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Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of or want to locate a franchise in one of these states, we will
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requirements in your state. Franchise offerings are made by Franchise Disclosure Document only.
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Sticking Smiles on the
Faces of Our Customers
Hot Dog on a Stick is a unique offering, with
flavorful all-American cuisine served by
smiling faces. Our memorable brand creates a
fun, engaging experience that reinforces our
fast service and quality products in a
convenient and affordable way. We use the
finest ingredients – to deliver a delicious meal
and an excellent value for the whole family.
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HOTDOG ON A STICK
Our signature item! Dipped in our secret Party
Batter and cooked to perfection. Available in
turkey, beef and veggie and served sizzling hot
from our custom cookers.
FRESH SQUEEZED LEMONADE
An all-American favorite. Made fresh from ripe
lemons, pure cane sugar, and a little tender
MENU ITEMS
loving care. Available in original, cherry, lime, lite,
and other flavors, as well as frozen.
FRENCH FRIES
Our extra fancy shoestring potatoes are cooked
to perfection and lightly seasoned. A perfect
addition to a Hot Dog on a Stick and fresh
lemonade.
CHEESE ON A STICK
Available in two options – a savory American
cheese blend or a slightly spicy pepperjack
cheese. It’s like a grilled cheese, only better!
HOT DOG IN A BUN
You can’t get more American than a juicy all-beef
hot dog, grilled to perfection and blanketed in a
gourmet bun. Top it off with your pick of
condiments.
FUNNEL CAKE STICKS
Classic for your sweet tooth. Cooked to a golden
brown, sprinkled with powdered sugar, and
finished with a mouth-watering chocolate or
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Why Choose Hot Dog on a Stick?
5
An Iconic Simple, Easy-to-
American Brand Execute Operations
Founded by Dave Barham in Simple menu with easy fresh
1946, the original location made to order preparation. The
opened just steps from the lemonade contains only a few
REASONS beach in Santa Monica, fresh ingredients, made fresh
TO START California and is still serving
beachgoers today.
and stomped throughout the
day.
Best in Category Product Small Footprint Allows Great for Multi-unit
and Customer Service Strong Flexibility in Ownership
In a recent customer survey by Development
an independent firm, Hot Dog With an average store size of Strong unit level economics –
on a Stick a received 9 out of 600-750 square feet, Hot Dog build a delicious empire with
10 in overall satisfaction and on a Stick can fit in many any combination of the Hot
product quality. We are proud unique locations. Want Dog on a Stick, Pretzelmaker,
of our smiling customer portability? We also offer food Marble Slab Creamery, or Great
service and freshly made trucks, trailers, and pop-ups. American Cookie brands.
products.
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Creating Smiles Do you share our values of excellence, fun,
integrity, and teamwork? Hot Dog on a Stick is
currently offering national franchise
All Around the opportunities to leaders like you. From store
construction, to ordering restaurant supplies, to
dipping the perfect dog – we’ve made sure
World everything is integrated to set you up for
continuing success.
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Development
Options
» Drive-thru: Free standing drive through model, with
or without seating
» Shopping Mall: Typically 600-750 square feet with
excellent visibility
» Special Venues: High-traffic, pedestrian-friendly
venues like airports, theme parks, and stadiums
» Catering and Fairs: Food trucks, trailers, and pop-
up locations
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SUPPORT AND OPERATIONS
Our franchise support team is dedicated to supporting your
business in all aspects of operation. We offer management
training and provide a team for your opening. Our signature,
quality products are available through our distribution network in
any market. To suit international and regional taste preferences,
we’ll work to customize your menu.
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Sticking With Us
New Franchisee Process
1 2 3 4
Complete online Discuss your goals Complete the Define opening
inquiry, receive FDD, and objectives with Franchise Application schedule and markets
and return receipt. our franchise for final approval. for development.
development team.
5 6 7 8
Work with support Complete store and
Identify site(s) for Complete training for staff on development, Stick a Smile on the
approval and execute certified management distribution, IT and Faces of Your
agreements. team. operations. Customers!
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Crunching the Numbers
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Term: 10 years, with option to renew for 10 years
Royalty: 6% of net sales
Marketing: 1.5% (note: subject to change per agreement)
International Territory Fee: Varies by region, market size, and
development commitment
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