
Dairy Queen - Franchise
For more than 70 years, Dairy Queen has developed customer loyalty and established a solid brand as a leading fast food chain.
Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise:
Liquid Capital: | $400,000 What does Liquid Capital mean? |
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Net Worth: | $750,000 What does Net Worth mean? |
Franchise Fee: | $35,000 What does Franchise Fee mean? |
Total Investment: | $779,675 - $1,729,160 What does Total Investment mean? |
Options
Options available to franchisees:
Financing: | Via 3rd party |
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Training: | Available |
Veteran Discount: | $499 training fee is waived for any veteran |
SBA Approved: | Available |
Franchisor Details
Facts about this franchise:
Franchise Units: | 4,451 |
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Franchising Since: | 1944 |
What Does a Dairy Queen Franchise Cost?
To buy a franchise with Dairy Queen, you'll need to have at least liquid capital of $400,000 and a minimum net worth of $750,000. Franchisees can expect to make a total investment of $779,675 - $1,729,160. Dairy Queen charges a franchise fee of $35,000. They also offer financing via 3rd party as well as a discount for veterans ($499 training fee is waived for any veteran). *
Why DQ?
For more than 70 years, Dairy Queen has developed customer loyalty and established a solid brand as a leading fast food chain. The burger franchise has worked to keep up with the times modernizing its menu and brand through both it's DQ Grill & Chill® and DQ® Orange Julius® stores. There are still many major markets in the U.S. available to be developed.
Training & Support
DQ offers industry-leading support for its franchisees in the areas of development, operations, marketing and more. New franchisees receive an intensive three week training session at the company's headquarters as well as on-site training pre- and post-opening. Ongoing training is also offered.
Ideal Candidate
Individuals interested in buying a Dairy Queen franchise should have a passion for the brand, and have the ability to lead, mentor and train a team. Successful franchisees also have strong financial management skills and knowledge of the real estate market.

Last Updated 6/23/16
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Availability
Dairy Queen is currently accepting inquiries from the following states:
Interested parties should have at least $400,000 in liquid capital to invest.
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