About German Doner Kebab Franchise
German Doner Kebab is a fast casual restaurant franchise offering gourmet kebabs made with healthy, fresh, locally produced ingredients and a signature blend of traditional spices.
Franchising since 2017 through GDK International, the brand has grown into a global presence with a concept that elevates the kebab into a premium quick service dining experience.
The initial franchise fee is $30,000 per outlet.
German Doner Kebab Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$901K
Average Investment
$995K
Maximum Investment
$1.1M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6.0% of monthly Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3.0% of monthly Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $900,500 – $1,089,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $901K–$1.1M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6.0% of monthly Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (3.0% of monthly Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Lease, Utility & Security Deposits | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $250,000 | $275,000 |
| Mechanical and Plumbing | $250,000 | $300,000 |
| Signage | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Restaurant Equipment | $175,000 | $200,000 |
| Hardware and Software | $25,000 | $30,000 |
| Furniture & Fixtures | $25,000 | $35,000 |
| Office Supplies & Misc. | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Business Licenses & Permits | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Insurance | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Initial Training | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Pre-Launch, Soft Launch and Grand Opening Marketing | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Property Agent | $5,000 | $9,000 |
| Architects and Project Manager Fees | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Additional Funds (Approx. 3 months) | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Small Wares | $10,000 | $12,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Technology Fee | $350 per quarter |
| Audit Fee | Our cost for an audit of your books and records (estimated at $1,000 per day, plus wages, meals, lodging and travel expenses) |
| Additional Training Programs | Actual expense depends on the type of training program (attendance fee $300 to $2,500 per person) |
| Customer Satisfaction and Quality Control Surveys | Actual expenses under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Actual expenses under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Actual expenses depend on nature of your default |
| Late Charges and Collection Costs | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum rate of interest allowed by law plus a late fee of $50 |
| Insufficient Fund Fee | $30 for each dishonored check, or insufficient funds notice |
| Insurance | Actual expenses depending on coverage amounts and insurance carrier |
| Relocation Fee | 50% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Systems Fee | Currently we do not charge a systems fee (but have the right to charge a reasonable fee) |
| Supplier Evaluation Fee | Actual expenses depending on extent of evaluation and the nature and characteristics of the product, service, vendor or supplier |
| On-site Assistance or Requested Assistance Fee | Actual expenses depending on site location and/or the amount of assistance needed |
| Cooperative Advertising Programs | Such amounts as are determined from time to time if a Cooperative is formed, not to exceed 2% of your Gross Revenues |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Maximum of 21 days |
| Classroom Training | 40 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 120 hours |
| Training Location | American Dream Mall located in Bergen County, NJ, and/or at any other location as specified by franchisor, which may be the DONER KEBAB® Outlet. |
| Additional Training | Franchisees are required to attend mandatory additional and/or refresher training programs, national and regional conferences, conventions and meetings as deemed necessary by the franchisor. Fees may be charged for attendance. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected Territory |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | No minimum geographic size. Determined on a case-by-case basis depending on demographics and population size. Ranges from site-specific location to a block, zip code, or defined measurable area. |
| Description | The Protected Territory will be determined by the demographics and population size specific to your location. The minimum population size of the target demographic group within your Protected Territory is determined on a case-by-case basis depending on the results of demographic research. Protected Territories will range in size from a site-specific location, i.e., a street address, to a block, a zip code, or a defined measurable area, depending on where your DONER KEBAB® Outlet is located. Typically, Outlets located in metropolitan areas will receive a smaller Protected Territory than Outlets located in suburban/rural areas. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 year term |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must maintain possession of and agree to bring outlet into compliance with specifications and standards, or secure substitute premises; no breach of FA; Outlet and operations fully comply with standards; all amounts owed paid; obligations performed to satisfaction and Outlet not in bottom 10% of performance; execute then-current franchise agreement; comply with training requirements; agree to adopt top quartile franchisee procedures; execute General Release; pay successor franchise fee; undertake full refurbishment. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must meet qualifications, successfully complete training, pay training fee, obtain required licenses/permits, enter new franchise agreement (or assign existing); franchisee must be in compliance with FA, pay all amounts due, assign lease, remodel office to current standards (or commitment from transferee); pay transfer fee; sign general release, confidentiality, non-compete agreements, subordination agreement, and other documents. |
| Termination for Cause | Material misrepresentation/omission; failure to begin operating within 6 months; failure to identify approved location or obtain signed lease within 90 days; failure to complete training; abandonment for 7+ consecutive business days; surrender/transfer control without consent; conviction of felony/serious crime; dishonest/unethical conduct adversely affecting reputation; understatement of Gross Revenues by 5%+; unauthorized assignment; death/disability of owner if not assigned; loss of premises; unauthorized use/disclosure of Confidential Information; violation of health/safety/sanitation law not cured within 24 hours; failure to make payments not cured within 30 days; failure to obtain prior written approval for material items; failure to comply with any other FA/System Standard provision not cured within 30 days; breach of in-term non-compete; failure to permit/cooperate with audit/inspection; failure to meet system standards; breach of other agreements; two breaches in 12 months or three in 24 months; failure to submit reports/data or pay amounts due; assignment for benefit of creditors/insolvency/bankruptcy. |
| Non-Compete Period | 12 months |
| Non-Compete Details | For 12 months after termination/expiration, franchisee (and owners) cannot engage in, be employed by, or be interested in (directly or indirectly) a Competitive Business within 50 miles of Protected Territory or from the Premises. Cannot solicit customers or employees of franchisor/affiliates/other franchisees. Cannot sell business assets to enable third party to carry on Competitive Business. Cannot replicate proprietary recipes or purchase proprietary products from approved suppliers. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee is not obligated to personally and directly supervise the operation, but it is recommended. Franchisee must designate a manager responsible for operations, who must have successfully completed the Initial Training Program. The Outlet Manager will have day-to-day management responsibility and personally participate in direct operation. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor, its affiliates, or approved suppliers |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all supplies, materials, food and beverage products (including ingredients), fixtures, furnishings, equipment, signs, cash registers, computer hardware and software, and all articles bearing the Marks from franchisor, affiliates, or approved suppliers. Products must conform to franchisor's standards and specifications. Franchisor may designate a single distributor or supplier. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $3,923.67 (0.006% of total gross revenues) for fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligations. |
German Doner Kebab Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$409K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
German Doner Kebab Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGerman Doner Kebab has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
German Doner Kebab System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
0
German Doner Kebab currently operates 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$668K
Net Income
$-1,422,432
Total Assets
$828K
Audited by GBQ Partners LLC for year ending December 31.
German Doner Kebab Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a German Doner Kebab franchise ranges from $900,500 to $1,089,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
German Doner Kebab charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of monthly Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 3.0% of monthly Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the German Doner Kebab 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 German Doner Kebab to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, German Doner Kebab franchise owners report average revenue of $409K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
German Doner Kebab has been franchising since 2017. The FDD shows an investment range of $900,500-$1,089,000, a 6.0% of monthly Gross Revenues royalty, and includes an 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 $30,000 and the total investment ranges from $900,500 to $1,089,000 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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