What was the total number of Fat Shack outlets at the end of 2024?
Fat_Shack 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 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 2023 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| Company-Owned1 | 2022 | 3 | 5 | +2 |
| 2023 | 5 | 6 | +1 | |
| 2024 | 6 | 5 | -1 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 27 | 29 | +2 |
| 2023 | 29 | 30 | +1 | |
| 2024 | 30 | 29 | -1 |
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, the total number of Fat Shack outlets at the end of 2024 was 29. This number reflects a net decrease of 1 outlet during the year. At the start of 2024, there were 30 total outlets.
Of the 29 Fat Shack outlets at the end of 2024, 24 were franchised and 5 were company-owned. The number of franchised outlets remained constant throughout 2024, while the number of company-owned outlets decreased by 1.
Prospective franchisees should note the slight decrease in total outlets and inquire about the reasons behind the closure of the company-owned location. Understanding the factors that influence outlet performance can be crucial for making an informed investment decision.