Overview
Why The Dinner Detective?
The Dinner Detective is a lodging & leisure brand with over 13 years of operating history and 28 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.
The Numbers
Investment & Fees
- Total initial investment
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- Initial franchise fee
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- Royalty fee
- Available on request
- Ad / marketing fee
- Available on request
Regulatory Filings
FDDs on file
Latest FDD on file: 2017. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.
Why every serious buyer requests the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.
- Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
- Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
- Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
- Item 21: audited financial statements
Frequently Asked
The Dinner Detective franchise FAQ
Is The Dinner Detective a franchise?
Yes. The Dinner Detective is a franchise in the lodging & leisure category, which means you can own and operate a The Dinner Detective location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
How many The Dinner Detective franchise locations are there?
The Dinner Detective operates 28 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.
When was The Dinner Detective founded?
The Dinner Detective was founded in 2013, giving the brand 13 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.
Is a The Dinner Detective franchise profitable?
The Dinner Detective unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the The Dinner Detective FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.
How do I apply for a The Dinner Detective franchise opportunity?
Submit a request through this page to receive the The Dinner Detective Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.
Where can I get the The Dinner Detective FDD?
The current The Dinner Detective FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.
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