How do I find franchises by category?

Use the category chips at the top of the browse page or the category dropdown in the sidebar filters. You can also combine category with other filters like investment range, revenue, and verdict rating to narrow results.

What does the franchise verdict rating mean?

The verdict rating (A through F) is an algorithmic grade based on unit economics, franchisee turnover, SBA loan charge-off rates, and other risk factors extracted from public FDD filings and SBA 7(a) records. A-rated brands show strong fundamentals; F-rated brands show significant risk signals.

How current is the franchise data?

FDD data is refreshed annually as franchisors file updated disclosures with state regulators. SBA 7(a) loan data is updated quarterly from FOIA releases. Each brand page shows the FDD year it was sourced from.

Can I compare multiple franchises side by side?

Yes. Save brands you are interested in, then use the compare tool to view them side by side. You can compare up to four brands at once across investment, revenue, SBA charge-off rates, and other key metrics.

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Wnb Factory

Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade

Yogen Fruz

Greene Turtle

Ronzio

Foster Freeze

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Gionino's Pizzeria, Inc.

Qdoba Mexican Grill

Sub Shop

Egg & I Restaurant (the)

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches

Handel's Ice Cream

Scooter's Coffeehouse

Apple Spicetm

Reis & Irvy's

Abbott's Frozen Custard

Bruchi's Cheesesteaks And Subs

Waffle House

Roosters

Manhattan Bagel Co.

Dirty Dough

Carvel Ice Cream Shoppe

West Coast Sourdough Deli

Board And Brew

Simple Simon's Pizza

Hungry Howie's Pizza

Walk-on's Bistreaux & Bar

Rita's Real Italian Water Ice

Temporary Franchises

I Heart Mac & Cheese

Somisomi

Popeye's Famous Fried Chicken

Chop Stop

Tacos 4 Life Grill

Kentucky Fried Chicken

Gloria Jean's Coffee Bean

Mrs. Field's Cookies

Honey Dew Donuts

Urban Bricks

Tea 2 Go

Wild Wing Cafe

The Juicy Crab

Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscui

Umai Savory Hot Dogs

Better Blend

Gorin's Homemade Ice Cream

Erbert & Gerbert's Subs & Club

Ron's Hamburgers & Chili