1977
370
$100,000
$25,000
$426,150
No
Great American Cookies is a beloved bakery franchise known for its signature fresh-baked cookies, brownies, and cookie cakes. With a fun, family-friendly environment and a strong brand presence in malls and high-traffic retail areas, this franchise offers an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to enter the quick-service dessert space.
Founded in 1977 in Atlanta, Georgia, Great American Cookies quickly became famous for its Original Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. The brand has since expanded across the United States and internationally, establishing itself as a leader in the fresh-baked cookie segment. Great American Cookies is part of FAT Brands, a global franchising company that owns multiple fast-casual and quick-service restaurant brands.
Great American Cookies provides comprehensive support and training to franchisees, including:
Initial Training: 3–4 weeks of hands-on and classroom training covering operations, marketing, and customer service.
Site Selection and Build-Out: Assistance in choosing the right location and store design guidance.
Marketing Support: National and regional marketing campaigns, promotional materials, and local store marketing plans.
Ongoing Operational Support: Regular field support, franchisee performance reviews, and access to operational best practices.
The ideal franchisee for Great American Cookies is:
Passionate about the food and dessert industry
Customer-service oriented
Possesses strong management and leadership skills
Willing to follow a proven business model
Has prior retail or food service experience (preferred but not required)
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Total Investment Range: $275,000 – $426,150
Minimum Liquid Capital Required: $100,000
Minimum Net Worth Required: $250,000
Royalty Fee: 6% of gross sales
Marketing/Ad Fund Fee: 1–2% of gross sales
Franchise Units (Approximate): Over 370 locations across the USA
Established: 1977
