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Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers facts for kids
"Freddy's" redirects here. For the video game series, see Five Nights at Freddy's.
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A Freddy's in Cartersville, Georgia
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Trade name
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Freddy's |
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Formerly
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| Industry | Restaurants Franchising |
| Genre | fast-casual |
| Founded | 2002 |
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| Headquarters | 260 N. Rock Road Wichita, Kansas United States |
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Number of locations
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515 (2023) |
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Area served
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United States |
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Key people
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Chris Dull, CEO, President and Co-Founder Scott Redler, COO and Co-Founder Freddy Simon, Co-Founder |
| Products | Steakburgers, hot dogs, french fries, frozen custard, milkshakes, soft drinks |
| Revenue |  US$925 million (September 2024) |
| Owner | Thompson Street Capital Partners |
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Number of employees
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9,751 (2021) |
Freddy's, also known as Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers until 2024, is a popular American restaurant chain. It started in Wichita, Kansas. Freddy's is known for its tasty steakburgers, hot dogs, and delicious frozen custard desserts. It's a "fast-casual" restaurant, meaning you get your food quickly, but it's often a step up from typical fast food.
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The Story of Freddy's
How Freddy's Began
Freddy's is named after Frederick L. "Freddy" Simon. He grew up in Kansas and was a brave soldier in World War II. Freddy served in the U.S. Army and was even awarded a Purple Heart for being wounded in battle. After the war, he worked in the restaurant business for 55 years.
Freddy's sons, Randy and Bill Simon, along with their friend Scott Redler, decided to open a restaurant. They named it after Freddy, their dad and business partner. The very first Freddy's opened its doors in Wichita in 2002.
Growing Popularity
People quickly loved Freddy's food. The restaurant's menu has always offered its special steakburgers, Vienna Beef hot dogs, and fresh frozen custard. The food was inspired by the "All American" meals Freddy Simon used to make for his own family. The restaurants were designed to feel like diners from the late 1940s and early 1950s. This style brought back feelings of hope and family time from after the war.
Freddy's started to grow and open more locations in 2004. Sadly, Bill Simon, one of the co-founders, passed away in 2016. Freddy Simon, the restaurant's namesake, passed away in 2020 at 95 years old.
New Owners and Expansion
In March 2021, a company called Thompson Street Capital Partners bought Freddy's. New leaders joined the team to help the company grow even more. Chris Dull became the CEO in May 2021, and Brian Wise became the COO in August 2022.
Freddy's has continued to expand. In November 2022, the company made a deal to open restaurants in Canada. The first Canadian Freddy's is planned to open in 2025.
Where You Can Find Freddy's
First Location and Growth
The very first Freddy's restaurant opened on August 26, 2002, in Wichita, Kansas. That original location is still serving customers today!
Freddy's has grown a lot since then. As of October 2023, there were more than 493 Freddy's restaurants. You can find them in 37 different states across the United States. In 2023, Freddy's opened 62 new locations, which was a record for the company. One exciting new spot was inside Busch Stadium, the home of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team.
Future Locations
As mentioned, Freddy's is also expanding internationally. The company plans to open restaurants in nine provinces across Canada, with the first one expected to open in 2025.