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Fast Food Chains in Øygarden
An analysis of the industry, companies, and prospects in the municipality of Øygarden in Vestlandet
Executive Summary
The fast food chain industry in Øygarden is a relatively new and under-documented sector in the municipality. Although the quick service food sector (which includes fast food, bakeries, and kebab) has grown in terms of employees and revenue over the years, there are no registered fast food chains in Øygarden according to current data. This opens opportunities for establishing new businesses, but requires a thorough analysis of the market and competition.
Economic Overview
Øygarden has a weakly defined economic profile for the fast food chain industry. There is no publicly available data on annual revenue or number of employees for fast food chains in the municipality. However, the quick service food sector (which includes fast food) shows a more stable development:
| Year | Revenue (NOK) | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 14.5M | 42 |
| 2022 | 21.7M | 38 |
| 2025 | 15.1M | 31 |
This sector has experienced fluctuating development, with a peak in 2022 and a decline in 2025. This may be due to variations in customer behavior and competition from other quick service food operators.
Companies in the Industry
There are no registered fast food chains in Øygarden according to current data. This may be due to the sector being new, or businesses not being registered in public databases. It is therefore not possible to provide a detailed overview of company structure or organizational forms for fast food chains in the municipality. It may be worth investigating whether local businesses in the quick service food sector (such as bakeries and kebab shops) could function as potential competitors or partners.
Business Geography
There is no detailed data on the distribution of fast food chains across different neighborhoods or locations in Øygarden. This is due to the absence of registered businesses in the sector. However, the quick service food sector in the municipality may have a broad distribution, as indicated by data on peer companies in adjacent sectors (bakeries, kebab shops). It may be worth investigating local business plans and neighborhood-specific data to identify potential locations.
Business Dynamics
There is no publicly available data on bankruptcies or operationally problematic businesses in the fast food chain industry in Øygarden. This may be due to the sector being new or businesses not being registered in public databases. It is therefore not possible to provide a detailed assessment of the industry's dynamics. It may be worth investigating whether local businesses in the quick service food sector have experienced operational challenges, as indicated by data on peer companies.
Outlook
For entrepreneurs considering establishing a fast food chain in Øygarden, the following considerations may be beneficial:
- Market Space: There are no existing fast food chains in the municipality, which could provide a unique opportunity to fill a market gap.
- Competitive Challenges: The quick service food sector has a stable but fluctuating development, which may indicate a competitive market.
- Location: It may be worth investigating local business plans and neighborhood-specific data to identify optimal locations.
SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable addresses and assess the market potential in Øygarden.
Outlook for the Quick Service Food Sector
The quick service food sector in Øygarden has a more stable development compared to the fast food chain industry. This sector has grown in revenue from 2016 to 2022, followed by a decline in 2025. The number of employees has varied between 31 and 49 over the years. Peer companies in the quick service food sector include:
| Name | Address | Revenue (NOK) | Employees | EBITDA (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Brun As Avd Sartor | Sartorvegen 12, 5353 Straume | 8.2M | 12 | 902.7K |
| Umre Pizza & Kebab As | Vestsidevegen 672, 5363 Ågotnes | 7.7M | 11 | 392.0K |
These companies represent different sub-sectors within the quick service food industry and can provide a broader perspective on the market's structure and potential.



Other companies in hurtigmat (not in fast food chain)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Brun As Avd Sartor | bakery | Sartorvegen 12, 5353 Straume | NOK 8.2M | 12 | NOK 902.7K |
| Baker Brun As Avd Sartor | bakery | Sartor Senter, 5353 Straume | NOK 7.2M | 10 | NOK 792.6K |
| Umre Pizza & Kebab As | kebab house | Vestsidevegen 672, 5363 Ågotnes | NOK 7.7M | 11 | NOK 392.0K |
| Kamilla Klepsland | street food | Big Bite avd 306 Sartor Senter|Sartorvegen 12, 5353 Straume | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
Conclusion
The fast food chain industry in Øygarden presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, given the absence of existing businesses. At the same time, attention should be paid to the development and competitive landscape of the quick service food sector. It is important to conduct thorough market assessments and collaborate with local authorities to identify optimal locations and operational strategies. SmartGrunder can help find suitable addresses and assess the market potential in Øygarden.