DQ Grill & Chill
Franchise Overview
DQ Grill & Chill is Dairy Queen's flagship full-menu quick-service restaurant, combining a complete grill menu of burgers, chicken, hot dogs, and sides with the brand's iconic soft-serve treats, Blizzard desserts, and beverages, offering families and everyday diners meals and desserts in one convenient stop.
Just the Facts
For most complete information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
DQ Grill & Chill Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These DQ Grill & Chill FDDs, as filed, contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2026
March 2026
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2025
March 2025
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2024
March 2024
Show 9 more filings, 2015–2023
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2023
March 2023
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2022
March 2022
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2021
March 2021
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2020
March 2020
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2019
March 2019
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2018
March 2018
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2017
March 2017
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2016
March 2016
DQ Grill & Chill FDD 2015
March 2015
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