• Last Year Rank: 85
  • Investment Range: $156,175 - $638,300
  • Initial Investment: $35,500
  • Category: Restaurant
128. Auntie Anne’s

Company Description

Auntie Anne’s is an American chain of pretzel shops. Auntie Anne’s is a subsidiary brand of GoTo Foods (formerly Focus Brands), which is owned by Roark Capital.

Anne Beiler started the company as a stand at a farmers’ market in Pennsylvania in 1988. The chain has locations in more than 25 countries. Most units are located in malls, airports and outlet centers, with a handful of drive-thru locations scattered throughout the United States. The company opened its first location in Australia in July 2025. 

Auntie Anne’s partners with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, an organization that raises money to support finding a cure for childhood cancer, and the Food Donation Connection.

Company Statistics

  • Global Sales: $931,716,796
  • US Units: 1,221
  • International Units: 844
  • Total Units: 2,065
  • Percent Franchised: 99%
  • % International Units: 41%
  • US Franchised Units: 1,210
  • International Franchised Units: 844
  • Sales Growth %: 2.5%
  • Unit Growth %: 2.5%

Sponsored information provided by the franchisor

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Get That Dough to the People!

What began as a single stand selling handmade pretzels and fresh-squeezed lemonade at a Pennsylvania farmer’s market has since become the largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise in the world with over 1,700 locations. The recipe for Auntie Anne’s® global success is simple: prioritize people, commit to quality, and never, ever underestimate the power of freshly baked dough.

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Investment Details

  • Starting Year: 1988
  • Franchise Fee: $35,500
  • Investment Range: $149,625 – $624,800 Estimated Initial Investment for a Full Shoppe
  • Royalty Fee: 7% of Net Sales (Except for Co-Branded Shops)
  • Financing Available: No

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