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Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch®

Food & Beverage Year: 2024
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What Is Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch is a brick-and-mortar breakfast and lunch franchise specializing in signature waffles, pancakes, omelets, other egg dishes, sandwiches, burgers, salads and related menu items. Restaurants offer on-premises (dine-in) and carry-out service. Primary revenue is derived from the sale of those food products, including proprietary and non-proprietary items, for on-site and carry-out consumption. Typical restaurants are indoor structures of approximately 2,500 to 3,500 square feet and need not be free-standing.

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch Franchise: Pros and Cons

An unusually clean legal and compliance record—0 disclosed lawsuits, 0 franchisee judgments or settlements, 0 government penalties, 0 franchisor enforcement actions and 0 fraud cases—reduces litigation risk, but manager-required equity of 20% (top 10%) means you must personally contribute a much larger share of startup capital than in most systems.

Pros

The 100 Training and Support score is well above what's common across franchises (top quarter), meaning you get very strong onboarding and ongoing field support.
0 disclosed lawsuits, 0 franchisee-initiated judgments or settlements, 0 government penalties, 0 franchisor-initiated enforcement actions and 0 fraud cases — an unusually clean legal and compliance record versus peers, which reduces litigation risk and management distraction.
0 outlet terminations, 0 non-renewals and 0 reacquired outlets (bottom 5% for Food & Beverage) indicate operators aren't exiting at typical rates, suggesting better-than-normal operator retention.

Cons

Manager-required equity of 20% is well above typical (top 10%), so you'll need to contribute a larger share of the required capital personally than you would in most systems.
0 company-owned units (bottom 5%) means the franchisor doesn't operate locations itself, which limits its ability to test new ideas and maintain direct, hands-on operational experience.

Territory Protection

52/100
NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains the right to develop units nearby, sell via e-commerce and alternative retail or venue channels, and use different trademarks; protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisee retains site-specific relocation rights.

Training & Support

100
Excellent

The brand provides a comprehensive 142-hour training curriculum designed to prepare six initial staff members through classroom instruction and hands-on, operational training. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, with travel and lodging expenses managed by the franchisee and additional on-site services subject to separate fees, where applicable due to additional-cost support offerings by the franchisor or its vendors, as noted in the FDD. , "training_and_support_score": 100.0, "total_training_hours": 142, "is_on_site_training_provided": true, "on_site_days_pre_launch": null, "on_site_days_post_launch": null, "are_living_expenses_covered_by_franchisor": false, "num_people_included_in_initial_fee": 6, "on_site_support_has_additional_cost": true, "canonical_name": "Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch", "year": 2024}

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch Franchise?

Opening a Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch franchise requires a total initial investment of $311,800 to $808,600, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$311,800
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$808,600
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$112,800
Equipment & Assets$100,000
Reserves$30,000
Training$3,000
Other$31,000

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$35,000
Real Estate$294,600
Equipment & Assets$345,000
Reserves$90,000
Training$5,000
Other$39,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch franchise?

The total initial investment for a Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch franchise ranges from $311,800 to $808,600, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch is $35,000, as stated in the 2024 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

Does Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch disclose franchise revenue data?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2024 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

Does Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2024 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch offer exclusive franchise territories?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch received a territory protection score of 52 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch provide to new franchisees?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch received a training and support score of 100 out of 100. The brand provides a comprehensive 142-hour training curriculum designed to prepare six initial staff members through classroom instruction and hands-on, operational training.

How many Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch franchise locations are there?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch had 16 total locations as of the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch?

Country Waffles Breakfast & Lunch is a brick-and-mortar breakfast and lunch franchise specializing in signature waffles, pancakes, omelets, other egg dishes, sandwiches, burgers, salads and related menu items.

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