A booth for every town
What began as a favorite gathering place in small towns has grown into a fast-food franchise restaurant that fits into any community, big or small.
While small towns are the heart of our business, A&W's flexible footprints are helping us thrive in larger cities, too. Whether your preferred market is small, large or in between, A&W is the perfect fit.
Join us at the table
Bring this beloved fast-food restaurant to your town. Markets are available throughout the U.S.
Building your A&W
Our team will help you choose the restaurant prototype that’s right for your market. Options include:
- Freestanding with drive-thru
- Endcap with drive-thru
- Nontraditional locations (airports, college campuses, shopping malls, travel plazas, stadiums, etc.)
- C&G endcap with drive-thru
Site Criteria
We’ll work with you to choose the right location for your new A&W. Sites must meet the following requirements:
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Location Requirements
- Daytime population of 5,000 – 12,000 per square mile (One- and two-mile radius)
- Residential population of 12,000 – 25,000 per square mile (One- and two-mile radius)
- Median household income: $40K – $75K
- Located in or near A-rated retail centers
- One parking space for every two seats
- Visible from all angles
- Two entry and exit points preferred
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Freestanding
- One acre of land
- 2,176 square feet
- Drive-thru and dining room with 56-60 seats
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Endcap and C&G Endcap
- 1,800 to 2,100 square feet
- Drive-thru and dining room with 24-36 seats
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Nontraditional
- 800 to 1,000 square feet
- Dining room if no common seating available
Construction Support
As a franchise partner, you will select your own general contractor. Then, our A&W franchise development team will help oversee the construction process and keep your project moving forward. We’ll ensure that your new restaurant adheres to brand standards and will conduct multiple on-site progress visits.
