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How Much Does a Chicken Salad Chick Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Chicken Salad Chick franchise costs between $777,000 and $994,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$777,000

Minimum Investment

$994,500

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

Chicken Salad Chick Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Fee Range $30,000 – $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

Chicken Salad Chick Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial franchisee fee Lump sum · Upon signing the Franchise Agreement $50,000

Real Estate $441,000 – $556,000

Leasehold Improvements Lump sum or financed · When work is performed $425,000 – $525,000

Professional Fees (Note 5) (Attorney, Architect, etc.) When Incurred $10,000 – $20,000

Rent (1 month) and Security Deposit Lump sum $6,000 – $11,000

Equipment & Assets $224,000 – $298,000

Furniture, Equipment Lump sum or financed · Upon installation $175,000 – $225,000

Technology Equipment and Software Lump sum · Upon installation $25,000 – $35,000

Signage Lump sum · Upon installation $12,000 – $25,000

Inventory Lump sum · Upon delivery $12,000 – $13,000

Training $5,000 – $9,000

Training (transportation, lodging, etc. for 3 people) When incurred $5,000 – $9,000

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $30,000

Additional Funds-3 months $20,000 – $30,000

Other Costs $37,000 – $51,500

Drive Thru Package (Drive-Thru Only) Lump sum · Upon installation $25,000 – $35,000

Décor Package (wall art, table coverings, decals, window treatments) Lump sum or financed · Upon Installation $15,000 – $20,000

Grand Opening Marketing Fee Lump sum · Upon signing the Franchise Agreement $10,000

Branded Merchandise Lump sum · Upon delivery $9,000 – $10,000

Other deposits and prepaid expenses Upon application $0 – $5,500

Insurance (6 months) When policy(s) is written $2,500 – $3,500

Permits and Licenses Upon application $500 – $2,500

Total Estimated Investment $777,000 – $994,500

How Does Chicken Salad Chick Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Chicken Salad Chick's minimum investment of $777,000 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$777,000

Chicken Salad Chick Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$994,500

Chicken Salad Chick Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Chicken Salad Chick?

The total startup cost for a Chicken Salad Chick franchise ranges from $777,000 to $994,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $441,000 to $556,000.

How much is the Chicken Salad Chick franchise fee?

The Chicken Salad Chick franchise fee is $50,000, with a range of $30,000 to $50,000 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 Chicken Salad Chick a good investment?

Chicken Salad Chick requires a total franchise investment of $777,000 to $994,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Chicken Salad Chick franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Chicken Salad Chick franchise owner make?

Chicken Salad Chick franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,462,437 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Chicken Salad Chick franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.