Wienerschnitzel
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
World's Largest Hot Dog Franchise
Capitalize on a simple business model with exceptionally low food costs and market-exclusive development opportunities.
Brand overview
For over 60 years, Wienerschnitzel has grown into the world's largest hot dog chain. The Galardi Group purchased the Tastee-Freez brand in 2003 as a complementary co-brand, enhancing the menu with legendary soft-serve desserts while maintaining a focus on affordable, fast, and efficient service. Today, entrepreneurs can operate quick-service restaurants built around signature hot dogs and a beloved dessert menu.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose Wienerschnitzel
This is a simple business to operate with exceptionally low food costs. The franchise features small real estate requirements and a low cost of entry. New franchisees benefit from incredible discount incentives, including discounted royalties and local marketing spend. Market-exclusive development opportunities are available. The brand also boasts a 60-year history of success and is ranked number one in its category in Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
AUV
AUV refers to average unit volume of unaudited gross sales shared by the top 25% of Wienerschnitzel restaurants open for the entire calendar year of 2025. Your estimated sales and operating costs can and will vary. This information is not an offer to sell you a franchise. We will not offer you a franchise until such time we have complied with FTC disclosure requirements, and you have met our application and pre-approval process to be awarded a franchise license. Please read Item 19 in our Franchise Disclosure Document.
Total investment
$561,000–$2,645,500
Cash Required
$300,000
Net worth
$1,000,000
Franchise fee
$40,000
Royalty fee
1% Year-1, Then 2%, Then 5% year-3 and Thereafter
Ad fund %
1%
Total units
315
Financing available
Third-party financing available through relationship with third-party lender. Franchisor guarantees approved loans (up to $1 million aggregate across all franchisees) and receives 3% fee on loan amount. Franchisor may be responsible for payment if franchisee defaults.
Real estate required
Yes
Growth Trends
Training & support
Superior training and ongoing support are provided by the franchisor to ensure you have the tools and knowledge needed to run your restaurant successfully.
Ideal candidate
Wienerschnitzel seeks well-qualified entrepreneurs with a net worth of at least $1 million and $300,000 in liquid assets. Ideal candidates are looking to capitalize on market-exclusive development opportunities, particularly in the Midwest and select domestic markets.
Join the world's largest hot dog franchise and build your business with a proven, efficient model. Submit your information today to learn more about available territories and franchise opportunities.