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Arby's
Quick-service restaurant serving roast beef sandwiches
Sandwich fans hungry for beef that's not in the form of a patty can turn to this company. Arby's Restaurant Group (ARG) operates the Arby's fast food eatery chain popular for its hot roast beef sandwiches. In addition to roast beef sandwiches, its menu features chicken sandwiches, salads, and some dessert items. More than 1,100 Arby's locations are company-owned, while the rest are franchised. The chain was started in 1964 by brothers Forrest and Leroy Raffel. Arby's was acquired by Roark Capital Group in July 2011.
Arby's
1155 Perimeter Center West
Atlanta, GA 30338
866-692-7297
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1964 |
| Franchising since | 1965 |
| Can be run from home? | No |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 2,379 | 126 | 1,144 |
| 2010 | 2,367 | 125 | 1,144 |
| 2009 | 2,417 | 121 | 1,169 |
Expanding in These Locations
United States, Canada
Costs
| Total Investment | $379,000 - $2,404,500 |
| Franchise Fee | $37,500 - $25,000 |
| Royalty Fee | 4% |
Financial Requirements
| Net Worth | |
| Liquid Capital | $500,000 |
Financing
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | Yes |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | No |
Arby's
1155 Perimeter Center West
Atlanta, GA 30338
866-692-7297
