About Doner Shack Franchise
Doner Shack is a fast casual restaurant franchise offering German inspired street food, including kebabs, fried chicken, fries, sliders, and a variety of beverages.
The concept brings a modern twist to traditional European street food, serving a diverse menu that appeals to customers seeking quick, flavorful, and unique dining options.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the company began franchising in 2024 under Franchise Brands International Inc.
Doner Shack Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$498K
Average Investment
$753K
Maximum Investment
$1.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Fund Contribution) and Minimum expenditures amounting to 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising Requirement) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $498,000 – $1,007,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $498K–$1.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Fund Contribution) and Minimum expenditures amounting to 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising Requirement)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Training Expenses | $3,500 | $10,000 |
| Estimated Rent (3 Months) | $15,000 | $37,500 |
| Civil & Architectural Drawings / Professional Fees | $12,000 | $25,000 |
| Zoning Expenses | $0 | $12,500 |
| Improvements / Construction | $165,000 | $395,000 |
| Equipment | $155,000 | $265,000 |
| Décor Package | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| Interior & Exterior Signage | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Drive Thru | $0 | $25,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Cash, Inventory Control and Order Taking System | $25,000 | $45,000 |
| Insurance | $14,000 | $25,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Business Licenses, Utility Deposits, Lease Deposits and Payments | $10,000 | $30,000 |
| Working Capital / Additional Funds (3 Months) | $30,000 | $45,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | Approximately $1,000 per month (paid to third parties, franchisor reserves right to collect directly) |
| Audit Fee | Actual cost of audit (if underreported Gross Sales by 2% or more) |
| Initial Training Expenses (additional trainees) | $300/day per trainee, plus expenses |
| Additional/Refresher Training | $300/day per trainee, plus expenses |
| Relocation Fee | $3,500 |
| Insurance | Will vary according to circumstances |
| Indemnification | Amount of claim or judgment |
| Supplier Testing Costs | The greater of the actual costs we incur in evaluating any proposal you submit, or $1,000 per proposal |
| De-identification and Post-term Compliance | All amounts incurred by us related to de-identification and post-term compliance |
| Management Fee | 10% of the Gross Sales of the Franchised Business over time period that we operate the business on your behalf, plus the costs/expenses we incur in connection with taking over operations |
| Interest on Late Payments | 1.5% per month or highest rate permitted under applicable law |
| Insufficient Funds, Interest, and Collection Costs | $100 insufficient funds fee, plus interest at 18% per annum or highest lawful interest rate for commercial transactions |
| Late Fee (Reports) | $10 per day, starting the 11th day after a report is due to us |
| Regional Advertising Cooperative | An amount determined by the Cooperative (credited against Local Advertising Requirement) |
| Liquidated Damages | Up to 24 months of Royalty Fees due under your Franchise Agreement upon termination due to your default |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 3 to 5 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 39 to 52 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 120 to 160 hours |
| Training Location | Miami Beach, FL, or another location we designate |
| Additional Training | Franchisee and Designated Manager(s) may be required to attend annual refresher training for up to five (5) days each year, at a cost of $300/day per trainee plus expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | No minimum geographic size; determined by demographics and population specific to location on a case-by-case basis. |
| Description | Boundaries may be described in terms of zip codes, streets, landmarks, or county lines, or delineated on a map. Typically, metropolitan areas receive smaller territories than suburban/rural areas. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 2 additional (and successive) 5 year renewal terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | No uncured material defaults, no more than three default notices in 12 months, good financial standing, continued right of possession to Premises, complete required renovation/modernization, pay renewal fee, execute then-current franchise agreement, complete refresher training (up to 5 days, $300/day tuition), and execute a general release. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | All franchisee obligations satisfied, all existing defaults cured, transferee meets franchisor's qualifications/criteria, transferee assumes all obligations, transferee completes training program, transferee executes then-current franchise agreement, transferee pays transfer fee, and franchisee executes a general release. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various reasons, including uncured monetary defaults (10 days), failure to purchase required items or use approved suppliers, failure to obtain necessary permits (30 days), or failure to provide POS access (3 days). Immediate termination without cure opportunity can occur for insolvency, bankruptcy, fraud, failure to complete initial training, repeated defaults, misuse of proprietary marks or confidential information, default on other agreements, lease default, failure to open on time, abandonment, felony conviction, personal use of business assets, repeated insufficient funds, or repeated health/safety violations. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and related parties cannot own, operate, or be involved with a Competing Business or divert customers. For 2 years after termination/expiration/transfer, franchisee and related parties cannot be involved with licensing/franchising Competing Businesses in areas where franchisor has offered franchises, or own/operate a Competing Business within a 5-mile radius of the Designated Territory or any other Doner Shack Restaurant. They are also prohibited from soliciting former customers or contacting suppliers for competitive purposes. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee is recommended to personally participate and manage day-to-day operations. A Franchisor-approved Designated Manager may be hired, but both the franchisee (or a principal) and the Designated Manager must successfully complete the Initial Training Program. The Operating Manager for multi-unit developers must have at least a 5% ownership interest. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor requires Approved Suppliers for pre-opening architectural/design services, certain signage, equipment, furniture, fixtures (including POS System, paper goods, menus, items bearing Proprietary Marks), and certain inventory and supply items (including mandatory meat and bread suppliers). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee must operate in strict conformance with System methods, standards, and specifications. Only Approved Products and authorized services may be offered. Prior written approval is required for any non-approved product, service, or item, or for purchasing from an alternate supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor reserves the right to derive revenue from franchisee purchases. During the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, no revenue was derived from franchisees’ required purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing, nor do we guarantee your obligations. |
Doner Shack Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Doner Shack 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.
Doner Shack 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.
Doner Shack Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDoner Shack has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD.
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.
Doner Shack System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Doner Shack currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-90,719
Total Assets
$958
Doner Shack Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Doner Shack franchise ranges from $498,000 to $1,007,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Doner Shack charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Fund Contribution) and Minimum expenditures amounting to 2% of Gross Sales (Local Advertising Requirement) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Doner Shack 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 Doner Shack to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Doner Shack 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.
Doner Shack has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $498,000-$1,007,000, a 6% of Gross Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $498,000 to $1,007,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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