Five Guys Restaurant Chain Lands $30M Financing from GE Capital

GE Capital, Franchise Finance has closed a $30MM loan to Five Guys Holdings, Inc., franchisor of Five Guys Burgers and Fries, doubling the size of the credit facility.

Five Guys is a rapidly growing fast casual restaurant chain that started in 1986, in Arlington, Va. With approximately 500 units in 36 states throughout the U.S., the chain sells mainly hamburgers, hot dogs and french fries.

The new facility is made up of a $5.25MM revolving line of credit and a $24.75MM term loan. Funding was provided through GE Capital, Franchise Finance's bank affiliate, GE Capital Financial, Inc.

"We chose to continue to work with GE Capital because they are in the best position to meet our future growth needs," says Peter Hanson, CFO of Five Guys. "Their longstanding experience in our industry helps us see the opportunity for a strong relationship in the future."

"It's a great opportunity to work with a restaurant franchise such as Five Guys," says Scott Tocci, vice president of GE Capital, Franchise Finance. "With their unique and creative business model, we're thrilled to be aligned with their growth."

This is a continued relationship between GE Capital and Five Guys.

"We're excited Five Guys chose GE Capital as their preferred lender," says Darren Kowalske, president of GE Capital, Franchise Finance. "It is our business to help companies grow and succeed. We look forward to continue working with them."