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How Much Does a Al’s #1 Italian Beef Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise costs between $945,240 and $1,337,550 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $15,000.

$945,240

Minimum Investment

$1,337,550

Maximum Investment

$15,000

Franchise Fee

Al’s #1 Italian Beef Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $15,000

Fee Range $15,000 – $35,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $35,000

Al’s #1 Italian Beef Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $35,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · Upon signing franchise agreement $35,000

Real Estate $10,500 – $48,500

Lease/Occupancy Costs (3 months) As arranged · As arranged $10,500 – $48,500

Equipment & Assets $395,000 – $460,000

Signs, Computer, Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment As agreed $340,000 – $360,000

Opening Inventory and Supplies As agreed $45,000 – $70,000

POS System As agreed $10,000 – $30,000

Training $10,840 – $21,500

On-Site Opening Assistance and Training Lump sum · Within 30 days of completion of on- site training $6,400 – $12,800

Travel and Living Costs while Training As arranged · As agreed $4,440 – $8,700

Working Capital & Reserves $35,000 – $75,000

Additional Funds (for 3 months of operation) (Notes 14 and 15) $35,000 – $75,000

Other Costs $458,900 – $697,550

Site Improvements As agreed $300,000 – $430,000

Payroll (first 3 months) $90,000 – $125,000

Professional Services As agreed $30,000 – $80,000

Grand Opening Advertising Lump sum · Upon signing franchise agreement $25,000 – $35,000

Insurance As arranged $7,200 – $15,000

Licenses, Permits, Registrations $5,000 – $10,000

Initial Supply of Proprietary Spices When billed $1,700 – $2,550

Total Estimated Investment $945,240 – $1,337,550

How Does Al’s #1 Italian Beef Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Al’s #1 Italian Beef's minimum investment of $945,240 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$945,240

Al’s #1 Italian Beef Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,337,550

Al’s #1 Italian Beef Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Al’s #1 Italian Beef?

The total startup cost for a Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise ranges from $945,240 to $1,337,550, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $458,900 to $697,550.

How much is the Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise fee?

The Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise fee is $15,000, with a range of $15,000 to $35,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Al’s #1 Italian Beef a good investment?

Al’s #1 Italian Beef requires a total franchise investment of $945,240 to $1,337,550 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Al’s #1 Italian Beef franchise owner make?

Al’s #1 Italian Beef's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.