NATHANS FAMOUS, INC.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) is a leading branded licensor, wholesaler, and retailer of products marketed under the iconic Nathan's Famous brand, which traces its origins to a nickel hot dog stand that opened on Coney Island in 1916. The company operates through multiple distribution channels to maximize… From the company’s description.
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What NATHANS FAMOUS, INC. does
In the company’s own words
Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) is a leading branded licensor, wholesaler, and retailer of products marketed under the iconic Nathan's Famous brand, which traces its origins to a nickel hot dog stand that opened on Coney Island in 1916. The company operates through multiple distribution channels to maximize consumption of its signature Nathan's World Famous Beef Hot Dogs, crinkle-cut French fries, and complementary products across diverse foodservice and retail formats.
The company's business model comprises four primary revenue streams. The licensing program generates high-margin royalties through partnerships with major manufacturers and distributors, including Smithfield Foods, which holds exclusive rights to manufacture and distribute Nathan's branded products through supermarkets, mass merchandisers, and club stores nationwide. The Branded Product Program distributes Nathan's hot dogs to foodservice operators across thousands of locations including national restaurant chains, movie theaters, amusement parks, sports venues, and convenience stores. The company operates four Company-owned restaurants, primarily in the New York metropolitan area, including the flagship Coney Island location that hosts the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest, which has been broadcast on ESPN since 2004. The franchise system consists of 221 locations across 19 states and 11 foreign countries, plus 476 virtual kitchens, generating royalties based on sales performance.
As of March 29, 2026, Nathan's employed 129 full-time employees, with approximately 240 to 250 seasonal workers during peak months. The company maintains a presence in all 50 states and 20 foreign countries through its diversified distribution network. Nathan's also owns the Arthur Treacher's Fish & Chips brand, which operates as a co-branded menu extension within select Nathan's restaurants and delivery platforms.
In January 2026, Nathan's entered into a merger agreement with Smithfield Foods, with closing anticipated in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals including CFIUS clearance. The company's competitive strengths center on its globally recognized brand, premium product quality, diversified revenue streams, and flexible business model that adapts to various retail and foodservice environments.
Company details
- Sector
- Consumer Discretionary
- Industry
- Restaurants
- Headquarters
- JERICHO, NY
- Fiscal year end
- March
- CIK
- 69733
- SIC
- 5812
Financial performance, year by year
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Who owns NATHANS FAMOUS, INC. — and what changed
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