Sonic Drive-InFranchise Cost & FDD Overview
Food & Beverage — Drive-In Burger Restaurant franchise. Founded in 1953. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK.
Latest FDD: 2025·Data last updated April 2026
Oklahoma City, OK Founded 1953Food & Beverage · Drive-In Burger Restaurant
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Sonic Drive-In franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Sonic Drive-In franchise ranges from $1.7M - $3.1M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Sonic Drive-In franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Sonic Drive-In is $15K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Sonic Drive-In's ongoing fees?+
Sonic Drive-In franchisees pay a 5% royalty fee on gross sales and a 3.25% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Sonic Drive-In franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Sonic Drive-In has 3,461 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Sonic Drive-In'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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