Historic Fatburger Photo

THE LAST GREAT HAMBURGER STAND

Los Angeles in 1952 was a city of dreamers. The fabulous fifties were underway and the air was ripe with opportunity. The city was growing, and its people had to eat. Lovie Yancey, a woman of vision and uncommon character, had her own extraordinary dream - to make the world’s greatest hamburgers. So, with a little luck and a lot of personality, she created something unique - the thickest, juiciest hamburgers anyone had ever seen. She decided right then that there could only be one name for them - Fatburger’s - because it perfectly described their massive size.

b&BFatburgerMarch-212.jpg

Today, Fatburger’s are just as thick and delicious as they have always been. Our fans know, that when they order a Fatburger, they’re going to get that same great tasting burger that Lovie poured her heart and soul into way back in 1952. With more than 60 years of experience, we know a thing or two about food and what makes eating out fun. Our stores are always clean, always bright and always playing great music. If there was anything Lovie loved more than making great hamburgers, it was her many musician friends who hung around her stand, ordering burgers late into the night, jotting down songs at the counter, or grabbing a shake before heading back to the studio for another jam session. Maybe you’ve heard about the late-night talk show hosts, sports icons, and pop-stars who’ve made Fatburger their hangout of choice. Or maybe you’ve seen Fatburger on TV, or in a big Hollywood movie. It’s all part of the Fatburger legacy.


With years of experience Fatburger knows what it takes to operate a 24/7 fast casual restaurant. We continually seek out new and innovative ways to make our operations more efficient, to increase top-line sales, and to help our franchisees operate more efficiently. Our industry-leading supply chain delivers high-quality food while maintaining competitive pricing for our franchise partners.

+ Co-branding - Give your Fatburger wings!

Fatburger is a sister brand of the Atlanta based, gourmet, fast-casual, and full-service Americana restaurant chain Buffalo's Cafe. Existing and new Fatburger franchisees are taking to the opportunity to develop “CO-BRANDED” Fast Casual restaurants with the Buffalo's Express Fast Casual chicken wing brand and are benefitting from a proven, complementary business model. Co-branded restaurants operate in the same size footprint as a single fast casual Fatburger restaurant. Co-branded restaurants benefit from serving two complimentary food groups and multiple day parts, helping to increase sales and profitability for franchisees.

Image of Fatburger & Buffalo's Wings

Image of Fatburger & Buffalo's Wilshire & Vermont

+ New Markets Available for Development

Select U.S. and International markets are available for franchise development! Fatburger is seeking both single-unit and multi-unit franchisee candidates to develop restaurants in both new and existing markets.

+ Area & Master Development Agreements

Area and Master development agreements available in select markets to qualified franchisees.

+ Flexible Venues

Fatburger works to adapt to special venues and unique locations (i.e. Drive-thru, Food Court, In-line, End-cap, Universities, Casinos, and Airports etc.). Full service, fast casual, kiosk, and Co-branded restaurant models are available for development.

Images of development models, Traditional, Full Service, Kiosk and Co-branded

+ Market specific menu options

Localized menu options, Halal and Kosher franchise models available.

Halal and Kosher symbols

 

 

+ Franchise Support

When franchisees join the Fatburger family, they receive the support provided by an organization committed to their success. Fatburger franchisees will also benefit from the experience of a professional management team. Fatburger has developed an effective, systematic process to get our franchisees up and running quickly. That includes architecture and design support, operational support, purchasing support, equipment selection support, training and recruitment support, advertising and marketing support, and real estate support.

+ Architecture & Design

Fatburger provides architectural and design guideance to its franchisees. As part of this assistance, we furnish prototypical design plans. Fatburger consults with its franchisees as the Fatburger approved, Franchisee contracted, architect modifies their plans to fit the specific needs of each location. Fatburger also provides design guidelines, signage specifications and other materials to assist its franchisees.

+ Construction & Equipment Support

Our franchisees, receive guidance in the layout and design of their restaurant. Fatburger outlines the equipment needs for every location (i.e., refrigerators, freezers, fryers, grills, etc.), and provides guidance in the selection of contractors and vendors. Fatburger recommends that franchisees seek competitive bids for any capital items they purchase. Fatburger does not make a profit by selling equipment or food products to its franchisees, every thing is straight pass through from vendors.

+ Supply Chain

Fatburger franchisees receive guidance in purchasing food supplies and paper products for their restaurants.

+ Training

Proper training is absolutely essential for maintaining a successful operation while maintaining the consistency and integrity of the Fatburger operation and brand. To that end, Fatburger sets rigorous standards for staff development.

Fatburger provides its franchisees with a detailed and comprehensive curriculum outlining how to operate their Fatburger business. Franchisees will receive thorough instructions in:

  • Restaurant Operations
  • Restaurant Management
  • Safety and Health
  • Local Store Marketing
  • Site Selection

Every franchisee receives a set of Fatburger manuals containing the entire training program. These can be kept on hand for reference to direct your daily operations. They provide quick and convenient information -- answering franchisees questions regarding all operating procedures.

Following the development of the new site, Fatburger assists franchisees in planning their grand opening. When franchisees open their doors, the Fatburger corporate operations team will be there to make sure the grand opening is a successful one.

+ Advertising & Marketing

No business can be successful without creative advertising and an intelligent marketing plan. To continually attract a diverse customer base, Fatburger advertising must react faster, be more daring, more innovative, and more focused on the specific community in which each location is situated. Fatburger's past experience has shown this is the only proven method to stay ahead of the competition.

  • GRAPHIC DESIGN
  • SOCIAL MEDIA
  • MENU DEVELOPMENT
  • MARKETING COLLATERAL
  • TRADE DRESS
  • POP / LTO
  • LSM INITIATIVES
  • KIOSK ORDERING
  • DIGITAL ADVERTISING
  • WEBSITE
  • SOCIAL WiFi
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • MENU BOARDS
  • DIGITAL MENUS
  • PACKAGING
  • DELIVERY SERVICE PARTNERS
  • LISTINGS MANAGEMENT
  • MERCHANDISE

Fatburger's flair for creative advertising and marketing sets us apart from other restaurants. The distinctive history, the L.A. roots, the world famous cooked-to-order burger, and the look and sound of the restaurants, all provide great opportunities for innovative marketing.

Images of Celebrities with Fatburger

+ Operational Support

Each franchisee is assigned a Fatburger Franchise Consultant. They will consult with the franchisee and make recommendations concerning financial analysis, promotions and restaurant operations. This will insure the highest standard of operational procedures thus maximizing sales and profitability.

Images of Fatburger Team Training

+ Purchasing

As a multi-unit chain, Fatburger negotiates preferential prices on behalf of its franchisees. Fatburger provides specifications for approved products and a list of approved vendors. Fatburger's purchasing operation is intended solely to ensure quality assurance and cost-effectiveness. Franchisees are not required to purchase any supplies from Fatburger.

 

FatBrands-Map.png

When you join the Fatburger brand - you’re joining the FAT Brands Family.

FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual and casual dining restaurant concepts around the world.