THE ABSOLUTE WÜRST
Dog Haus is a bold breakout brand that's rapidly expanding across the U.S. We're willing to push the limits in order to create exciting new menu items that reflect and emphasize the creativity, spunk and badassery of our brand. Our uncompromisingly fresh ingredients, proprietary recipes, and made-to-order items are the industry's gold standard, garnering local and national press while building a cult-like following.
Dog Haus was recently honored with Nation's Restaurant News' "Menu Trendsetter" award, as part of its prestigious MenuMasters, was named #3 in FastCasual's Movers & Shakers, a Future 50 by Restaurant Business, and continues to earn critical acclaim for its signature all beef dogs and hand-crafted sausages with no added nitrates, 100% Black Angus beef burgers, and a fried chicken sandwich – all of which are made with hormone- and antibiotic-free meat and served on grilled King's Hawaiian rolls.
Dog Haus isn't fast food or fast casual; it's craft casual, a category we created that's catching on across the industry. At Dog Haus, our food and culture flow directly from our mission of providing fresh, quality food and excellent service in a clean, energetic and fun environment. Simply put, there's no place quite like Dog Haus. It's the haus that everyone wants to be in. Make our haus your home, and become a franchisee today.

HAUS STORY
Founded by longtime friends Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz and André Vener, the first Dog Haus opened in Pasadena, California in 2010. Dog Haus began franchising in 2013, and now has 30+ locations, with 10+ opening soon and 130+ sold nationwide. Thanks to our resilient infrastructure, one-of-a-kind menu offerings, the integration of cutting-edge operational technologies, and strong connection with consumers and communities, Dog Haus is at the forefront of the craft casual industry.
In addition to continuing to establish itself as a "haus"-hold name and leader in the craft casual world, Dog Haus has helped raise enough funds to provide over one million meals to kids in need through its national charity partner No Kid Hungry.
TERRITORIES AVAILABLE

REQUIREMENTS
Opening a Dog Haus franchise requires investing your time, expertise, passion and finances, as well as a commitment to your community.
Dog Haus Franchisees finance their operations through a variety of means.
Operators should have cash, assets or access to capital sufficient to fund the construction and initial operations of a Dog Haus restaurant.
Typically, an SBA loan requires between 10%-30% of the total project amount in cash infusion.
EXPERIENCE
Previous franchise or restaurant experience is strongly preferred.
Business experience and/or meaningful leadership experience may qualify.
If not you, your operator must have knowledge of, and/or experience with restaurant operations.
PRESS
Food & Wine Online
America's Best Hot Dogs
Business Rockstars
Business Rockstars
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus Unleashes New SoCal Locations
Thrillist
LA's 11 Best Under-the-Radar Burgers
Nation's Restaurant News Online
Breakout Brands 2014: The Next Restaurants to Watch
Fast Company Online
Move over Oscar Mayer, This is the Hot Dog of the Future
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus Debuts 4th Location, 1st Franchise Unit
Fast Casual
Dog Haus continues steady expansion with first franchised unit
PopSugar
The Ultimate Game-Day Dish: Buffalo Wing Hot Dogs
Westways Magazine
Gourmet Hot Dogs
Entreprenuer
Wiener Takes All
Nation's Restaurant News Online
Dog Haus turns to franchising for growth
Playboy Online
We Tried the Turducken Sausage, the Hot Dog Thanksgiving Deserves
Zagat
12 Extreme Dishes and Drinks in LA
Buzzfeed
23 Delicious Los Angeles Eats That Are Worth Every Penny
Nation's Restaurant News
Breakout Brands of 2015
Buzzfeed
Can You Hot Dog It, Youtube Video
Franchising USA
Dog Haus goes big in Texas with 20-unit franchise deal in the Dallas and Fort Worth Communities
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus Inks 20-Unit Franchise Deal in Texas
LA Times Daily Dish
Dog Haus is taking over the word—and all USC football home games
ESPN2 Sports Nation
Is a Hot Dog a Sandwich?
Fast Casual
Top 100 Movers & Shakers
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus Targets Chicago with Five-Unit Deal
New York Post Online
The Best Hot Dogs in America
QSR Magazine
Fresh Ideas: Digging the Dogs
Variety
Naughty Dog
Fast Casual
Dog Haus strikes 300-unit deal
Franchsing Times
Dog Haus Deal Started with Dream Email
Nation's Restaurant News
Making the Case for Craft Sausage
Nation's Restaurant News Online
Dog Haus Signs $500M franchise agreement
Restaurant Business Online
Wiener Takes All: Hot Dog Chains on the Rise
The LA Times
Expanding in the Wurst Way
Nation's Restaurant News
Dog Haus Signs $500M Franchise Deal
Entrepreneur
Fire Brands
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus' $500 Million Plan to Become a Household Name
Insider
The 25 Best Hot Dogs in America
LA Magazine Online
11 Places to Watch the Super Bowl for People Who Like Food More than Football
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus Commits to 100 Percent All-Natural Beef
QSR Magazine
The 40/40 List: 40 Exciting Concepts Under 40 Units
Food & Wine
Los Angeles Has a New Fried Chicken Sandwich You Have to Try
Zagat
10 Amazing New Fried Chicken Sandwiches Around LA
Fast Casual
Dog Haus Serving Only 'Hormone-, Antibiotic-Free Meats'
Foodable Network
Eight Chefs and This Fast Casual Brand Fight Childhood Hunger One Hot Dog At A Time
QSR Magazine Online
Dog Haus to Open First Restaurant of Massive Deal
Entrepreneur
2018's Top New Franchises Ranking
QSR
Chef Ilan Hall Joins Dog Haus as ‘Culinary Wingman'
ABC
Spice up your barbecue with Hawaiian-inspired recipes
TimeOut NY
California's Dog Haus arrives in NYC with free hot dogs
New York Times
NYC Restaurant Openings
Good Morning America
Celebrity chefs share Hawaii-inspired recipes on ‘GMA'
ABC 7 NY
Dog Haus makes SoHo debut with pop-up location
NBC LA
Frankly, We Love National Hot Dog Day
People Magazine Online
Everywhere You Can Get Free Hot Dogs for National Hot Dog Day
Food Network
Get a Free Hot Dog Today
Medium
LUNCH BREAK: Fancy Franks From A SoHo Pop-Up
Fox News
Bringing the flavors of the fair to your home
TimeOut LA
The best beer gardens in L.A.
Forbes
An Insider's Guide On Where To Eat In Vegas
The Wall Street Journal
Get a Taste of Out-of-Town Chefs Without Traveling
Eater LA
Morning Briefing News: Dog Haus and Chris Oh have collaborated on the KPOP burger
QSR
Podcast: How Dog Haus Carved Its Own Niche
MSN
The Fast Food Newcomers Conquering America in 2019
Nation's Restaurant News
What Customers Want: Digital Convenience
EATER
The Essential Guide To Los Angeles Hot Dogs, 2019 Edition
QSR
Dog Haus Makes $35,000 Donation to No Kid Hungry
Flavor & The Menu
Flavor in Focus: Linking Up
Nation's Restaurant News
Building Loyalty with Digital Tools
ABC 15 Arizona: Dog Haus opens in Scottsdale
You can get a free hot dog on Saturday, April 27
California Focus Magazine
Hits the Spot
Westword
Denver's Ten Best Places to Find Veggie Dogs
Fox 31 Denver
Hot Dog! Unique Options for Opening Day
QSR
Dog Haus partners with Kitchen United to double its footprint
Fast Casual
Dog Haus partners with Kitchen United to double its footprint
The Mercury News
Shoreline Amphitheatre's amazing new lineup … of celebrity food
Restaurant Business
Dog Haus Embraces Delivery-Only Kitchens As A Pathway To Growth
Franchise Update Media
Franchise Update Media Reveals 1st Franchise Innovation Awards Winners
MSN
Eye-opening fast food menu changes
Franchise Times
Dog Haus Set for Kitchen United's Chicago Debut
Fort Worth Business Press
Dog Haus prepares for Arlington opening in summer
USA Today: National Hamburger Day deals
Where to get free burgers and juicy bargains Tuesday
Entrepreneur
The Top Food Franchises of 2019
Forbes
Why One Restaurant Brand Is Turning To Ghost Kitchens To Grow
NBC LOS ANGELES
Pop-Up Hawaiian Sandwich Gives Back At Dog Haus
RESTAURANT BUSINESS
As Delivery Evolves, So Do Restaurant Chains' Approaches To The Service
FOODBEAST
Dog Haus Restaurants Selling Fried Chicken Sandwich Inspired By Karate Kid Films
FOX 21 NEWS
What Are Colorado Springs' Favorite Hot Dog Toppings?
CBS MORNING EXTRA
Celebrate The Fourth With Dog Haus' Grilling Tips
RESTAURANT BUSINESS
The Future 50
FOX 31 DENVER
Getting Ready For National Hot Dog Day
EAT THIS, NOT THAT!
50 Most Popular Fast Foods In America
PASADENA-STAR NEWS
Dog Haus Launches New Cocktail Menu; Get Free Hot Dogs In Pasadena And Chino Hills
EATER
La Sausage Slinger Dog Haus Is Coming To Austin
RETAIL & RESTAURANT FACILITY BUSINESS
Franchising Franks
FAST CASUAL
Teamwork Makes The Dream Work When It Comes To Menu Innovations
USA TODAY
National Cheeseburger Day 2019
YAHOO!
Colorado Springs' 4 Favorite Spots For Inexpensive Burgers
MODERN RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
The Lure Of Celebrity Marketing For Restaurants
QSR
Where Does Off-Premises Go From Here?
RESTAURANT NEWS
Why A Former Marine Put Himself In The Dog Haus
FOOD ON DEMAND
Behind The Scenes On Ghost Kitchen Economics
FOX 32 CHICAGO
Dog Haus Unveils Delectable Turducken Sausage
QSR
The Tongue-Wagging 'Wow!' Power Of Dog Haus
WALL STREET JOURNAL
The Rise Of Food Fetishes, Fueled By Social Media
CHEERS
Dog Haus Biergarten Launches the Absolute Würst Bar Program
FRANCHISE UPDATE MEDIA
Dog Haus Signs Franchise Agreement To Bring The Absolute Würst To West Virginia
FAST CASUAL
How Dog Haus' Menu Innovation, Tech-Centric Approach Is Doubling Growth
ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE
Why Ghost Kitchens Are The Next Big Thing For Food-Service Franchises
FOODABLE TV
Dog Haus On The Challenges And Opportunities Of Ghost Kitchens
NATION'S RESTAURANT NEWS
MenuMasters Award Winner – Menu Trendsetter Award
FAST CASUAL
Dog Has Collaborates With Michelin-Starred Chefs
NATION'S RESTAURANT NEWS
The Most Influential Restaurant Executives In The Country, Chosen By Nation's Restaurant News Readers
PASADENA-STAR NEWS
The Most Influential Restaurant Executives In The Country, Chosen By Nation's Restaurant News Readers
DELISH
Some Restaurants Are Transforming Into Markets To Keep Sales Up
FAST CASUAL
Dog Haus Launching Restaurant Group To House 9 Brands
FORBES
Some Restaurants Are Transforming Into Markets To Survive The Coronavirus Crisis
NBC SPORTS
The List: What Is The Best Burger?
LOS ANGELES DAILY NEWS
These Chain Restaurants Are Selling Cost-Effective Family Bundles And Do-It-Yourself Kits
QSR
Cover Story - 2020 Future of Fast Casual Report
LOS ANGELES TIMES
Restaurant-Markets In Los Angeles Where You Can Shop For Groceries
RESTAURANT NEWS
Dog Haus Expands To Serve More Of The Absolute Würst In Chicago
FAST CASUAL
Dog Haus Adding Wow Bao To The Menu
THRILLIST
The Best Burgers In Dallas For Takeout & Delivery
QSR
The Absolute Brands Teams With Cholula Hot Sauce On Menu Items
FOODABLE TV
Dog Haus: Building On Nostalgia With An American Favorite
RESTAURANT DEVELOPMENT + DESIGN
Dog Haus Builds A Better Hot Dog Place
RESTAURANT BUSINESS
Future 50
EATER
California Hot Dog Chain Dog Haus Comes To Austin Via Ghost Kitchen











