Burger King

$BKRNF500 #114
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryHamburgers
Locations6,701
Franchisee Count7,643
Franchise Fee$50,000
Item 7 Low$2,049,200
Item 7 Midpoint$3,377,400
Item 7 High$4,705,600
Royalty Fees4.5% of monthly Gross Sales2
Ad / Brand Fund4.5%
Sold Not Open0
ParentRestaurant Brands International Limited Partnership
PE / Investor3G Capital, Inc.
Founded1954
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business72
Began Franchising1954
HQMiami, FL
Executives12
LinksWeb
Main Phone(305) 378-7128
FDD IssuedMarch 26, 2025
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Burger King Company LLC operates and grants franchises to operate BURGER KING Restaurants, which are quick-service hamburger restaurants offering a limited menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner products using the BURGER KING® System, trademarks, service marks, design standards, and operational procedures.

Franchisees must use specified POS systems and technology, including self-serve kiosks and mobile apps, and must purchase these systems from approved vendors. The estimated cost for a POS system ranges from $20,000 to $25,000 per Restaurant.

Burger King Company LLC operates and grants franchises to operate BURGER KING Restaurants, which are quick-service hamburger restaurants offering a limited menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner products using the BURGER KING® System, trademarks, service marks, design standards, and operational procedures.

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