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Carl’s Jr. is an American fast-food burger chain known for charbroiled burgers and a menu built around bold, indulgent positioning. The brand is part of CKE Restaurants, which also owns Hardee’s.
When measuring Carl’s Jr. at scale, the most dependable public metrics are those published directly by the brand: restaurant count, dual-branded footprint, and operating areas.
Carl’s Jr. by the Numbers
- Total restaurants: 1,101 (company fact sheet)
- Dual-branded units: 300+ Carl’s Jr./Green Burrito locations (company fact sheet)
- U.S. footprint: 14 Western states (company fact sheet)
- Parent company: CKE Restaurants (also owns Hardee’s)
Key Carl’s Jr. Metrics
| Metric | Value | Year (as reported) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total restaurants | 1,101 | Company fact sheet (accessed 2026) | Carl’s Jr. fact sheet |
| Dual-branded Carl’s Jr./Green Burrito units | 300+ units | Company fact sheet (accessed 2026) | Carl’s Jr. fact sheet |
| Operating areas | 14 Western states + international markets | Company fact sheet (accessed 2026) | Carl’s Jr. fact sheet |
What “Dual-Branded” Means
Dual-branded Carl’s Jr./Green Burrito stores combine the burger menu with a complementary Mexican-inspired concept. For operators, this can expand daypart coverage and menu variety without needing a separate location.
FAQ
How many Carl’s Jr. restaurants are there?
Carl’s Jr. reports 1,101 total restaurants in its fact sheet.
How many Carl’s Jr. locations are dual-branded with Green Burrito?
Carl’s Jr. reports more than 300 dual-branded Carl’s Jr./Green Burrito units.
Who owns Carl’s Jr.?
Carl’s Jr. is owned by CKE Restaurants, which also owns Hardee’s.
