Buddy's bar-b-q
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
A Smokin' Good Deal Since 1972
Bring authentic hickory-smoked bar-b-q to your neighborhood with a proven fast-casual franchise.
Brand overview
Buddy's bar-b-q has been serving East Tennessee since 1972, offering authentic, hickory-smoked bar-b-q rooted in time-honored, homemade recipes passed down through generations. The legacy brand stands out for its commitment to quality, consistency, and a family-friendly atmosphere rooted in Southern hospitality. Franchise owners operate small-footprint restaurants featuring on-site hickory-smoked meats and drive-thru convenience, built around a fast-casual model designed for high off-premises sales and quick customer service.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Buddy's bar-b-q
Buddy's offers a time-tested business model with over 50 years of success and deep Southern roots. The franchise benefits from a strong off-premises revenue stream, with 68% of sales coming from off-premises dining. Drive-thru convenience at every location accounts for 44% of total sales. The small 2,400-square-foot prototype features brand-new buildout options for freestanding, end cap, and conversion locations. Authentic, homemade recipes passed down for generations keep customers coming back.
Investment Requirements
Cash Required
$750,000
Net worth
$1,500,000
Franchise fee
$40,000
Real estate required
Yes
Training & support
Franchisees are guided every step of the way by an experienced team, including a Director of Training and regional managers with decades of operational tenure at Buddy's.
Ideal candidate
The ideal candidate has at least $750,000 in liquid assets, a net worth of at least $1.5 million, and prior restaurant experience.
Join the Buddy's family and bring a legacy of hickory-smoked bar-b-q to your community. Discover how you can own a neighborhood favorite backed by decades of Southern hospitality and operational support.