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Applebee'sFranchise Cost & FDD Overview
Food & Beverage — Casual Dining Restaurant franchise. Founded in 1980. Headquartered in Glendale, CA.
Glendale, CA Founded 1980Food & Beverage · Casual Dining Restaurant
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Applebee's franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Applebee's franchise ranges from $1.8M - $5.8M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Applebee's franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Applebee's is $35K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Applebee's's ongoing fees?+
Applebee's franchisees pay a 4% royalty fee on gross sales and a 4.25% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Applebee's franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Applebee's has 1,510 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Applebee's's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.
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