Sonic Drive In
Drive-in hamburger restaurant
Sonic Industries Inc. was founded in 1973. In 1974, Sonic acquired the name 'Sonic Drive-In' from Troy Smith, Sr., and began franchising. Smith used his more than 15 years of experience in the restaurant business to develop and operate the Sonic franchise program. A wholly owned subsidiary of Sonic Corp., the company is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and has locations throughout the United States. The company's storefronts recently got a facelift to give them a 'retro-futuristic' look.
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Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
How much does it cost to open a Sonic Drive In Franchises?
Total Investment: $1,200,000-$3,200,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Royalty Fee: 1-5%
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 20 years Renewal Fee: 10 years for $6K
How to contact Sonic Drive In
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Sonic Drive In Restaurants
300 Johnny Bench Dr.
Oklahoma City,
OK
73104
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Phone: (405)225-5000
Toll Free: (800)569-6656
Fax: (405)225-5963
Website: Visit Website
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Sonic Drive In News
Edmond Funeral Service Planned For Sonic Founder
Family and friends are preparing a local church funeral to say goodbye to Troy N. Smith Sr., the founder of Sonic, America's Drive-In.
The funeral for Smith will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the First Christian Church of Edmond, with interment at Memorial Park Cemetery. Smith, an Edmond resident, d... more
Sonic Announces New Restaurant Chief
Sonic Corp. has named a new president of its restaurant operating subsidiary, Sonic Restaurants, Inc.
The Oklahoma City-based drive-in restaurant chain announced the hiring of Omar Janjua (JOHN'-jew-uh) on Tuesday.
Janjua was previously the executive vice president and chief operating offi... more
Sonic Plans To Expand In New York State
With Sonic getting a warm welcome in Northern markets, often pulling in three times the sales of stores that open in existing markets, the chain is making a strong push into the New York market.
Franchisee Daser Restaurant Group plans to develop several more drive-ins in the region in the next ... more
Sonic Intros Chillers Frozen Drinks
Sonic Drive-In has introduced a line of frozen beverages that combines its Limeade offerings with ice cream, the company has announced.
Sonic Chillers are a blend of a choice of Cherry Limeade, Strawberry Limeade or classic Limeade and vanilla soft serve, finished off with whipped topping, a fre... more
Sonic Launches New $1 Per Item Budget Menu
Sonic Corp.'s drive-in restaurant chain launched a new value menu on Monday that offers 11 food and drink items for $1 each plus tax.
The "Everyday Value Menu" includes new items and small sizes of previously offered items. The new menu is available all day, seven days a week.
The ... more
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Franchise History
When did the first Sonic Drive In open? 1954
When did Sonic Drive In start Franchising? 1959
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Expansion Plans
United States: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia,
International: Mexico,
Financing Options
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| Equipment |
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| Inventory |
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| Accounts Receivable |
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Training & Support
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising
Business Operations
International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 25
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience: Industry experience General business experience If no industry experience, must have an operating equity partner
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COMPANY INFORMATION
Sonic Drive In Restaurants
300 Johnny Bench Dr.
Oklahoma City,
OK
73104
Phone: (405)225-5000
Toll Free: (800)569-6656
Fax: (405)225-5963
Website: Visit Website
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