How many franchised Bb.Q Chicken outlets were operating at the start of 2024?
Bb_Q_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 87 | 123 | +36 |
| 2023 | 123 | 159 | +36 | |
| 2024 | 159 | 205 | +46 | |
| Company-Owned* | 2022 | 1 | 2 | +1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 | +1 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 3 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 88 | 125 | +37 |
| 2023 | 125 | 162 | +37 | |
| 2024 | 162 | 208 | +46 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 56–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bb.Q Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 159 franchised outlets operating at the beginning of 2024. This number reflects the total number of Bb.Q Chicken franchise locations open and operating as of January 1, 2024.
The FDD provides a table summarizing the status of both franchised and company-owned outlets over the past three years. This table offers a clear view of the brand's growth trajectory, showing the number of outlets at the start and end of each year, as well as the net change. For prospective franchisees, this historical data can be useful in assessing the growth and stability of the Bb.Q Chicken franchise system.
It's important to note that this number only reflects the number of actively operating franchised locations. It does not include any locations that may have been under development or locations that were closed during the year. Reviewing the complete Item 20 and speaking with current franchisees can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the Bb.Q Chicken franchise system's performance and trends.