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How Much Does a Buona Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Buona franchise costs between $5,833,734 and $10,513,350 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$5,833,734

Minimum Investment

$10,513,350

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

Buona Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Fee Range $16,000 – $40,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000

Buona Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Buona franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $40,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · Upon signing of the Franchise Agreement $40,000

Real Estate $1,467,798 – $2,682,843

Construction of Building $1,067,798 – $1,832,843

Site Work $400,000 – $850,000

Equipment & Assets $700,539 – $849,682

Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (excluding Sign Package and POS) As arranged · Prior to opening $646,411 – $766,492

POS System As arranged · Prior to opening $39,128 – $43,190

Initial Inventory and supplies Lump Sum · Prior to opening $15,000 – $40,000

Training $91,088 – $131,607

On-Site Training Fee 2 lump sums · $20,000 deposit when franchise agreement is executed; balance as incurred $39,228 – $69,901

Travel and Living Costs While Training Before and during training $51,860 – $61,706

Working Capital & Reserves $40,000 – $100,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months $40,000 – $100,000

Other Costs $3,494,309 – $6,709,218

Estimated Total $2,916,867 – $5,256,675

Land Acquisition As arranged · When purchased $500,000 – $1,305,000

Sign Package As arranged · Prior to opening $47,842 – $72,593

Miscellaneous expenses Prior to opening $9,600 – $39,950

Grand Opening Advertising and Marketing Lump Sum · 60 days prior to opening and first 90 days of operation $20,000 – $35,000

Total Estimated Investment $5,833,734 – $10,513,350

How Does Buona Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Buona's minimum investment of $5,833,734 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$5,833,734

Buona Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$10,513,350

Buona Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Buona?

The total startup cost for a Buona franchise ranges from $5,833,734 to $10,513,350, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $3,494,309 to $6,709,218.

How much is the Buona franchise fee?

The Buona franchise fee is $40,000, with a range of $16,000 to $40,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Buona a good investment?

Buona requires a total franchise investment of $5,833,734 to $10,513,350 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Buona franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Buona franchise owner make?

Buona franchise locations report median gross sales of $3,351,553 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Buona franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.