How Much Does It Cost to Own a Sonic's Franchise?
Sonic — Member of the quick service restaurant (qsr) industry since 1953
Owning a Sonic franchise can be a business, but it does have some initial financial requirements. To open a single hamburgers/traditional location, the company requires that potential franchisees have liquid assets of at least $1,000,000.
Sonic's franchisee startup costs are similar to those of Carl's JrMcDonald's.
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About Sonic
Sonic first opened in 1953 as Top Hat Drive-In in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with Troy Smith Sr. at the helm. He later partnered with Charlie Pappe and they began franchising in 1959 under the Sonic Drive-In name. Sonic's car-hops deliver burger, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, tater tots, onion rings, fries, drinks, desserts and breakfast to customers.
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| Investment Level | $1,000,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $45,000 |
| Category | Food |
| Incorporated Name | Sonic Corp. |
| Business Type | Franchise |
| Year Founded | 1953 |
| Franchising Since | 1959 |
| Industry | Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) |
| Industry Subcategory | Hamburgers/Traditional |
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