845 W Market St, Akron, OH |
(330) 374-4915
3997 Medina Rd, Bath Township, OH |
(234) 466-0155
100 North Ave., Tallmadge, OH |
(330) 633-7400
Est. 1975
Breakfast & Lunch Franchise Opportunity!
At Wally Waffle, we believe breakfast should be fun, creative, and made the right way—fresh to order, with a smile. No shortcuts. No pre-cooked bacon. No powdered eggs. Just the highest quality food prepared by people who care. We’ve built our reputation by being the exact opposite of the big breakfast chains. While other breakfast and lunch franchises lean on microwaves and mass-produced ingredients, we’re cracking real eggs, squeezing oranges for our fresh orange juice, sizzling fresh bacon, and flipping scratch-made waffles and pancakes in real time. It’s what sets us apart—and it’s why our customers keep coming back for more!
What Makes Wally Waffle So Successful?
We do things differently—and it works. Quite simply, we’re not interested in being the biggest breakfast and lunch franchise chain in the country. We’re interested in being the best.
Our Secret Ingredient? Our People.
At Wally Waffle, our secret ingredient is team members who are excited to cook and serve quality food. We hire team members who naturally smile, train them to cook the “Wally Waffle” way, serve guests like they’re family, and create a work environment that feels more like home.
As a Wally Waffle Franchise Owner, you’ll carry that same philosophy into your own community. You will be part of a breakfast movement that says “no thanks” to shortcuts and “yes please” to quality, creativity, and customer connection and satisfaction. If you’re passionate about food, people, and doing things the right way, a Wally Waffle breakfast and lunch franchise might be the perfect fit for you!
Ready to flip the script on breakfast?
We invite you to complete our Franchise Inquiry Form
or call us at (866) 925-5992.
Following our receipt of your form, we will email you additional information regarding Wally Waffle and include a link to our Franchise Brochure. The brochure provides important information concerning the Wally Waffle breakfast and lunch franchise, including a detailed outline of the initial franchise investment.
WHY FRANCHISE WITH WALLY WAFFLE?
A Wally Waffle Franchise is a Quality-of-Life Business
Being a Wally Waffle Franchise Owner means that you and your employees do not have to work from early morning to late at night. Our standard operating hours are 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. This enables you and your employees to enjoy activities with family and friends outside the workplace during normal times of the day.
Wally Waffle is a Proven Business Model
Backed by decades of operational experience, the Wally Waffle operating system is a proven business model, which greatly reduces the risks associated with starting a business from the ground up.
An Outstanding Reputation
The quality and freshness of our food and the excellent service we provide to customers have contributed to our outstanding reputation.
Robust Local Marketing Support
The key to any successful business is brand awareness and marketing. We support our Franchise Owners with a robust brand strategy and local advertising and marketing programs that attract customers.
Comprehensive Training & Support
Our Initial franchise training program includes 114 to 134 hours of training. In addition, we provide a minimum of 5 days of additional onsite training and support at your franchise location commencing shortly before the opening of your Franchise Business.
Site Selection Assistance
We have established a relationship with a national Master Commercial Real Estate Company that assists our Franchise Owners in identifying and vetting potential locations for their Wally Waffle franchise, which takes the guesswork out of the site selection process!
Ongoing Training & Support
We provide Franchise Owners ongoing support in all aspects of the Franchise Business. We also offer ongoing employee training programs at our Akron, Ohio locations or at your Franchise Business.
What is the total investment required to open a Wally Waffle Breakfast & Lunch Franchise?
The total investment required to open and begin operating a Wally Waffle franchise ranges from $365,000 to $814,500.
What is the Initial Franchise Fee?
Our Initial Franchise Fee is $35,000. However, for the first 5 Franchises we grant, the Franchise Fee is discounted to $20,000 regardless of whether you are a New Franchisee, Veteran Franchisee or Area Developer. In addition, honorably discharged veterans pay a discounted Franchise Fee of $29,750. These discounts can only be used for your first franchise and may not be combined.
What is your Royalty Fee?
Our Royalty Fee is 6% of monthly gross sales.
Does Wally Waffle offer financing?
We do not offer direct financing. However, we can provide referrals to franchise funding companies that specialize in franchising and offer retirement fund (IRA/401K) rollover programs, SBA loans, and other types of financing.
If I do not meet the minimum financial qualifications, am I permitted to partner with another individual who does?
Yes, provided your partner owns at least 50% of your Franchise Business.
Do you permit absentee owners?
Franchisees are permitted to hire a general manager to manage the daily operation. However, Franchise Owners are ultimately responsible for overseeing their Franchise Business.
How long does it take to open a Wally Waffle franchise?
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of the Franchise Business can vary from 6 to 13 months. The factors that affect this period usually includes the time needed to select a location for your Franchise Business, negotiate a lease, arrange for financing, construct your location, hire employees, and complete initial training.
What types of locations are appropriate for a Wally Waffle franchise?
Wally Waffle restaurants are typically operated from strip centers, open air shopping malls, enclosed shopping malls, free-standing buildings and out-parcel buildings. The size of the space should be approximately 3,000-3,800 square feet.
What are your hours of operation?
Our corporate-affiliated locations are open from 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. However, we permit Franchisees to open as early as 6:00 a.m. and close as late as 9:00 p.m.
Do you offer Area Development (multi-unit) Franchises?
Yes. Area Developers pay a Development Fee equal to $10,000 multiplied by the number of Franchise Businesses they agree to develop under the Area Development Agreement. Area Developers sign a Franchise Agreement for each Franchise Business developed and receive a credit of $10,000 against the Initial Franchise Fee then due. Area Developers receive a 35% discount on the Franchise Fee for their second and each additional franchise they open.
Do you recommend that I visit Wally Waffle at some point in the process?
Yes. We believe a Franchise Discovery Day is a very important step in our franchise process. A Discovery Day provides the opportunity for you to experience Wally Waffle first-hand and learn about a “day-in-the-life” of a Wally Waffle Franchise Owner. Discovery Days typically run approximately 7 hours.
What is the earnings potential of Wally Waffle franchise?
The Federal Trade Commission’s Franchise Rule permits franchise companies to make “financial performance representations” (FPRs) in Item 19 of the FDD. We believe it is extremely important to do so as it helps prospective franchisees understand the financial aspects of a Wally Waffle Franchise Business. In Item 19 of our FDD, we provide an FPR regarding the financial performance of our corporate-affiliated locations. This information will assist you in preparing financial projections for your Wally Waffle Franchise Business.
I’m interested in learning more. What is the next step?
- Industry data;
- Staffing requirements;
- Location specifications;
- Our franchise training and support programs;
- Our FDD Item 19 Financial Performance Representation, which includes financial information for our corporate-affiliated locations;
- Other important aspects of the Wally Waffle Franchise Business.
CONFIDENTIAL FRANCHISE INQUIRY FORM