What restaurant formats are included in Checkers' estimated initial investment charts?

According to Checkers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment charts cover six different restaurant formats. These formats include a modular design drive-thru restaurant, which is pre-manufactured and assembled on-site, and the conversion of an existing drive-thru restaurant, which involves adapting a building previously used by another brand. The charts also detail costs for a site-built restaurant, constructed from the ground up, and an endcap restaurant in a strip-center, typically located at the end of a retail building.

Additionally, Checkers provides investment estimates for an in-line restaurant in a high-density market, which is situated between other businesses without a drive-thru, and a gas station/convenience store, non-traditional, or Walmart restaurant, often located within or adjacent to these retail locations. Each of these formats carries different cost considerations, particularly in areas like restaurant building costs, which vary based on construction type and site requirements. The FDD specifies that these estimates may also apply to reopening an existing restaurant that had previously ceased operations.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review these charts to understand the potential investment required for their desired restaurant format. The 'Restaurant Building' line item in each chart includes site development costs, which can vary significantly based on the condition of the premises, local requirements, and material and labor costs. Understanding these format-specific costs is crucial for budgeting and financial planning when considering a Checkers franchise.