About Herbie's Burgers Franchise
Herbie's Burgers is a restaurant franchise offering a classic American burger experience with a menu of freshly prepared burgers, fries, and related comfort food items.
The brand delivers a straightforward, quality focused approach to the burger restaurant category, emphasizing fresh ingredients and simple, satisfying flavors.
The franchise fee for a Herbie's Burgers location is $30,000.
Herbie's Burgers Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$227K
Average Investment
$295K
Maximum Investment
$363K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently 1% of Gross Revenues. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $226,800 – $363,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $227K–$363K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Currently 1% of Gross Revenues.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Real Estate/Rent and Security Deposit2 | $0 | $30,000 |
| Utility Security Deposits3 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements4 | $150,000 | $200,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment5 | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Initial Inventory6 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance7 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $2,500 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if audit shows that you understated Gross Revenues by at least 2%. |
| Management Fee4 | $500 |
| Late fees | $100 |
| Advisory Council6 | $0 |
| Operation of the Franchised Restaurant in case of your absence, incapacity or de | $400 |
| Additional manager training7 | $300 |
| Additional assistance8 | $300 |
| Administrative Fee | $100 |
| Enforcement Administrative Fee | $250 |
| Holdover Period12 | 150% of the Royalty Fee and Advertising Fund contributions due in the Franchise |
| Real Estate/Rent and Security Deposit2 | $0 |
| Utility Security Deposits3 | $0 |
| Leasehold Improvements4 | $150,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment5 | $15,000 |
| Initial Inventory6 | $3,000 |
| Insurance7 | $9,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | protected |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Two additional successive terms of five years each. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Herbie's Burgers Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Herbie's Burgers 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.
Herbie's Burgers 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.
Herbie's Burgers Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHerbie's Burgers 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.
Herbie's Burgers System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Herbie's Burgers 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 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 |
Herbie's Burgers Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Herbie's Burgers franchise ranges from $226,800 to $363,000, 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.
Herbie's Burgers charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Currently 1% of Gross
Revenues. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Herbie's Burgers 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 Herbie's Burgers to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Herbie's Burgers 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.
Herbie's Burgers has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $226,800-$363,000, a 5% of Gross Revenue 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 $226,800 to $363,000 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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