The Counter
$COUNF500 #501CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryHamburgers
Locations8
Franchisee Count6
Franchise Fee$35,000
Item 7 Low$713,133
Item 7 Midpoint$1,350,942
Item 7 High$1,988,750
Royalty Fees6% of total weekly Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open1
ParentMTY Franchising USA, Inc.
Founded2003
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business23
Began Franchising2017
HQScottsdale, AZ
Executives17
LinksWeb
Main Phone(480) 362-4800
Email—
FDD IssuedMarch 27, 2026
Last UpdatedJul 26, 2026
FDD2026 🔒
Franchisor
The Counter is a full service restaurant featuring build-your-own burgers, signature burgers, side dishes, sandwiches, and salads.
Franchisees must use the franchisor's POS system and technology, and are provided with operational manuals and support.
The Counter is a full service restaurant featuring build-your-own burgers, signature burgers, side dishes, sandwiches, and salads.
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