Golden Corral
Key figures
| Initial franchise fee | $50,000 |
| Total investment (Item 7) | $2,500,000 – $6,000,000 |
| Royalty (Item 6) | 4% of gross sales |
| Brand website | https://www.goldencorral.com |
About Golden Corral
Golden Corral is America's largest buffet and grill chain offering an endless variety of hot and cold items, carved meats, bakery, and desserts. Serving families since 1973 with 350+ locations, Golden Corral delivers unlimited value.
Territory — what the FDD says (Item 12)
We have not yet extracted this brand's Item 12 territory terms from its FDD. The franchisor's current FDD is the authoritative source.
Where Golden Corral operates today
Per the brand's FDD outlet table (Item 20, Table 3 — franchised outlets by state, latest fiscal year): 342 franchised units across 39 states.
Projected openings (Item 20, Table 5)
Franchise agreements the FDD projects for the next fiscal year:
Source: golden-corral-fdd-2026-eaeba88d.pdf, Item 20. Counts are the franchisor's own disclosures.
Next steps with Golden Corral
Put Golden Corral on a shortlist. Compare it side by side with two other brands. Check it against your budget in the PerfectFit Quiz. Or talk it through with a vetted consultant. That conversation is free to buyers; call (385) 475-5319. Only the franchisor can confirm current terms. Only the franchisor can confirm territory availability.