1984
900
$500,000
$55,000
$2,398,000
No
Culver’s is one of America's favorite fast-casual restaurant chains, best known for its signature ButterBurgers®, Fresh Frozen Custard, and Midwestern hospitality. With a commitment to quality ingredients and community involvement, Culver’s offers a powerful franchise model for entrepreneurs seeking a strong, proven food service brand.
Founded in 1984 in Sauk City, Wisconsin, Culver’s began as a family-run restaurant and quickly grew into a beloved national chain. The company’s core values are rooted in hospitality, quality food, and service excellence. Today, Culver’s continues to thrive with a loyal customer base and a strong presence across the United States.
Established Year: 1984
Headquarters: Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
Industry: Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)
Culver’s offers one of the most comprehensive training programs in the QSR franchise sector. Franchisees receive:
16-week hands-on training at a certified Culver’s training restaurant
Ongoing operational support
Marketing and advertising assistance
Grand opening support
Site selection and restaurant design guidance
This extensive training helps ensure operational success and consistent brand experience across all locations.
Culver’s is looking for franchisees who are:
Committed to hands-on involvement in the business
Passionate about guest service and quality food
Strong leaders with prior business or management experience
Financially capable of investing and operating a high-volume restaurant
Eager to be active in their local communities
Total Investment Range: $2,398,000 – $5,432,000
Minimum Liquid Capital Required: $500,000
Franchise Fee: $55,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 4% of gross sales
Marketing Fee: 2.5% of gross sales
Franchise Units (2024): 900+ locations across the USA
