About GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS Franchise
Golden Corral is a family oriented steakhouse and buffet restaurant franchise that has become one of the most recognized names in the American buffet dining segment.
The brand offers a comprehensive buffet and grill concept serving a wide variety of beef, pork, seafood, chicken, cold salads, vegetables, and desserts from an in store bakery, providing moderately priced meals for lunch, dinner, weekend breakfast, and snacks.
The initial franchise fee is $50,000.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$2.2M
Average Investment
$5.5M
Maximum Investment
$8.7M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $2,223,667 – $8,738,837 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $2.2M–$8.7M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| S Conversion Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| As arranged As arranged Seller | $2,400,000 | $1,100,000 |
| Construction, | $2,600,000 | $1,900,000 |
| As arranged As arranged Contractors Contractor Site | $4,182,000 | $3,264,000 |
| to As arranged As arranged Coastal and/or | $92,800 | $67,300 |
| third-party Vendors Furniture and | $1,030,000 | $655,000 |
| third-party Vendors POS Activation Fee | $3,116 | $4,054 |
| Hardware | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| S Conversion Opening | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| to As arranged As incurred Suppliers of | $176,630 | $176,630 |
| transportation, food & lodging employees On-Site Assistance | $125,000 | $125,000 |
| to As arranged Before opening Suppliers | $85,000 | $80,000 |
| to As arranged As arranged Insurers | $65,000 | $65,000 |
| Additional Funds | $19,000 | $19,000 |
| months of | $125,000 | $125,000 |
| for each Lump sum When the Area Us Restaurant to be Development developed Agreem | $100 | $15,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer financing. |
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$3.7M
Median Revenue
$3.6M
Revenue Range
$273K – $3.7M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS 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.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS System Growth
Total Units
362
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
362
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS currently operates 0 franchised locations and 362 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS franchise ranges from $2,223,667 to $8,738,837, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS 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 GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS franchise owners report average revenue of $3.7M and median revenue of $3.6M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
GOLDEN CORRAL FRANCHISING SYSTEMS has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $2,223,667-$8,738,837, a N/A 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 $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $2,223,667 to $8,738,837 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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