Sonic Drive-In

$SDINF500 #105
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryHamburgers
ParentInspire Brands, Inc.
Founded1950
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business75
Began Franchising1974
HQAtlanta, GA
Executives6
LinksWeb
Main Phone(678) 514-4100
FDD IssuedMarch 26, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 19, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Sonic Franchising LLC grants franchises for restaurants that feature drive-in restaurant food and drinks and related items operating under the Sonic brand and system. Franchisees operate Sonic Restaurants at Traditional Drive-In locations, Non-Drive-In Locations, or Non-Traditional Locations, serving made-to-order food, specialty drinks, and ice cream treats.

Sonic Franchising LLC is a Delaware limited liability company formed in 2011 and is a subsidiary of Inspire Brands. Key executives include CEO Paul J. Brown and President John Kelly.

Sonic Franchising LLC grants franchises for restaurants that feature drive-in restaurant food and drinks and related items operating under the Sonic brand and system. Franchisees operate Sonic Restaurants at Traditional Drive-In locations, Non-Drive-In Locations, or Non-Traditional Locations, serving made-to-order food, specialty drinks, and ice cream treats.

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FranDeals Score
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Franchisee Health Score
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Fees & Investment
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Financial Strength & Stability
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Unit Count & Growth
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Outlet Trajectory
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Executive Team
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Franchisee Roster
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Litigation & Disclosures
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