Golden Chick Franchise

Looking to become a part of a family-oriented and established quick-service restaurant franchise? Golden Chick offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs interested in the food industry.

About Golden Chick

The Golden Chick concept is a well-established quick-service restaurant with dine-in, drive-thru, and optional home delivery services. Known for its Golden Fried Chicken, Golden Tenders, hand-rubbed Golden Roast Chicken, and southern-style catfish, Golden Chick delivers a variety of delectable menu items prepared with proprietary mixes and batters. The restaurant also offers an array of sides such as battered french fries, creamy homemade cole slaw, mashed potatoes, country-style cream gravy, green beans, macaroni & cheese, corn on the cob, gourmet-style chicken salad, fresh-baked yeast rolls, sandwiches, soft drinks, and freshly brewed iced tea.

Franchise Costs and Fees

Investing in a Golden Chick franchise requires:

• Liquid Capital: At least $50,000
• Total Investment: Approximately $461,900 - $832,700
• Franchise Fee: $20,000 for the first location, $10,000 for each additional location
• Royalty Fee: 4% of Gross Revenue
• Advertising Fund: Up to 2% for local co-op funds, 1% for the National Ad Fund

* Note: The franchise fee will increase to $25,000, and $15,000 for each additional location, effective from July 1, 2008.

Franchise Benefits and Support

Golden Chick provides extensive support to ensure the success of its franchisees, including:

• Assistance in site selection and prototypical plans with specifications
• National volume purchasing program to secure favorable pricing on food and packaging
• A list of approved equipment vendors
• Golden Chick's proprietary recipes
• Comprehensive training, assistance with store openings, and ongoing support
• Effective marketing materials and programs
• A Franchise Advisory Committee to give franchisees a voice on key issues
• Field support from Regional Directors for cost control, quality assurance, and more
• Use of the Golden Chick brand and slogans like "The Original and Still the Best"

Why Choose Golden Chick?

• Over 40 years in the business and 35 years in the franchise industry
• A well-established chain with a loyal following
• On-going research and development for continuous improvement
• Innovative and efficient store design for outstanding productivity

Availability

Golden Chick is currently accepting franchise inquiries from the following states: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District Of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

Interested parties should have at least $50,000 in liquid capital to invest. We recommend verifying fees, investment amounts, and offers directly with Golden Chick before making a decision to invest.

Key Takeaways

• Family-oriented quick-service restaurant with diverse menu offerings
• Investment requirements: Liquid Capital: $50,000; Total Investment: $461,900 - $832,700
• Extensive support including site selection, training, and ongoing assistance
• Strong brand recognition with over 40 years of business experience
• Opportunities available nationwide

Discover more about how Golden Chick could be the perfect franchise opportunity for you. To learn more, download the franchise disclosure document or fill out the free information request form on this page!