THE STEPS TO START A
CHICKEN WING SPORT BAR FRANCISE

If you’re wondering how to start a chicken wing sport bar franchise with us, we’re proud to say the steps to franchise ownership with Buffalo Wild Wings are straightforward and transparent — and are just the beginning of a fun and supportive relationship! Keep reading to find out about some of the more important steps you’ll take toward franchise ownership.

Reach Out

When it comes to how to open a wings sports bar franchise with Buffalo Wild Wings, most people’s franchise journey starts right here, on our website. It’s where you can find lots of important information about our brand and its place in the industry. It’s also where you can reach out to us by filling out a short form to tell us a bit about yourself and to let us know you’re interested. Once we receive your info, we’ll give you a call and start the conversation. We’ll get to know each other better and make sure our goals and values align. If we both feel like there’s a good fit, we’ll move on to the next steps.

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LET’S GET THE CONVERSATION GOING!

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Take a Look at Our FDD

Now you’ll have a chance to review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), a very important document that all brands are required to have, and that goes over our company background, management team, and a detailed breakdown of our investment, among other essential information. Many potential franchisees read an FDD with their attorney, and we’re always available to answer any questions you may have about ours. We’ll also ask you to fill out a Franchise Application, so we can conduct a financial inquiry, background check, and credit clearance.

2 Meet with Our Leadership

One of the next steps is to meet key members of our executive team and learn more about the culture and values behind the Buffalo Wild Wings brand. You’ll get a better sense of our operations and have the chance to discuss your experience and current management structure, ask any questions, and prepare to become part of our fan-favorite brand family.

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Review Sites for Franchise Development

Here’s where we discuss where your new restaurant will be. The Buffalo Wild Wings management team uses a proven demographic formula that will allow you to establish and grow your new wings franchise and develop your territory. We’ll be sure to review all sites for development and match you with one that will help you become a valued business leader in your community.

4 Sign Your Franchise Agreement

Welcome to the Buffalo Wild Wings family! You’ve signed your Franchise Agreement, paid your one-time franchise fee, and are getting ready to start your pre-opening franchisee training, which we’ll schedule now. We’re excited to bring you up to speed on everything you’ll need to know to open and operate your new chicken wing franchise successfully!

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READY TO FIND OUT MORE?

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About Us Incentives Steps to Franchise Ownership Training and Support Available Territories Franchise Cost

This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of or want to locate a franchise in one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your state.