Dunkin'

EST. 1950 · Canton, Massachusetts

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US UNITS9,5152025 record · QSR Pro estimates

GLOBAL UNITS12,6002025 record · QSR Pro estimates

FRANCHISED %90%2025 record · QSR Pro estimates

FRANCHISE REQUIREMENTSView source notes ↓Figures, scope and source dates

01Our Coverage

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Dunkin's Spidey D Coffee Giveaway Has a Five-Day Afterlife

Dunkin's October 21 coffee-code offer is over, but certificates remain valid for five days after entry. Halloween collectibles and a Salem makeover precede a November 4 Marvel menu.

Oct 23, 2026

Why Dunkin Zero’s sugar claims drew a lawsuitOct 10, 2026 Faster pickup handoffs led drive-thru gains in 2026 studyOct 7, 2026 Dunkin brings cold foam to Zero for HalloweenSep 30, 2026 Dunkin’s coffee gets an L.L.Bean sweater. Humans are next.Sep 23, 2026 Quality Brand Group Builds an Operating Structure for ExpansionSep 15, 2026 Dunkin’s Tennis Campaign Connects Drinks, Merchandise and RewardsSep 15, 2026 Dunkin and BARK Add Donation Tiers and a Dog Drive-ThruSep 15, 2026 Dunkin’s Fall Campaign Moves From Breakfast to Afternoon LattesSep 15, 2026 NDCP extends Dunkin agreement with Pacific Northwest pricing benefitSep 15, 2026 Dunkin and Febreze launch Walmart-exclusive coffee and bakery scentsSep 15, 2026 Pesce reopens Lexington Dunkin with Jimmy John’s under one roofSep 15, 2026

02About the Brand

Coffee and donut chain with breakfast and beverage focus

FIG 1 — US UNIT COUNT, 2019–2025

8,535

2019

8,788

2020

9,082

2021

9,081

2022

9,338

2023

9,374

2024

9,515

2025

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Franchise Requirements

Availability and model

The brand offers multiple restaurant formats. Site, format and market availability require confirmation during the application process.

United States; confirm the format and territory with the franchisor

Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.

Operating commitment

The published process includes application, discussion with the franchise team, FDD review and an interview before signing.

United States; confirm the format and territory with the franchisor

Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.

Initial investment / development estimate: $443,000–$1,832,500
US web-summary investment range; confirm the applicable restaurant format
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Initial franchise fee: $40,000
US initial franchise fee as listed in the web summary
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Separate development fee: Not verified in reviewed sources
United States
No applicable amount verified in the linked sources. Request the current disclosure for this format and territory.
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Liquid capital / personal funds: $250,000
US candidate liquid-assets requirement
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Net worth: $500,000
US candidate net-worth requirement
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Royalty / service fee: 5.9%
Percentage of gross sales
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.
Advertising / marketing contribution: 5%
Percentage of gross sales
Dunkin' — Inspire Brands franchisingSource checked 2026-10-01 (America/Los_Angeles).Document basis: Official web summary referring to the FDD issued March 26, 2026.

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