Waffle Experience

$WEFXF500 #501
CategoryFood: Full-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryBreakfast/Brunch Restaurants
Locations22
Franchisee Count4
Franchise Fee$37,500
Item 7 Low$317,750
Item 7 Midpoint$458,875
Item 7 High$600,000
Royalty Fees6% of Gross Revenues
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open
ParentThe Waffle Experience International, Inc.
Founded2016
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business12
Began Franchising2016
HQSacramento, CA
Executives4
LinksWeb
Main Phone(916) 285-0562
FDD IssuedJuly 3, 2018
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDD2018 🔒
Franchisor

The Waffle Experience International, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of The Waffle Experience restaurants serving waffles and related food and beverages.

Franchisees must purchase or lease a combined computer and electronic cash register system for online reporting, and must use approved hardware and software as specified in the Franchise Agreement.

The Waffle Experience International, Inc. offers franchises for the establishment and operation of The Waffle Experience restaurants serving waffles and related food and beverages.

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