Brands
- Leadership
- Jim Taylor, President
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 1965 (57 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 3,000
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees worldwide.
- # of Units
- 3,561 (as of 2022)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a Arby's franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $6,250 - $50,000
- Initial Investment
- $628,950 - $2,306,000
- Net Worth Requirement
- $1,000,000
- Cash Requirement
- $500,000
- Veteran Incentives
- 50% off development fee; license fee waived; royalty fee reduced for first year
- Royalty Fee
- 4%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 4.2%
- Term of Agreement
- Up to 20 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- Third Party Financing
- Arby's has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 96-144 hours
- Additional Training
- At certified training restaurant
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresLease NegotiationField OperationsSite SelectionProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- Yes
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 15-25
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
Franchise 500 Ranking History
Compare where Arby's landed on this year’s Franchise 500 Ranking versus previous years.
Additional Rankings
Curious to know where Arby's ranked on other franchise lists? Find out below.
Ranked #18 in 2022
Franchise 500 Ranking
Ranked #111 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises
Ranked #13 in 2022
Top Global Franchises
Ranked #118 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises (U.S. & Canada)
Ranked #1 in Miscellaneous Sandwiches in 2021
Best of the Best
Ranked #1 in Miscellaneous Sandwiches in 2022
Top Food Franchises
Ranked #1 in 2022
#1 in Sandwiches: Miscellaneous Category
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