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Burger Factory

Quick service restaurant

Burger Factory is a single-unit, company-owned quick-service concept with no franchised locations yet. Software purchasing runs entirely through its two co-CEOs, and the FDD already mandates two systems — a real signal of the brand's tech direction as it scales.

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Live signals

Total units
1
0 franchised
Franchised outlet growth
—
Item 20, last two year-ends
AUV
—
Item 19
Royalty
5% component; full terms unconfirmed
percentage component
Ad fund
2%
percentage component
Initial fee
$40K
per unit
Investment range
$354K–$543K
all-in, Item 7
Procurement
Approved supplier
from the filing
Non-compete
2 years
from the filing
Item 19
No claims
from the filing

Ordinary royalty terms

5% component; full terms unconfirmed

Complete royalty terms are not confirmed for the selected filing.

Recorded percentage components

These are recorded percentage components. Each has its own base and conditions; the chart does not state the total payment or confirm ad-fund completeness.

1recorded components (FY2025)

Recorded percentage components (FY2025)Ad fund 2%. Components use their own filing bases and conditions. Drawn against a 15% reference scale.

15% reference

Ad fund 2%

Mandated & recommended tech

The systems vendors compete with

2 technology requirements are recorded in this filing. A required choice lists alternatives for one obligation. Read each cited clause for its conditions.

MealsyMealsy
Mandatory
POSItem 11

Computer System You are required to purchase a computer system (“Computer System”) that consists of the following hardware and software: (a) Tablets; and (b) Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, and Mealsy POS software. We estimate the cost of purchasing the Computer System will be between $3,000 and $5,000. The Computer System will manage the daily workflow of the Burger Factory Business, coordinate the customer ordering experience, track inventory, labor and other information. You must record all Gross Sales on the Computer System. You must store all data and information in the Computer System that we designate, and report data and information in the manner we specify. The Computer System will generate reports on the Gross Sales of your Burger Factory Business. You must also maintain a high-speed Internet connection at the premises of the Burger Factory Business. You must accept all payment methods that we require. You must also participate in any gift card and loyalty programs and accept those as payment.

QuickBooksIntuit
Mandatory
AccountingItem 11

We currently do not have, but may form, an advisory council (“Council”) to advise us on advertising policies. The Council would be governed by bylaws. Members of the Council would consist of both franchisees and corporate representatives. Members of the Council would be selected by way of a voting method specified in the Council’s bylaws. The Council would serve in an advisory capacity only. We will have the power to form, change or dissolve the Council, in our sole discretion. Computer System You are required to purchase a computer system (“Computer System”) that consists of the following hardware and software: (a) Tablets; and (b) Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, and Mealsy POS software. We estimate the cost of purchasing the Computer System will be between $3,000 and $5,000. The Computer System will manage the daily workflow of the Burger Factory Business, coordinate the customer ordering experience, track inventory, labor and other information. You must record all Gross Sales on the Computer System. You must store all data and information in the Computer System that we designate, and report data and information in the manner we specify. The Computer System will generate reports on the Gross Sales of your Burger Factory Business. You must also maintain a high-speed Internet connection at the premises of the Burger Factory Business. You must accept all payment methods that we require. You must also participate in any gift card and loyalty programs and accept those as payment.

Franchisor behaviours

What the franchisor requires

29 requirements the franchisor states in this filing, each in its own words; 3 explicit no's; 2 questions the text does not settle, which is not a no.

Accounting

Must the franchisee use an accounting or bookkeeping system designated or approved by the franchisor?

Yes

Item 11

You are required to purchase a computer system (“Computer System”) that consists of the following hardware and software: (a) Tablets; and (b) Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, and Mealsy POS software.

Does the franchisor have direct or independent electronic access to the franchisee's financial, sales or customer records?

Yes

Item 11

We (or our designee) have the right to independently access the electronic information and data relating to your Burger Factory Business and to collect and use your electronic information and data in any manner, including to promote the System and the sale of Franchises.

Must the franchisee submit periodic financial statements (monthly, quarterly or annual) to the franchisor?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You must also prepare annual Financial Statements within 30 days of the end of your fiscal year.

How the franchisor buys

Is the franchisor or an affiliate itself a supplier of required products, services or systems?

Yes

Item 8

BFF is currently an approved supplier for uniforms, factory sauce, peppercorns, mayonnaise, seasoning, beef, bacon and funnel cake mix.

Does the franchisor reserve the right to change designated suppliers or systems at any time?

Yes

Item 11

We reserve the right to upgrade, modify and add new systems and software, which may result in additional initial and ongoing expenses that you will be responsible for.

How much revenue did the franchisor and its affiliates earn from franchisee purchases in the last fiscal year?

0

Item 8

During our last fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, neither we nor our affiliates derived revenue or other material consideration as a result of franchisees’ required purchases or leases.

Does the franchisor or an affiliate receive rebates, commissions or other revenue from designated or approved suppliers?

Yes

Item 8

We and our affiliates may receive rebates from some suppliers based on your purchase of products and services and we have no obligation to pass them on to our franchisees or use them in any particular manner.

Item 8 gives this proportion in one of two shapes: separate percentages for establishing the business and for operating it, or one figure covering "establishing and operating" together. Where they are separate, answer with the operating percentage; where the passage gives only the combined figure, answer with that. What percentage of the franchisee's purchases must come from designated or approved suppliers?

40

Item 8

We estimate that approximately 70% to 90% of purchases required to open your Burger Factory Business and 40% to 60% of purchases required to operate your Burger Factory Business will be from us or from other approved suppliers or under our specifications.

Does the franchisor charge a fee to evaluate a proposed supplier?

Yes

Item 8

We reserve the right to charge a fee to evaluate the proposed product, service or supplier.

Can a franchisee propose a new supplier for the franchisor's approval?

Yes

Franchise agreement

If you wish to purchase any items or supplies from a supplier we have not approved or wish to offer any new product or service we have not authorized in writing, you must send us a written notice specifying the supplier’s name and qualifications or product or service information and provide any additional…

Communications

Does the franchisor own or control the business telephone numbers, or take them over when the agreement ends?

Yes

Franchise agreement

Immediately stop using all telephone numbers, advertisements, domain names and social media accounts associated with the Franchised Business.

Data and IT

Must the franchisee comply with PCI, data-security or cybersecurity standards set by the franchisor?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You agree to comply with the then-current Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards as those standards may be revised and modified by the PCI Security Standards Council, LLC, or any successor organization or standards we may reasonably specify.

Franchise management

Does the franchisor conduct periodic inspections, audits or evaluations of the franchised business?

Yes

Franchise agreement

During the course of our inspections, we and our representatives will use reasonable efforts to minimize our interference with the operation of your Franchised Business

Can the franchisor change the operations manual and brand standards unilaterally?

Yes

Franchise agreement

We can modify the Franchise Operations Manual at any time.

Must the franchisor approve the franchisee's site or location before opening?

Yes

Item 11

We must approve the site before you sign the lease.

Marketing

Is the franchisee prohibited from operating its own website or social media accounts, or required to use pages the franchisor provides?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You may not maintain a separate website, conduct e-commerce, or otherwise maintain a presence on the Internet in connection with your Franchised Business without our express written permission, which we may revoke at any time, in our sole discretion.

Is a minimum grand opening advertising spend required?

Yes

Item 11

You will spend a minimum of $2,000 on approved grand opening marketing, advertising and promotion for your Burger Factory Business during the period beginning 30 days before and ending 90 days after the opening of your Burger Factory Business.

Must the franchisee participate in a customer loyalty or rewards program?

Yes

Item 11

You will be required to participate in any loyalty programs that we establish.

Must the franchisee participate in a regional advertising cooperative when one exists?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You must participate in any advertising cooperative that we require for the purpose of creating and/or purchasing advertising programs for the benefit of all franchisees operating within a particular region.

Operations

Must the franchisee buy products from a designated distributor?

Yes

Item 8

You must purchase the proprietary products we or our affiliates develop from time to time for proprietary recipes or formulas and purchase them only from us or a third party who we have licensed to prepare and sell the products.

Must equipment be purchased from designated or approved suppliers?

Yes

Item 8

You must obtain the computer hardware, software licenses, maintenance and support services and other related services that meet our specifications from the suppliers we specify.

Payments

Must the franchisee use a payment processor or merchant-services provider designated or approved by the franchisor?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You agree to maintain, at all times, credit card relationships with the credit and debit card issuers or sponsors, check or credit verification services, financial center services, payment providers, merchant service providers, loyalty and gift cards, and electronic fund transfer systems (together, “Payment Vendors”)…

Are royalties and other fees collected by automatic bank debit (ACH or electronic funds transfer) from the franchisee's account?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You must complete our automated clearing house (ACH) authorization form allowing us to electronically debit a bank account you designate (“Franchise Account”) for: (i) all fees payable to us under this Franchise Agreement (other than the Initial Franchise Fee); and (ii) any other amounts you owe to us or any of our…

Must the franchisee participate in a gift card program?

Yes

Item 11

You must also participate in any gift card and loyalty programs and accept those as payment.

People

Must employees wear uniforms specified by the franchisor?

Yes

Item 8

All non-proprietary ingredients, beverage products, cooking materials, containers, cartons, bags, menus, napkins, other paper and plastic products, utensils, uniforms and other supplies and materials used in your Burger Factory Business must strictly conform to our quality standards and reasonable specifications.

Point of sale

Must the franchisee use a specific point-of-sale system designated or approved by the franchisor?

Yes

Franchise agreement

You must utilize the technology, including software, computer hardware and components, point of sale system, cash register(s), communication equipment, and other related accessories or peripheral equipment (collectively, “Technology”) that we require.

Does the franchisor have independent access to the data in the franchisee's POS or computer system?

Yes

Item 11

We (or our designee) have the right to independently access the electronic information and data relating to your Burger Factory Business and to collect and use your electronic information and data in any manner, including to promote the System and the sale of Franchises.

Training

Can the franchisor charge the franchisee for additional, refresher or remedial training?

Yes

Item 6

We may charge you for additional person for training additional persons, newly hired initial training and personnel, refresher training courses, $3,000 per attendee per remedial training, advanced training day for additional courses, and additional or special training, plus our assistance or training you need or…

Is attendance at an annual convention or conference mandatory for the franchisee?

Yes

Item 11

In addition to participating in ongoing training, you will be required to attend any national or regional meeting or conference of franchisees.

The filing answers no to 3 questions
  • Is there a franchisee advisory council, association or committee?Item 11
  • Is the franchisee required to spend a minimum amount on local advertising or marketing, as a percentage of sales or a fixed amount?Franchise agreement
  • Does the franchisor require minimum staffing levels or specific roles?Franchise agreement

The vendor opportunity at Burger Factory

Burger Factory is a single-unit, company-owned quick-service concept with no franchised locations yet in its 2025 FDD. Item 19 makes no financial performance representation. The near-term addressable market is small, but the brand's Item 11 already mandates two software systems — a signal worth tracking as the concept scales.

Who controls software purchasing

Co-Chief Executive Officers Mohamed Eldakhakhni and Zeinab Saleh run Burger Factory. With one company-owned unit, every technology decision runs through this two-person leadership team rather than a franchisee network.

Tech named in the FDD, and what is actually required

Item 11 mandates two systems outright: Mealsy and QuickBooks by Intuit. Both are contractual obligations under the franchise agreement, not just named in passing — a genuine incumbent position for any competing vendor to displace.

Procurement, renewals, and timing

Item 8 requires franchisees to purchase from the franchisor, its designees, or approved suppliers, with proprietary food products and computer hardware and software — including the point-of-sale system — bought directly from the franchisor or an affiliate. Item 17 allows one successor 10-year term after the initial 10-year term, under a new franchise agreement that can carry materially different fee terms.

How to read the Burger Factory FDD

The filing embedded below was filed with state franchise regulators in 2025. Talk to FranCloud for a ranked target list of franchise systems like this one.

Ordinary royalty terms

Complete royalty terms are not confirmed.

Questions vendors ask

Burger Factory, answered from the filing

Co-Chief Executive Officers Mohamed Eldakhakhni and Zeinab Saleh run Burger Factory jointly — with a single company-owned unit and no franchisees yet, they are the entire buying center.
Mealsy and QuickBooks by Intuit are both mandated under Item 11 — Burger Factory's franchise agreement obliges use of each.
1 company-owned location; the FDD lists no franchised units.
Item 8 requires purchases from the franchisor, its designees, or approved suppliers, with proprietary food products and computer hardware and software — including the point-of-sale system — bought directly from the franchisor or an affiliate.
Item 17 allows one successor term of 10 years on top of the 10-year initial term, with a new franchise agreement that may carry materially different fee terms — the likely point where any tech vendor relationship gets revisited.
The filing is embedded below. It was filed with state franchise regulators in 2025.
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Operator footprint

Who runs the locations

2 operators run 2 mapped locations. 0 of them are multi-unit. Aggregate counts from the filing; no names.

Operators by units owned

Single-unit2

Top states by locations

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VA1

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