Published on 5 May 2021 Time 30 min read Last update by 12 Feb 2024

Franchises with Lowest Failure Rate (2024)

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Everyone wants to invest in a successful franchise, right? After reviewing nearly 2,000 franchises, we have compiled the list of 100 franchises with the lowest failure rate. Some of these franchise brands you may recognize, like Dominos, Texas Roadhouse, and Hilton Hotels. Others are smaller regional players, with most of their franchise units located in the same geographic area. 

Failure Rate

We at Vetted Biz calculated the failure rates for almost 2000 franchises within a three year period, either 2016-2018 or 2017-2019, depending on the available data. 

Franchise failures comprise franchise terminations, franchise non renewals and franchises that ceased operations for other reasons. All of these metrics are accessible in Item 20 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). 

For the purpose of this study we have not included franchises reacquired by franchisor nor transferred to a new owner. These are important ‘franchise for sale’ metrics to analyze in parallel with the franchise failure rate and other key franchise metrics. 

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Average Failure Rate of Less than 2% for Top 100 Franchises

All of the following franchises have a failure rate of less than 2%, and many have a 0% failure rate. 

Sometimes failure rates can be misleading, especially if there is a lack of franchise openings or franchises to begin with in the three year period. Therefore, we made sure that none of the franchises on this list had less than five franchises at the beginning of the three year period. 

Finally, the list is organized from lowest failure rates to highest, with franchises that had more units given more weight than franchises with fewer units. For example, Kona Ice and IPG Florida both have a 0.0% failure rate, but since Kona Ice has a significantly higher number of total units, it is ranked higher than IPG Florida. 

Kona Ice

Failure Rate

Description: Kona Ice offers franchises that provide flavored shaved ice, ice cream and related products to the general public in a mobile environment. Kona Ice is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Kona Ice is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

YearFailuresFailure RatesTotal Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 797
2018 0 0.0% 931
2019 0 0.0% 1061
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 1061

Home2 Suites

Description: Home2Suites offer franchises to operate a hotel featuring suites at mid-market prices. Home2 Suites is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Home2 Suites is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 126
2018 0 0.0% 201
2019 0 0.0% 285
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 285

 Nothing Bundt Cakes 

Failure Rate

Description: Nothing Bundt Cakes operates a gourmet bakery that sells specialty bundt cakes, other food items, and retail merchandise. Nothing Bundt Cakes is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Nothing Bundt Cakes is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 151
2017 0 0.0% 187
2018 0 0.0% 234
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 234

Christian Brothers Automotive Corp

Description: Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation offers a franchised business for repairing and servicing automotive vehicles. Christian Brothers Automotive Corp is a franchise concept in the Automotive industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Christian Brothers Automotive is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 157
2018 0 0.0% 172
2019 0 0.0% 193
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 193

Steak n Shake’

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Description: Steak n Shake is an American casual restaurant chain that sells steakburgers and milkshakes. Steak n Shake is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Steak n Shake is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 153
2018 0 0.0% 173
2019 0 0.0% 185
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 185

CycleBar

Description: CycleBar provides indoor cycling classes and instruction and other related exercise classes. CycleBar is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for CycleBar is 0.0% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 54
2018 0 0.0% 117
2019 0 0.0% 152
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 152

Bach To Rock

Failure Rate

Description: Bach to Rock offers a variety of programs for children and adults such as group classes, private lessons, band sessions and special events. Bach To Rock is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Bach to Rock is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 142
2018 0 0.0% 142
2019 0 0.0% 140
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 140

Affordable Suites Of America

Description: Affordable Suites of America operates an extended-stay hotel offering temporary housing on a weekly or monthly rental basis. Affordable Suites Of America is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Affordable Suites of America is 0.0% from 2016-2018

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 123
2017 0 0.0% 129
2018 0 0.0% 128
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 128

Salons by JC

Failure Rate

Description: Salons by JC provides high-end retail space to beauty and wellness practitioners from which to provide their respective services. Salons by JC is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Salons by JC is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 63
2018 0 0.0% 74
2019 0 0.0% 82
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 82

Aqua-tots Swim School

Description: Aqua-Tots Swim School offers both one on one and small group swimming instruction, lessons, and pool parties. Aqua-tots Swim School is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Aqua-tots Swim School is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 62
2018 0 0.0% 72
2019 0 0.0% 82
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 82

NaturaLawn of America

Failure Rate

Description: NaturaLawn of America offers organic lawn care and maintenance services. NaturaLawn is a franchise concept in the Home Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for NaturaLawn is 0.0% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 78
2018 0 0.0% 81
2019 0 0.0% 81
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 81

My Salon Suite

Description: My Salon Suite operates upscale, private salon suites for licensed beauty professionals to open and operate. My Salon Suite is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry.

The 3-year failure rate for My Salon Suite is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 35
2018 0 0.0% 48
2019 0 0.0% 79
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 79

Goldfish Swim School

Failure Rate

Description: Goldfish Swim School provides swim lessons, and other aquatic activities for childrens aged 4 months to 12 years. Goldfish Swim School is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Culver’s is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 36
2018 0 0.0% 56
2019 0 0.0% 78
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 78

Texas Roadhouse

Description: Texas Roadhouse is a restaurant concept that sells steaks, ribs, and other food related items is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Texas Roadhouse is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 73
2018 0 0.0% 70
2019 0 0.0% 71
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 71

Singers Company

Failure Rate

Description: Singers Company operates a non-competitive musical dance performing studio for girls ages 3-12. Singers Company is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Singers Company is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 49
2018 0 0.0% 56
2019 0 0.0% 63
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 63

Fortune Practice Management

Description: Fortune Practice Management offers dental care consultant services, helping doctors and their teams turn their dreams into realities. Fortune Practice Management is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Fortune Practice Management is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 51
2018 0 0.0% 58
2019 0 0.0% 63
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 63

D-Bat

Failure Rate

Description: D-Bat is a network of baseball and softball training facilities. D-Bat is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for D-Bat is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 33
2018 0 0.0% 40
2019 0 0.0% 62
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 62

Pizza Guys

Description: Pizza Guys offers online ordering, delivery, and takeout of a limited menu of foods, beverages, and other merchandise items. Pizza Guys is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Pizza Guys is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 54
2018 0 0.0% 57
2019 0 0.0% 58
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 58

Tide Cleaners

Failure Rate

Description: Tide Cleaners offers premium dry cleaning, laundering, and related fabric and garment care services and products. Tide Cleaners is a franchise concept in the Home Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Tide Cleaners is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 28
2018 0 0.0% 35
2019 0 0.0% 57
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 57

First Watch

Description: First Watch is a breakfast and lunch daytime cafe. First Watch is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for First Watch is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 19
2017 0 0.0% 35
2018 0 0.0% 57
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 57

Gloria Jean’s Coffee

Description: Gloria Jean’s Coffees sells gourmet coffees and teas, coffee‐based beverages, and related supplies, accessories and gifts. Gloria Jean’s Coffee is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Gloria Jean’s Coffee is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 56
2017 0 0.0% 57
2018 0 0.0% 54
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 54

Urban Air Adventure Parks

Failure Rate

Description: Urban Air Adventure Parks offers franchises to operate an adventure park with attractions such as trampolines, foam pits, ninja courses, etc. Urban Air Adventure Parks is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Urban Air Adventure Parks is 0.0% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 17
2018 0 0.0% 29
2019 0 0.0% 54
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 54

Stretch Zone

Description: Stretch Zone offers stretching based exercise activities with an emphasis on flexibility and movement. Stretch Zone is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Stretch Zone is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 15
2018 0 0.0% 31
2019 0 0.0% 48
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 48

All County Property Management 

Description: All County Property Management offers real estate property management services, real estate rental services, listing services, and more. All County Property Management is a franchise concept in the Real Estate industry.

The 3-year failure rate for All County Property Management is 0.0% from 2017-2019

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 44
2018 0 0.0% 48
2019 0 0.0% 48
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 48

Childrens Lighthouse Schools

Failure Rate

Description: Childrens Lighthouse Schools is an early learning center and daycare facility for toddlers. Childrens Lighthouse Schools is a franchise concept in the Education Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Childrens Lighthouse School is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 36
2018 0 0.0% 39
2019 0 0.0% 48
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 48

Altitude Trampoline Park

Description: Altitude Trampoline Park operates a recreational facility featuring trampolines, ropes, and other related products and services. Altitude Trampoline Park is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Altitude Trampoline Park is 0.0% from 2016-2018

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 8
2017 0 0.0% 23
2018 0 0.0% 38
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 38

Carbone’s Pizzeria

Description: Carbone’s Pizzeria sells pizza, pasta, hoagies in the Midwestern region. Carbone’s Pizzeria is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Carbone’s Pizzeria is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 37
2017 0 0.0% 37
2018 0 0.0% 37
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 37

Doodycalls Services

Failure Rate

Description: Doodycalls Services offers exterior pet waste removal, odor control services, and other related services that may specify periodically. Doodycalls Services is a franchise concept in the Home Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Doodycalls Services is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 36
2018 0 0.0% 36
2019 0 0.0% 36
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 36

Drybar

Description: DryBar offers an upscale shop offering hairstyling services in a spa-like setting and at off-site locations. Drybar is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Drybar is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 15
2018 0 0.0% 23
2019 0 0.0% 35
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 35

Hands-On Diagnostic Center

Description: Hands-On Diagnostic Center offers physical therapy services with the latest cutting edge technology to patients. Hands-On Diagnostic Center is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for the Hands-On Diagnostic Center is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 13
2018 0 0.0% 26
2019 0 0.0% 33
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 33

CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS

Failure Rate

Description: CD One Price Cleaners offers drycleaning and laundry services. CD One Price Cleaners is a franchise concept in the Home Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for CD One Price Cleaners is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 28
2017 0 0.0% 29
2018 0 0.0% 32
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 32

Network In Action

Description: Network In Action is an organization of businesses that offer professional networking services. Network in Action is a franchise concept in the Business Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Network in Action is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 12
2018 0 0.0% 22
2019 0 0.0% 32
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 32

Pritikin

Description: Pritikin offers intensive cardiac rehabilitation services for its clientele. Pritikin is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Pritikin is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 12
2018 0 0.0% 17
2019 0 0.0% 28
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 28

100% Chiropractic

Failure Rate

Description: 100% Chiropractic specializes in providing chiropractic services and products through licensed chiropractic professionals. 100% Chiropractic is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for 100% Chiropractic is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 20
2017 0 0.0% 23
2018 0 0.0% 24
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 24

Focalpoint Coaching

Description: FocalPoint is a business coaching and professional development franchise concept. Focalpoint Coaching is a franchise concept in the Education Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for FocalPoint is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 20
2018 0 0.0% 22
2019 0 0.0% 24
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 24

Broken Yolk Cafe

Description: Broken Yolk Cafe offers traditional breakfast and lunch staples and specialty dishes in a comfortable, casual environment. Broken Yolk Cafe is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Broken Yolk Cafe is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 15
2017 0 0.0% 18
2018 0 0.0% 23
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 23

Sailtime

Failure Rate

Description: Sailtime is a yacht management program and exclusive boating club. Sailtime is a franchise concept in the Other Businesses industry. 

The 3-year failure rate for Sailtime is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 21
2017 0 0.0% 22
2018 0 0.0% 23
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 23

IPG Florida

Description: Our unique portfolio package franchise enables an investor to generate income virtually from inception. IPG is one of the largest and longest established property management organizations in Florida, providing each and every franchisee with the expertise acquired over some 20 years. The 3-year failure rate for IPG Florida is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
24 17 0 0.0% 14
2014 0 0.0% 16
2019 0 0.0% 21
Total3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 21

Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar

Description: Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar is a sports bar and restaurant concept that sells burgers, sandwiches, Cajun food, and other related items. The 3-year failure rate for Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 13
2019 0 0.0% 21
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 21

True Rest

Failure Rate

Description: True Rest Franchising offers floatation therapy that allows the mind and body to rest while floating on a special solution of salinated water. True Rest is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry. The 3-year failure rate for True Rest is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 8
2017 0 0.0% 15
2018 0 0.0% 19
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 19

Beggars Pizza

Description: Beggars Pizza offers pizza, Italian style food and other approved food products on a dine-in, carry-out, and delivery basis. Beggars Pizza is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Beggars Pizza is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 15
2017 0 0.0% 15
2018 0 0.0% 18
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 18

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant

Description: Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant offers an assortment of foods for customers to cook on state-of-the art charcoal roaster systems. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 13
2017 0 0.0% 16
2018 0 0.0% 18
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 18

ResourceOne

Failure Rate

Description: ResourceOne operates an employment recruiting service concentrating on the hospitality, retail and entertainment industries. ResourceOne is a franchise concept in the Business Services industry. The 3-year failure rate for ResourceOne is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 5
2017 0 0.0% 12
2018 0 0.0% 18
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 18

Studio Barre

Description: Studio Barre specializes in providing fitness classes using proprietary dance programs, teaching techniques, and music selections. Studio Barre is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry. The 3-year failure rate for Studio Barre is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 10
2018 0 0.0% 14
2019 0 0.0% 17
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 17

Yogis Grill

Description: Yogis Grill restaurant specializes in high-quality Japanese cuisine at reasonable prices. Yogis Grill is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Yogis Grill is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 13
2018 0 0.0% 14
2019 0 0.0% 17
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 17

Lightbridge Academy

Failure Rate

Description: Lightbridge Academy is an early-childhood education daycare and development center for children from infancy through kindergarten. The 3-year failure rate for the Lightbridge Academy is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 9
2017 0 0.0% 13
2018 0 0.0% 16
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 16

Pets Are Inn

Description: Pets Are Inn offers pet lodging and boarding services in an open-air environment. Pets Are Inn is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry. The 3-year failure rate for Pets Are Inn is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 15
2018 0 0.0% 15
2019 0 0.0% 15
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 15

The Original Mel’s

Description: The Original Mel’s operates a restaurant that serves specialty breakfast platters, fries, sandwiches, burgers, and more related items. The Original Mel’s is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for The Original Mel’s is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 11
2017 0 0.0% 13
2018 0 0.0% 14
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 14

Auto Appraisal Network

Failure Rate

Description: Auto Appraisal Network offers a professional evaluation of all types of vehicles for the purpose of financing and insurance. Auto Appraisal Network is a franchise concept in the Automotive industry. The 3-year failure rate for Auto Appraisal Network is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 13
2018 0 0.0% 13
2019 0 0.0% 13
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 13

Petro Stopping Centers

Description: Petro Stopping Center operates a travel center facility located next to or near a highway. Petro Stopping Centers is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry. The 3-year failure rate for Petro Stopping Centers is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 14
2018 0 0.0% 13
2019 0 0.0% 13
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 13

Kennedy’s Barber Club

Description: Kennedy’s Barber Club operates a membership-based upscale men’s barber and grooming club. Kennedy’s Barber Club is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry. The 3-year failure rate for Kennedy’s Barber Club is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 10
2018 0 0.0% 12
2019 0 0.0% 12
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 12

Travelcenters Of America

Failure Rate Description: Travelcenters Of America operates a full-service truck stop and travel center facility. Travelcenters Of America is a franchise concept in the Business Services industry. The 3-year failure rate for Travelcenters of America is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 16
2018 0 0.0% 15
2019 0 0.0% 12
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 12

Biscuits Cafe

Description: Biscuits Cafe is a breakfast and lunch cafe that sells omelets, biscuits and gravy, soups, salads, and other food-related items. Biscuit’s Cafe is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Biscuits Cafe is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 8
2018 0 0.0% 11
2019 0 0.0% 12
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 12

Hair Saloon

Description: Hair Saloon offers men’s haircutting services.  Hair Saloon is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry. The 3-year failure rate for Hair Saloon is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 9
2017 0 0.0% 10
2018 0 0.0% 11
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 11

Drnk Coffee + Tea

Failure Rate

Description: Drnk Coffee and Tea is a boutique coffee shop concept that sells world class espresso and freshly made breakfast items. Drnk Coffee + Tea is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Drnk Coffee & Tea is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 9
2017 0 0.0% 10
2018 0 0.0% 11
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 11

Fat Tuesday

Description: Fat Tuesday provides a menu of distinctive food and beverage items featuring American, Cajun and Creole cuisines. Fat Tuesday is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Fat Tuesday is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 8
2018 0 0.0% 10
2019 0 0.0% 11
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 11

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Description: Fred Astaire Dance Studios offers dance and dance fitness classes and is part of Megadance USA Corp. Fred Astaire Dance Studios is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry. The 3-year failure rate for Fred Astaire is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 7
2018 0 0.0% 7
2019 0 0.0% 11
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 11

Camp Run-A-Mutt

Failure Rate

Description: Camp Run-A-Mutt offers a unique and 100% supervised cage-free dog daycare and boarding experience. Camp Run-A-Mutt is a franchise concept in the Other Businesses industry. The 3-year failure rate for Camp Run-A-Mutt is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 8
2018 0 0.0% 8
2019 0 0.0% 10
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 10

Victory Lane Quick Oil Change

Description: Victory Lane Quick Oil Change offers oil change services for automobiles. Victory Lane is a franchise concept in the Automotive industry. The 3-year failure rate for Victory Lane Quick Oil Change is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 20
2018 0 0.0% 10
2019 0 0.0% 10
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 10

KLA Preschools

Description: KLA Preschools is an upscale preschool franchise that provides early childhood education for children three months of age up to age six. KLA Preschools is a franchise concept in the Education Programs industry. The 3-year failure rate for KLA Preschools is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 8
2017 0 0.0% 8
2018 0 0.0% 10
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 10

All American Pet Resorts

Failure Rate Description: All American Pet Resorts operates a business offering professional pet boarding, daycare, and grooming services. All American Pet Resorts is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry. The 3-year failure rate for All American Pet Resorts is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 8
2018 0 0.0% 9
2019 0 0.0% 9
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 9

Footprints Floors

footprints floors failure rate

Description: Footprints Floors offers hardwood floor installations and floor repair and maintenance services. Footprints Floors is a franchise concept in the Home Services industry. The 3-year failure rate for Footprints Floors is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 12
2018 0 0.0% 8
2019 0 0.0% 9
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 9

Fat Shack

fat shack failure rate

Description: Fat Shack sells burgers, wings, their signature “fat” sandwiches, and other fast food-related items. Fat Shack is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Fat Shack is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 8
2019 0 0.0% 9
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 9

Glass Nickel Pizza Co

GNP failure rate

Description: Glass Nickel Pizza Co serves homemade pizzas, salads, and subs. Glass Nickel Pizza is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Glass Nickel Pizza is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 7
2019 0 0.0% 8
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 8

Board And Brew Restaurant Group

board & brew failure rate

Description: Board And Brew operates a quick service restaurant that provides a full variety of sandwiches, specialty condiments & ingredients, and more. Board And Brew Restaurant Group is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Board and Brew Restaurant Group is 0.0% from 2017-2019.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 7
2019 0 0.0% 8
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 8

Teapioca Lounge

teapioca failure rate

Description: Teapioca Lounge sells milk tea, boba tea, coffee, smoothies, and other related items. Teapioca Lounge is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry. The 3-year failure rate for Teapioca Lounge is 0.0% from 2016-2018.
Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 6
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 8
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 8

Northern Lights Pizza Company

northern lights failure rate

Description: Northern Lights Pizza Company sells pizza, breadsticks, and other related items. Northern Lights Pizza Company is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Northern Lights Pizza Company is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 6
2017 0 0.0% 7
2018 0 0.0% 7
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 7

Counselor

counselor realty failure rate

Description: Counselor is a Minnesota agent owned real estate company. Counselor is a franchise concept in the Real Estate industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Counselor is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 7
2018 0 0.0% 7
2019 0 0.0% 7
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 7

Nexgen Fitness

NGF failure rate

Description: NexGen Fitness offers private personal, fitness services, and small group training. Nexgen Fitness is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for NexGen Fitness is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 6
2019 0 0.0% 7
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 7

K-9 Resorts Daycare And Luxury Hotel

K9 failure rate

Description: K-9 Resorts Daycare And Luxury Hotel offers luxury dog boarding and daycare services. K-9 Resorts is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for K-9 Resorts is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 6
2019 0 0.0% 6
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 6

MYWAY

myway failure rate

Description: MYWAY is a mobile self-service storage company. MYWAY is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for MYWAY is 0.0% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 6
2018 0 0.0% 6
2019 0 0.0% 6
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 6

Centerstone

centerstone failure rate

Description: Centerstone is a behavioral health and addiction treatment center. Centerstone is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for the Centerstone is 0.0% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 7
2018 0 0.0% 8
2019 0 0.0% 6
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 6

The Dog Stop

the dog stop failure rate

Description: The Dog Stop is a dog care facility that offers daycare, boarding, and grooming services for canines. The Dog Stop is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for The Dog Stop is 0.0% from 2016-2018.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 5
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 6
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 6

Link

link failure rate

Description: Link provides business brokerage services using the mark LINK and its various services and benefits. Link is a franchise concept in the Real Estate industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Link is 0.0% from 2016-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 6
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 5
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 5

Zeek’s Pizza

zeeks pizza failure rate

Description: Zeek’s Pizza sells pizzas, wings, breadsticks, beers, and other related food items. Zeek’s Pizza is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Zeeks Pizza is 0.0% from 2016-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 5
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 5
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 0 0.0% 5

Nutty Scientists

nutty failure rate

Description: Since 1996, children around the world have benefited from the Nutty Scientists method for learning through experimentation, participation, and most of all – fun! Nutty Scientists is a franchise concept in the Children Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for the Nutty Scientists is 0.0% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 5
2018 0 0.0% 5
2019 0 0.0% 5
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.0% 5

Culver’s

culvers failure rate

Description: Culver’s offers a franchise to operate a quick-service restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, salads, frozen custard desserts and beverages. Culver’s is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Culver’s is 0.1% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 597
2018 0 0.1% 634
2019 1 0.0% 680 
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.1% 680

Orangetheory

orangetheory failure rate

Description: OTF Franchisor offers franchises for the operation of health and fitness studios that offer members access to cardio and strength exercise equipment . Orangetheory is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Orangetheory is 0.1% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 500
2018 0 0.0% 754
2019 1 0.1% 963
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.1% 963

Homewood Suites

homewood suites failure rate

Description: Homewood Suites by Hilton offers franchises to operate a hotel featuring suites at moderate prices. Homewood Suites is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Homewood Suites is 0.2% from 2017-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 400
2018 0 0.0% 431
2019 1 0.2% 458
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.2% 458

Sola Salon Studios

sola failure rate

Description: Sola Salon Studios is a salon studio concept that offers hair and beauty services. Sola Salon Studios is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Sola Salon Studios is 0.2% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 304
2018 0 0.0% 362
2019 1 0.2% 413
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.2% 413

Snap-on Tools

snap on failure rate

Description: Snap-on Tools Company offers a franchised mobile store selling repair and diagnostic tools and equipment. Snap-on Tools is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Snap-on Tools is 0.2% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 1 0.0% 192
2018 1 0.0% 217
2019 4 0.1% 193
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 6 0.2% 193

Hilton Garden Inn

hilton failure rate

Description: Hilton Garden Inn offers franchises to operate a Hilton Garden Inn hotel. Hilton Garden Inn is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Hilton Garden Inn is 0.3% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 602
2018 0 0.0% 638
2019 2 0.3% 660
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 2 0.3% 660

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

hand & stone failure rate

Description: Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers massage, facial, waxing services, and the sale of related retail products. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is a franchise concept in the Health and Beauty industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Hand & Stone is 0.3% from 2016-201

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2016 1 0.4% 239
2017 0 0.0% 285
2018 0 0.0% 329
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 1 0.3% 329

Pure Barre

P failure rate

Description: Pure Barre is a boutique gym with a fitness studio that focuses primarily on barre classes. Pure Barre is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Pure Barre is 0.4% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 426
2018 0 0.4% 472
2019 0 0.0% 505
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 0 0.4% 505

Club Pilates Franchise

club pilates failure rate

Description: Club Pilates Franchise is a fitness studio that provides Pilates and other exercise classes. Club Pilates Franchise is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Club Pilates is 0.4% from 2017-20

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 74
2018 2 0.5% 203
2019 0 0.0% 379
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 2 0.4% 379

BNI

BNI failure rate

Description: Business Network International is an organization of businesses that support each other through referral networking. BNI is a franchise concept in the Business Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Business Network International is 0.6% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 1 0.6% 178
2018 0 0.0% 180
2019 0 0.0% 166
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.6% 166

School of Rock

school of rock failure rate

Description: School of Rock businesses are performance-based music schools with a rock music program. School of Rock is a franchise concept in the Education Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for School of Rock is 0.6% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (at start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 150
2018 1 0.7% 156
2019 0 0.0% 151
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 0.6% 151

Planet Fitness 

planet fitness failure rate

Description: Planet Fitness is a fitness training facility offering exercise machines, weights, training services, and other related services. Planet Fitness is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Planet Fitness is 0.7% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 6 0.4% 1,233
2018 5 0.3% 1,421
2019 2 0.1% 1,617
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 13 0.7% 1,617

Primrose School 

primrose failure rate

Description: Primrose School Franchising SPE offers franchises for the establishment, development, and operation of facilities operating as Primrose Schools. Primrose School is a franchise concept in the Education Programs industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Primrose School is 0.7% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 2 0.5% 336
2018 0 0.0% 367
2019 1 0.2% 391
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 3 0.7% 391

Dominos 

dominos failure rate

Description: Domino’s Pizza sells pizza, cheese breads, desserts, and other authorized foods and beverages for delivery and carry-out. Dominos is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Dominos Pizza is 0.7% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 11 0.2% 5029
2018 10 0.2% 5254
2019 19 0.3% 5514
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 40 0.7% 5514

Jan-Pro 

jan pro failure rate

Description: Jan-Pro provides a regional master franchise to sell and support unit franchises operating janitorial and building maintenance service businesses. Jan-Pro is a franchise concept in the Cleaning and Maintenance industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Jan-Pro is 1.0% from 2017-2019. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 87
2018 1 1.1% 89
2019 0 0.0% 88
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 1.0% 88

Woodspring Suites 

woodspring failure rate

Description: Woodspring Suites offers the value of a furnished room with kitchen facilities, services and amenities associated with extended-stay hotels. Woodspring Suites is a franchise concept in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Woodspring Suites is 1.1% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 91
2018 2 0.8% 237
2019 1 0.4% 249
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 3 1.1% 249

Red Robin

red robin failure rate

Description: Red Robin is a gourmet burger casual dining restaurant. Red Robin is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Red Robin is 1.1% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 99
2017 1 1.2% 86
2018 0 0.0% 86
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 1 1.1% 86

Pirtek 

pirtek failure rate

Description: PIRTEK consist of the sale, custom assembly and installation of industrial and other distinctive products and services. Pirtek is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Pirtek is 1.1% from 2017-2019. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 1 1.4% 57
2018 0 0.0% 69
2019 0 0.0% 74
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 1 1.1% 74

European Wax Center 

european wax center failure rate

Description: European Wax Center establishes and operates a wax center that offers high-end facial and body waxing and related skin care services. European Wax Center is a franchise concept in the Retail Products and Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for The European Wax Center is 1.3% from 2017-2019. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 3 0.5% 571
2018 4 0.6% 628
2019 3 0.4% 697
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 10 1.3% 697

Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe

tazikis failure rate

Description: Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe is a fast casual chain of restaurants that serves Mediterranean dishes such as gyros, sandwiches, soups, and salads. Taziki’s is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe is 1.4% from 2016-2018. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 38
2017 0 0.0% 50
2018 1 1.4% 63
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 1 1.4% 63

Salata Salad Kitchen

salata failure rate

Description: Salata Salad Kitchen is an American quick service casual chain of restaurants that specializes in salad and wraps. Salata Salad Kitchen is a franchise concept in the Food and Beverage industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Salata Salad Kitchen is 1.5% from 2016-2018. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2016 0 0.0% 38
2017 0 0.0% 41
2018 1 1.5% 57
Total 3-year (2016-2018) 1 1.5% 57

The Joint Chiropractic 

the joint failure rate

Description: The Joint Chiropractic specializes in providing chiropractic services to the general public. The Joint Chiropractic is a franchise concept in the Healthcare Services industry.

The 3-year failure rate for The Joint Chiropractic is 1.5% from 2017-2019. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 312
2018 3 0.8% 352
2019 4 0.9% 394
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 7 1.5% 394

Keller Williams Realty

kw keller williams failure rate

Description: Keller Williams Realty offers real estate brokerage services and other related services. Keller Williams Realty is a franchise concept in the Real Estate industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Keller Williams Realty is 1.6% from 2017-2019. 

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 2 0.3% 713
2018 2 0.3% 767
2019 9 1.1% 790
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 13 1.6% 790

Burn Boot Camp 

burn boot camp failure rate

Description: Burn Boot Camp is a women’s fitness gym that focuses on high intensity strength and cardio training. Burn Boot Camp is a franchise concept in the Fitness Centers industry.

The 3-year failure rate for Burn Boot Camp is 1.7% from 2017-2019.

Year Failures Failure Rates Total Units (start of year)
2017 0 0.0% 75
2018 2 1.1% 98
2019 2 0.8% 179
Total 3-year (2017-2019) 4 1.7% 179

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