Zaxbys Franchise: Cost, Fees & Availability
Zaxbys Franchise Facts
| Total Investment | $1.4M–$3.8M |
|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $35K |
| Royalty | 6% |
| Avg. Unit Revenue (Item 19) | $2.8M |
| Total Units | 1000 |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Franchising Since | 1994 |
| Liquid Capital Required | $750K |
| Category | Food & Beverage |
20 data points independently verified by FranchiseKI with per-field sources (last verified 2026-06-11).
Where Is Zaxbys Available?
Zaxbys is open for new franchisees in 13 states: Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
Risk Flags From Market Research
- Note: High investment and capital requirements vs segment norms (source: Entrepreneur Franchise 500 directory)
- Note: Negligence lawsuit naming Zaxby's corporate entities over franchise-location assault (source: Restaurant News Resource)
Every flag is sourced from public market research — never editorial opinion. Brands can claim their listing to respond.
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