How many Fat Shack outlets in Kansas were operating at the start of 2022?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 | Column 5 | Column 6 | Column 7 | Ceased Operations- Other Reasons | Column 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | Outlets at | Outlets | Terminations | Non- | Reacquired | Outlets at | |
| Start of the Year | Opened | Renewals | by Franchisor | End of the Year | ||||
| 2022 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | |
| Colorado | 2023 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Florida |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 49–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Fat Shack's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 3 Fat Shack outlets operating in Kansas at the start of 2022. The document provides a detailed breakdown of outlet activity by state, including the number of outlets at the beginning of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions by the franchisor, outlets that ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year. This information is crucial for prospective franchisees to understand the brand's presence and performance in specific geographic areas.
For a potential Fat Shack franchisee, this data indicates the existing market penetration in Kansas. With 3 outlets already in operation at the beginning of 2022, it suggests an established, albeit limited, presence. The table also shows that no additional outlets were opened, terminated, or changed ownership during 2022, indicating a stable market for those existing locations. This information can help a franchisee assess the potential for growth and competition in the state.
It's important to note that while the number of outlets remained constant in 2022, the table also provides data for subsequent years, showing continued stability with 3 outlets operating in Kansas through 2023 and 2024. This consistent number can be interpreted as either a sign of market saturation or a deliberate strategy by Fat Shack to maintain a controlled presence. A prospective franchisee should investigate further to understand the reasons behind this stability and whether there are opportunities for expansion in the future.