What was the total net change in the number of Carls Jr. outlets in 2025?
Carls_Jr Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Restaurant Type | Year | Restaurants at Start of the Year | Restaurants at End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2023 | 1018 | 1020 | +2 |
| 2024 | 1020 | 1014 | -6 | |
| 2025 | 1014 | 982 | -32 | |
| Company- | 2023 | 48 | 49 | +1 |
| Operated | ||||
| 2024 | 49 | 49 | 0 | |
| 2025 | 49 | 50 | +1 | |
| Total Outlets | 2023 | 1066 | 1069 | +3 |
| 2024 | 1069 | 1063 | -6 | |
| 2025 | 1063 | 1032 | -31 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 68–75)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Carls Jr. Franchise Disclosure Document, the total net change in the number of outlets in 2025 was a decrease of 31 restaurants. At the start of 2025, there were 1,063 total outlets, which decreased to 1,032 by the end of the year. This total includes both franchised and company-operated restaurants.
Specifically, the number of franchised restaurants decreased by 32, going from 1,014 at the beginning of 2025 to 982 at the end of the year. Meanwhile, the number of company-operated restaurants increased by 1, rising from 49 to 50 during the same period. This data provides a clear picture of the changes in the Carls Jr. system over the course of the year.
A prospective franchisee should note the overall decrease in the number of franchised locations. It would be prudent to inquire with Carls Jr. about the reasons for this decline, such as closures, non-renewals, or other factors. Understanding these trends can help a potential franchisee assess the stability and growth potential of the Carls Jr. system.