Chick-fil-A Franchise Disclosure Document

Chick-fil-A is a fast-food restaurant brand specializing in chicken sandwiches, waffle fries, and other limited-menu items. It was founded in 1946 in Georgia and has since expanded to thousands of locations, primarily in the United States. Chick-fil-A operates on a unique operator model: franchisees invest a relatively low amount compared to industry standards, but the company retains ownership of the restaurant and profits are shared through a service agreement. Operators are highly involved in daily operations and typically manage a single unit. The brand is known for high unit-level sales and strong customer loyalty. Revenue is driven by efficiency, limited hours (closed Sundays), and strong per-customer ticket averages.

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