Birdcall^®

Food & Beverage • Year: 2025

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What Is Birdcall?

Birdcall is a restaurant franchise that serves 100% all-natural chicken, plus salads and other made-to-order meals. Guests order and pay at a computer kiosk upon entering and retrieve orders from a designated cubby, reflecting an on-premises kiosk-order and pickup service model. Some Birdcall Restaurants may offer a selection of alcoholic beverages as an additional revenue stream. Franchised units operate in traditional premises of approximately 1,300 to 3,600 square feet, with smaller non-traditional premises possible.

Birdcall Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise shows a clean legal and regulatory record-zero disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisor enforcement actions, judgments/settlements, outlet terminations, or reacquisitions-but carries significant financial risk with a $60,000 minimum franchise fee and estimated startup costs of $752,000 to $2,638,000.

Pros

Zero disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisor enforcement actions, franchisee-initiated judgments/settlements, outlet terminations, and reacquisitions - the system presents a clean legal and regulatory record.

Training costs estimated at $12,500 (min) to $25,000 (max) are well above typical, which often indicates a more comprehensive initial training program.

Managers are not required to hold equity (0% required), giving you flexibility to structure manager ownership and compensation.

Cons

Minimum franchise fee of $60,000 is well above typical for Food & Beverage, increasing your upfront purchase cost compared with most peers.

Estimated total startup costs (min $752,000; max $2,638,000) are well above typical, meaning you'll need substantially more capital and likely higher financing than most franchise opportunities.

There are zero existing franchised units - the system is early-stage, so you'll be among the first franchisees with limited peer data to support due diligence.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

Birdcall reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

43/100

NORMAL

Birdcall grants non-exclusive, site-specific Protected Areas for each franchised location-typically up to a 3-mile radius (minimum 1 mile). Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; franchisor retains e-commerce/alternative-channel sales and may develop nearby units without a right of first refusal.

Training & Support

37/100

NORMAL

Birdcall provides a robust 74-hour training curriculum designed to prepare franchisee personnel for launch; the initial franchise fee does not include trainee seats. The program includes on-site launch assistance to support operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses, and additional fees apply for on-site support.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Birdcall Franchise?

Opening a Birdcall franchise requires a total initial investment of $752,000 to $2,638,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$752,000

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$2,638,000

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000

Real Estate$457,000

Equipment & Assets$113,000

Reserves$25,000

Training$12,500

Other$84,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000

Real Estate$1,899,000

Equipment & Assets$410,000

Reserves$75,000

Training$25,000

Other$169,000

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

Birdcall Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Birdcall did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Birdcall a good franchise to own?

Whether Birdcall is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Birdcall operates 12 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 37/100. The franchisor does not disclose financial performance data. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Birdcall franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Birdcall franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $752,000 to $2,638,000. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Birdcall franchise?

Break-even timelines for Birdcall franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Birdcall a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Birdcall operates 0 franchised locations and 12 company-owned locations. Birdcall currently operates as a predominantly company-owned system, though franchise opportunities are being offered through the FDD.

Does Birdcall disclose franchise revenue data?

Birdcall did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

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