Chick-fil-A Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
3,287 locations (2025), +5.7% YoY(Item 20)
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$9,226,669
Source: 2025 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$585,500 – $3,437,000
Source: 2025 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$0
Source: 2025 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
10% of revenue
Source: 2025 FDD, Item 6
About Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A franchises quick-service restaurants specializing in a boneless breast of chicken sandwich. Operators manage restaurants in various locations, including free-standing, mall, drive-thru, and non-traditional venues like schools and airports. The business model focuses on a limited menu featuring the signature chicken sandwich, waffle fries, and lemonade. Chick-fil-A seeks qualified individuals to operate franchised locations, offering opportunities to manage new or existing restaurants. The value proposition centers on providing high-quality food and customer service in a family-friendly environment, emphasizing community engagement and brand loyalty.
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2025 FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
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Chick-fil-A Franchise FAQ
How much does a Chick-fil-A franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2025 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $585,500 to $3,437,000.
What is the Chick-fil-A franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $0.
What royalty does Chick-fil-A charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 10% of revenue.
How much revenue does a Chick-fil-A franchise generate?
The 2025 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $9,226,669 for fiscal year 2024. Individual results vary.
Can I finance a Chick-fil-A franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Chick-fil-A. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.