In which state has Fat Shack signed a franchise agreement, but the outlet has not yet opened?
Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Franchise Agreements Signed But Outlet Not Opened | Projected New Franchised Outlet in the Next Fiscal Year | Projected New Company-Owned Outlet in the Next Fiscal Year | |
| Colorado | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Florida | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Georgia | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Nevada | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Texas | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total | 1 | 4 | 0 |
A list of names, addresses and telephone numbers of all FAT SHACK franchisees and Area Developers are listed in Attachment G to this document.
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, as of December 31, 2024, there was one state where a franchise agreement had been signed, but the outlet had not yet opened. That state is Florida, with a total of one such agreement.
This indicates that Fat Shack is continuing to expand its franchise network, but there can be delays between signing an agreement and opening the actual outlet. These delays can be due to various factors such as securing real estate, construction, permitting, and franchisee training.
For a prospective franchisee, this information highlights the importance of understanding the timeline for opening a Fat Shack franchise and the potential challenges that may arise during the process. It would be prudent to inquire about the typical time frame between signing the agreement and opening the doors, as well as the support Fat Shack provides in navigating these initial hurdles.