Own the Place People Crave
Bring Wayback Burgers to your community with an established brand, an experienced franchise team, and an estimated initial investment starting at $550K.*
Wayback by the Numbers
*Estimated initial investment for a typical Wayback Burgers restaurant. Refer to the current Franchise Disclosure Document for complete investment information.
There's business behind these burgers
Wayback offers single-unit and multi-unit franchise opportunities in available markets across the U.S. and internationally. Candidates interested in larger development plans can explore where the brand has room to grow.
Wayback is looking for engaged owners with the leadership, commitment, and business experience to build a strong team, represent the brand, and grow in their market.
What comes with Wayback
Four National Awards
Since 2025
Recognized by Franchise Business Review for franchisee satisfaction, as a top food franchise, and as a top franchise for women.
Leadership That Understands Franchising
John Eucalitto, CEO, and Patrick Conlin, President, each bring more than 36 years of multi-brand franchise leadership, including experience with Blimpie and Edible Arrangements. More than 30% of Wayback’s corporate team has been with the brand for at least 10 years, giving franchisees continuity from people who know the system firsthand.
Support From
Site Selection to Opening
Recognized by Franchise Business Review for franchisee satisfaction, as a top food franchise, and as a top franchise for women.
Menu Made to Order
Quality ingredients, made-to-order burgers, and hand-dipped shakes give guests plenty to come back for.
of new franchisees see long term growth*
Hear directly from franchise owners about why they chose Wayback and what it took to make the move.
*According to the 2024 Franchise Business Review Franchisee Satisfaction Survey.
Your way to Wayback
Getting to know each other is part of the process. We’ll talk through your goals, qualifications, the investment, and what ownership with Wayback involves.
Start the Conversation
Connect with our franchise team and complete the financial qualification form.
Review the
Opportunity
Receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document, speak with current franchisees, and complete the qualification process.
Get to Know
Wayback
Attend Discovery Day, meet the team, tour a restaurant, and learn how the brand supports franchise owners.
Make It
Official
Following mutual approval and the required review periods, sign your franchise agreement and join the Wayback team.
Wayback Burgers started with a single restaurant in Newark, Delaware, in 1991. The idea was simple: serve made-to-order food in a place where people feel welcome.
That spirit still shapes the Wayback experience today, from the food on the tray to the way guests are treated.
$1.4M+ raised for Boys & Girls Clubs of America since 2018
Wayback restaurants are locally owned and connected to the communities they serve. Together, the system supports Boys & Girls Clubs of America, helping create more opportunities for young people nationwide.
Ready to talk burgers and business?
Tell us a little about yourself and where you’re interested in growing.
