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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Panda Express

Jamba

Panera Bread

la Madeleine

Chick-fil-A

Burger King

Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café

Beans & Brews Coffee House

Grain & Berry

Donatos Pizza

Papa Johns

Jimmy John's

Randy's Donuts

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

The Baked Bear

Sonic

Papa Murphy's

Arby’s

Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant

Smoothie King

Häagen-Dazs Shop

Kolache Factory

Barberitos

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato

Carbone's Pizza

Parlor Doughnuts

Lennys Grill & Subs

Swig

Kale Me Crazy

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream

Mr. Gatti’s FEC

Bad Ass Coffee Of Hawaii

Qahwah House™

Mrs. Fields

DQ Grill & Chill

Moe’s Southwest Grill

Duck Donuts

Roy Rogers

Paris Baguette

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery

Peet's Coffee

3 Natives

Jeff's Bagel Run

Gong cha

Rita’s Ice-Custard-Happiness

Pure Green

Round Table Pizza

Carvel

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