NATHAN'S FAMOUSNATHAN'S
Key figures
| Initial franchise fee | $30,000 |
| Total investment (Item 7) | $205,000 – $3,400,000 |
| Royalty (Item 6) | 5% of gross sales |
| Franchised units (Item 20) | 76 (Item 20, p.61) |
About NATHAN'S FAMOUSNATHAN'S
Nathan's Famous is an iconic American restaurant franchise celebrated for its world-famous hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, and classic boardwalk fare. Founded in 1916 at Coney Island, New York, Nathan's Famous has become a beloved American institution with approximately 250 locations. The brand is synonymous with the July 4th Hot Dog Eating Contest. Franchisees gain access to a highly recognized heritage brand with diverse location formats including traditional restaurants, food courts, and non-traditional venues.
Territory — what the FDD says (Item 12)
Under this brand's Item 12 rule, the territory carries some protection but not full exclusivity — for example, the franchisor may reserve certain channels or accounts. Future concepts may also be reserved. Areas inside an existing franchisee's protected territory are generally not available to a new buyer for a directly competing unit; the exact limits are in the FDD text quoted above.
Next steps with NATHAN'S FAMOUSNATHAN'S
Put NATHAN'S FAMOUSNATHAN'S 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.