$237K+ EBITDA: DQ Grill & Chill Drive-thru, Including Real Estate!
Illinois
Ad ID : 2347145
Business Type
Other Food and Restaurants / American Restaurants
Listing Details
- Asking Price:$1,889,000
- Annual Gross Revenue:$797,729
- Annual EBITDA/Cash Flow:$236,959
Summary Description
Rare opportunity to purchase a long-standing and profitable DQ Grill & Chill Franchises with land and building. Successfully operating since 1982, this store has thrived under prior ownership and is deeply rooted in the community it serves. This beautiful free-standing drive-thru location just completed a full DQ Modernization, is ripe for continued growth, and ideal for an owner/operator or absentee owner. SBA approved franchise – financing is available with as little as 10-15% down.
Dairy Queen is one of the largest, fastest growing, and most world-renowned food and treat franchises. In 2001 DQ opened its first Grill and Chill location, which continues to be their flagship concept and the strongest investment in Dairy Queen history. When you buy this franchise, you are joining a system with a proven business model and over 85 years of success. Proven, and highly profitable; This sale will consist of 1 open/operational DQ Grill & Chill franchise, including real estate!
Owner employs a General Manager, Assistant manager, Shift leaders, and a fully trained staff that successfully operate this proven DQ Grill & Chill Drive-thru location.
International Dairy Queen Inc., based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses and services a system of more than 7,700 locations in the United States, Canada and 25 other countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Berkshire) which is led by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire. Over the past 85 years, DQ has satisfied millions of loyal customers and franchisees around the world. The DQ system offers a thrilling experience and resources you need along with the recognition and stability of a world-famous franchise brand!
The industry leading DQ Grill & Chill business model has driven the exceptional growth Dairy Queen has experienced over the past several years. In 2023, the brand generated over $4.96 billion in sales. Dairy Queen has achieved an amazing 85% Consumer Brand recognition and has earned many industry accolades:
– Ranked #1 on the EatThis list of The Top 50 Fast Food Restaurants in America
– #27 on the prestigious Franchise Times Top 200+ list
– Dairy Queen® secured the #41 spot in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® in 2023 and was ranked #1 in the Frozen Desserts: Ice Cream Category
Interested in additional Information?
1) Contact the Broker, Jeff Percey, at 804-357-3243 or email: [email protected].
2) Complete the Confidentiality form to be provided by the Broker.
3) Upon our receipt of your completed Confidentiality Form, we will contact you and provide you with specific data for this business opportunity.
General Information
Included In Asking Price: Real Estate and Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment.
Not Included In Asking Price: Inventory: $7,500
Year Established: 1982
Facilities: Highly visible Free-Standing drive-thru! This location is a fan favorite for the entire community it serves. As a DQ Grill & Chill, it offers a full line of fresh, high-quality foods and frozen treats. This heavily trafficked drive-thru location is the only DQ Grill & Chill serving this market and boasts the “world’s tallest DQ sign”! It has a tremendous regional draw, also attracting highway travelers! There is a beautiful patio, substantial parking, and great visibility! This like-new location just completed a full DQ modernization!
Real Estate: $1,200,000
Building Sq.Ft.: 2,307
Market Outlook
Growth and Expansion: - Huge growth potential with Delivery and Catering - Increased Community Involvement - Structured Fundraising nights & partnerships with schools, sports teams, and other organizations, etc. would be very impactful and further increase sales & awareness!
About the Sale
Support and Training: Buyer must be approved by Franchisor in order to purchase. New Franchisees must attend up to 4 weeks of training and successfully pass. Franchise transfer fees payable by Buyer.
Reason for Sale: Seller is no longer in the market.
Attached Documents:
Confidentiality FormContact Information
Name: Jeff Percey
Phone: 804-357-3243 (Direct)
Email: [email protected]
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