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Buy a Killer Burger Franchise

Killer Burger is a Portland, Oregon-based fast-casual burger concept founded in September 2010. The brand is built around a “no shortcuts” philosophy, crafting burgers with 100% natural beef and bold, layered ingredient combinations. Signature items include the Peanut Butter Pickle Bacon burger alongside other distinctive builds, served in dine-in locations that feature local craft beers on tap and a relaxed, neighborhood atmosphere.

The brand’s footprint is concentrated in the Pacific Northwest, with active expansion into Texas and other western markets. The supply chain is anchored by national distributor Sysco, supporting product consistency across all units. The brand has invested in kitchen display systems, back-of-house analytics and a proprietary loyalty programme to support daily operations and throughput.

The franchise model is designed for experienced restaurant operators, with a focus on operational consistency and replicable systems. Killer Burger targets multi-unit territory development in Texas and growth markets west of the Mississippi, positioning itself in the premium fast-casual segment where quality execution and brand identity drive repeat customer loyalty.

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Why buy a Killer Burger Franchise?

Killer Burger has spent more than 15 years building brand loyalty in the Pacific Northwest, with a following driven by consistent product quality and a distinctive identity. The brand’s operational standards target orders completed in under 10 minutes while maintaining the handcrafted quality that drives repeat visits. Deciding to buy a Killer Burger franchise means acquiring an established operating system, national supply chain support through Sysco, and technology infrastructure including kitchen display systems and a proprietary loyalty programme.

The brand’s active push into Texas and other western markets represents a growth phase that existing franchisees can benefit from as national recognition expands alongside local awareness. Multi-unit territory structures give operators a clear path to scale within the system, and the operational framework is designed to transfer consistently across different ownership groups.

Killer Burger Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2010

    • Franchising Since

      2017

    • New Startup Cost

      $461,500 – $899,000

    • Avg. Resale Price

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  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $40,000

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      25%

      of Initial Franchise Fee or $10,000, lesser of

    • Royalty Fee

      5%

      of Gross Sales

    • Marketing Fee

      1–2%

      of Gross Sales

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      24

    • New Units Opened *

      4

    • Units Transferred *

      0

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      $1,576,090

    * Based on 2024 data reported in the 2025 FDD

Killer Burger – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    Franchisee training includes 19 hours of classroom instruction and 17 hours of on-the-job training through a certification-based programme. Killer Burger Trainers work alongside the franchisee and staff during a four-week initial period covering burger preparation, service standards and operations. Long-term support is provided by Performance Coaches, with ongoing technology support via kitchen display systems, the Killer Rewards loyalty platform and back-of-house analytics tools. Resale buyers should confirm what transfer training and staff certification status carries over to incoming ownership.

  2. Ideal Owner

    The ideal Killer Burger franchisee is an experienced restaurant operator with at least five years leading a team of five or more staff. The model requires comfort with front-of-house standards, food preparation oversight and the pace of a fast-casual dine-in environment. Multi-unit operators with existing restaurant holdings are actively sought. A hospitality-focused mindset and commitment to consistent brand execution are central; franchisees who succeed tend to be those who can build and retain a capable kitchen and service team.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    Killer Burger has earned regional recognition for its burgers across core markets, including being voted Portland's best burger for five consecutive years. The brand's Vancouver location has earned Best Burger in Clark County for seven years running. While Killer Burger has not featured in major national franchise rankings, its credibility rests on consistent consumer preference across 15-plus years of community presence in the Pacific Northwest. For resale buyers, local brand awareness and review strength in a specific territory are among the most relevant indicators of unit-level reputation.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US fast casual restaurant segment has grown as consumers trade up from quick-service options in search of higher quality at accessible price points. Food away from home now accounts for more than half of US food and beverage spending, with fast casual capturing a growing share. The better-burger sub-segment benefits from ongoing premiumization in consumer dining habits, with demand proving relatively resilient across economic cycles. For resale buyers, local competitive density and trade area demographics are the most important factors in assessing unit-level opportunity.

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