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: $710,000-$2,300,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Royalty Fee: 1-5%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 20 years
Renewal Fee: 10 years for $6K

How to contact Sonic Drive In

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

Sonic Drive In News

Sonic To Target Underperforming Drive-ins
Sonic Corp. on Tuesday announced a four-year plan to focus on re-franchising underperforming partner drive-ins. Latest General News Partner drive-ins account for about 20 percent of the system. Plans are also in the works to open 155 to 165 new franchise drive-ins in fiscal year 2009 and ... more

Sonic Announces Promotions, Reorganizes Executive Leadership And Realigns Operations
Sonic Corp. (Nasdaq: SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced several promotions within its top management, effective May 1, 2008, as well as related changes to realign the operational structure of the company. Scott McLain, who is currently President of the ... more

Sonic Expands Into Central Ohio
Columbus has long been fertile territory for food ventures, with its reputation as a reliable test market and its status as home to several national restaurant chains. But America's fourth-largest burger chain hasn't operated in Central Ohio until now. Sonic Corp. opened a restaurant at ... more

Raspberries Go Bananas At Sonic
Tart raspberries and fresh bananas are blended together in the newest refreshing and fruity SONIC treat. Packed full of natural sweetness, this tasty fat-free blend will even pass for dessert. The Raspberry Banana smoothie is not only a delicious ending to your SONIC meal, but can stand alone as a s... more

Pop Into Sonic® For A Delicious Bite
Just in time for the holidays, SONIC, America's Drive-In debuts decadent Cheesecake Bites, the newest novelty to hit the SONIC dessert menu. Creamy bits of traditional cheesecake rolled in a crunchy graham cracker crust present convenience and indulgence in a single poppable bite. These mag... more
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Franchise History

When did the first Sonic Drive In open? 1954
When did Sonic Drive In start Franching? 1959

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate

2005 2384 0 7 550

2004 2334 0 5 510

2003 2207 0 5 497

2002 2039 0 1 443

2001 1937 0 0 387

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

Expense In-House Third Party

Franchise Fee No Yes

Startup Costs No Yes

Equipment No Yes

Inventory Yes No

Accounts Receivable Yes No

Payroll Yes No

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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Listing Tags

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