Culver's is a beloved fast casual restaurant chain headquartered in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, famous for its ButterBurgers made with fresh, never frozen beef and its frozen custard made from dairy sourced from local farms. With over 900…
Total Investment
$150K – $250K
Franchise Fee
N/A
Royalty Rate
N/A
Total Units
N/A
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Franchise
Culver's is a beloved fast casual restaurant chain headquartered in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, famous for its ButterBurgers made with fresh, never frozen beef and its frozen custard made from dairy sourced from local farms.
With over 900 locations primarily across the Midwest and expanding nationally, Culver's has built a fiercely loyal customer following around its commitment to quality food and genuine hospitality.
The franchise model emphasizes hands on ownership, often requiring prospective franchisees to complete an extensive training program that includes working as a general manager at an existing Culver's location.
💰CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$150K
Average Investment
$200K
Maximum Investment
$250K
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
N/A
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
N/A
Ongoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range
$150,000 – $250,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $150K–$250K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
Restaurants and pay us a non-refundable Territory Fee of
$150,000
$250,000
📊CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
⚖CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Litigation & Risk Flags
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2 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
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Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
📈CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM franchise ranges from $150,000 to $250,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $150,000-$250,000, a N/A royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 2 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is N/A and the total investment ranges from $150,000 to $250,000 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $120,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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CULVER FRANCHISING SYSTEM
Total Investment
$150K – $250K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise FeeN/A
RoyaltyN/A
Min. Cash Required$120,000
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total UnitsN/A
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending Litigation2 actions
Bankruptcy HistoryYes
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