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Buy a Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries Franchise

Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries is a fast-casual, retro-themed diner franchise founded in 1991 by Kenney Moore in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Originally named Andy’s Cheesesteaks and Cheeseburgers, it rebranded in 2012 to Hwy 55 to support expansion beyond North Carolina. The brand is known for fresh, never-frozen hand-pattied hamburgers, cheesesteaks, house-made frozen custard, shakes, and classic diner fare served in a 1950s-inspired, open-kitchen environment. With over 135 locations primarily in the Southeast and plans for rapid growth, Hwy 55 emphasizes authentic hospitality and quality food through a proven, efficient operational system.

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Why buy a Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries Franchise?

Buying a Hwy 55 franchise offers entry into a growing, proven fast-casual concept with a strong brand identity, efficient operations, and a supportive franchisor. Its focus on fresh, quality food and a unique diner atmosphere creates a compelling opportunity to build a successful business in the competitive burger and shake segment.

Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $25,000

    • Initial Investment

      $153,925 - $249,925

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

  • Training & Support

    • 40 hours on the job training

    • 40 hours classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Franchisees benefit from extensive support including 40 hours of classroom and on-the-job training, ongoing operational assistance, marketing programs with co-op advertising, social media, SEO, and loyalty app support. The franchisor also aids in site selection, lease negotiation, proprietary software, and purchasing co-ops. Absentee ownership is allowed, and exclusive territories are available.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Hwy 55 has earned accolades such as being named a top-40 food franchise by Franchise Business Review in 2013, recognized by BurgerBusiness.com for “Best Burger,” featured in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, and named a “Next 20” restaurant brand by Nation’s Restaurant News.

  3. Industry / Market

    The fast-casual burger market continues to grow, driven by consumer demand for fresh, made-to-order meals and nostalgic dining experiences. Hwy 55’s scalable, cost-efficient floorplans and strong brand culture position it well for sustainable expansion in both established and new markets.

  4. Ideal Owner

    The ideal franchisee is passionate about food and hospitality, values community engagement, and is committed to delivering excellent guest experiences. Prior restaurant experience is helpful but not mandatory due to comprehensive training and support. Franchisees should be prepared to manage a full-time operation with 20-50 employees.

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