DQ Grill & Chill charges a royalty fee of 4.0% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a DQ Grill & Chill franchise is approximately 9.0% of gross sales (2024 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 5.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $446/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

DQ Grill & Chill has been involved in 4 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2024 FDD). There are currently 3 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the DQ Grill & Chill franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2024 FDD).

DQ Grill & Chill offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2024 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

DQ Grill & Chill currently operates 1,969 locations (2024 FDD) (1,967 franchised, 2 company-owned). The system grew by 0.2% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 0.3%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for DQ Grill & Chill is 2.0% (2024 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the DQ Grill & Chill FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2024 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.3M (average: $1.4M).

The initial franchise agreement term for DQ Grill & Chill is 20 years (2024 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 30 years.

DQ Grill & Chill's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 0 miles of the former location (2024 FDD).

Yes, DQ Grill & Chill's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2024 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

DQ Grill & Chill provides 277 hours of initial training over approximately 5 weeks (2024 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Yes, DQ Grill & Chill provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2024 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.