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Culver's Franchises for Sale

ButterBurgers and frozen custard from a Wisconsin family brand with a reputation for hospitality. A large-format, owner-operated fast-casual restaurant.

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1,041
Total units
$3.4M+
Initial investment
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Brand Performance Snapshot

Franchised and company-owned unit counts for 2023 through 2025, as reported in the franchisor's FDD.

Unit count by year
Franchised Corporate
944
2023
997
2024
1,041
2025
1,034
Franchised units
7
Company-owned units
1,041
Total units
+10.3%
3-yr unit growth

Existing Culver's Franchises for Sale

Operating Culver's territories listed for sale by their owners or brokers, reviewed before publishing.

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Culver's Franchise Model Overview

Culver's restaurants serve a made-to-order menu of burgers, chicken, and fresh frozen custard in free-standing buildings with dining rooms and drive-thrus. The franchisor requires that owners complete an extensive training program and be actively involved in the restaurant — it's known for selecting operators, not investors. The system has grown steadily, primarily in the Midwest and Southeast, and the franchisor operates only a handful of locations itself.

Ideal owner profile

Hands-on operator willing to complete Culver's training and be present in the restaurant
Significant capital for a ground-up, free-standing build

Investment Snapshot

Initial franchise fee $65,000 ($55K add'l, $45K mentoring)
Total initial investment $3,406,350 – $10,294,100
Royalty 4% of Gross Sales (Service Fee)
Ad / brand fund Advertising Fee 2.5% of Gross Sales
FDD year 2026 (unit data through 2025)
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