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How Much Does a Crimson Coward Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Crimson Coward franchise costs between $318,500 and $640,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $20,000.

$318,500

Minimum Investment

$640,500

Maximum Investment

$20,000

Franchise Fee

Crimson Coward Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $20,000

Fee Range $20,000 – $35,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $35,000

Crimson Coward Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $35,000

Initial Fee (Note A) Lump Sum · Upon Signing Franchise Agreement $35,000

Real Estate $95,000 – $320,000

Leasehold Improvements (Note D) $75,000 – $290,000

Rent & Security Deposit (3 Months) (Note C) $20,000 – $30,000

Equipment & Assets $125,000 – $190,000

Equipment including small wares (Note E) Lump Sum · Before Opening $95,000 – $145,000

Furniture, Office Equipment & General Software, Signs Before Opening $20,000 – $30,000

Opening Inventory, Supplies and Branded Items (Note I) Prior to Opening $10,000 – $15,000

Training $1,000 – $4,500

Initial Training Fee (for up to 2 people trained at the same time) (Note B) Lump Sum · Before attending training $0 – $3,000

Travel & Living Expenses While Attending Initial Training (Note B) $1,000 – $1,500

Working Capital & Reserves $40,000 – $60,000

Additional Funds (3 months) (Note J) $40,000 – $60,000

Other Costs $22,500 – $31,000

Insurance (Note G) $15,000 – $20,000

Grand Opening (Note F) $6,000 – $7,500

Professional Fees (Note H) $1,500 – $3,500

Total Estimated Investment $318,500 – $640,500

How Does Crimson Coward Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Crimson Coward's minimum investment of $318,500 is near the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$318,500

Crimson Coward Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$640,500

Crimson Coward Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Crimson Coward?

The total startup cost for a Crimson Coward franchise ranges from $318,500 to $640,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $95,000 to $320,000.

How much is the Crimson Coward franchise fee?

The Crimson Coward franchise fee is $20,000, with a range of $20,000 to $35,000 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 Crimson Coward a good investment?

Crimson Coward requires a total franchise investment of $318,500 to $640,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Crimson Coward franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Crimson Coward franchise owner make?

Crimson Coward's 2025 FDD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation, so this source does not provide a sales, revenue, or owner-profit figure.

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