Burger 21
$BR21F500 #501CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryHamburgers
Locations22
Franchisee Count31
Franchise Fee$40,000
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ParentBurger 21 International, Inc.
Founded2011
Completeness28/34 (82%)
Years in Business15
Began Franchising2011
HQTampa, FL
Executives9
LinksWeb
Main Phone(813)327-7870
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FDD IssuedOctober 1, 2017
Last UpdatedAug 28, 2026
FDDs2017 · 2016 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees are required to use the Revel POS system, which includes cloud-based servers and software, with costs ranging from $7,000 to $16,000 and a monthly maintenance fee of $250 to $500. They must also subscribe to the Syrus internet-based back-office restaurant management system.
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