Randy’s Donuts
Los Angeles doughnut brand founded 1952, with more than 35 shops across the US, South Korea, the Philippines and Saudi Arabia and 60 international stores in development. UK expansion was announced in January 2024. Drive-thru units run 1,500 square feet under the giant rooftop doughnut, opening around the clock.
About Randy’s Donuts
Founded in Los Angeles in 1952, US doughnut brand Randy’s has more than 35 shops operating in South Korea, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia and the US. In January 2024, it announced plans to expand to the UK, and is also seeking franchise partners in other countries, including Australia, Canada, Hungary, Indonesia, Mexico and Spain. “We are thrilled to announce that Randy’s Donuts is coming to the UK,” said chief executive Mark Kelegian. “We are confident that our unique brand and delicious doughnuts will be a hit with UK customers as it has been in Asia, the Middle East and the US. We are looking for a franchise partner with food and beverage experience who shares our passion for doughnuts and our commitment to providing our customers with the best possible experience. We are confident that with the right partner, we can make Randy’s Donuts a success in the UK.” Randy’s has had partnership with brands such as Nike, Pepsi, Dr Pepper, Fox Studios and Marvel Studios and also had a merchandise range. It makes custom and limited event doughnuts for holidays and special events, with it special edition branded doughnuts including LA Dodgers, WWE, Maroon 5, Ghostbusters and Red Hot Chili Peppers. It offers online ordering and has a special app to do so, as well as a loyalty programme. It also offers milkshakes, smoothies, bubble teas, coffees and other drinks.
Why franchise with Randy’s Donuts
- Randy’s has 60 international franchise stores currently in development. It allows international franchisees to add local flavours, toppings and icings to increase local appeal. Store types include drive-thru (1,500 square feet, novelty architecture with 32” doughnut, open 24 hours, drive-thru and walk-up); inline (1,000 to 1,200 square feet, for locations where drive-thru is not possible); kiosk (300 to 500 square feet, for area where you cannot bake); and special venues such as airports, train stations and sports stadiums. For an international franchisee, the company is seeking a desire to open multiple units; a proven track record of multi-unit development; and the capital necessary to achieve market penetration of multiple outlet commitments. It offers “reasonable” initial franchise fees, 5% royalties and “low” store fees.
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