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How Much Does a Doner Kebab Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Doner Kebab franchise costs between $3,177,500 and $5,615,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$3,177,500

Minimum Investment

$5,615,000

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Doner Kebab Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Doner Kebab Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · Upon execution of the Franchise Agreement $30,000

Real Estate $50,000 – $330,000

Leasehold Improvements As arranged · As arranged $0 – $250,000

Architects and Project Manager Fees $25,000 – $50,000

Lease, Utility& Security Deposits $25,000 – $30,000

Equipment & Assets $230,500 – $300,000

Restaurant Equipment Lump Sum · As arranged $140,000 – $175,000

Signage Lump Sum · As arranged $20,000 – $35,000

Hardware and Software Lump Sum · As arranged $27,500 – $30,000

Furniture& Fixtures Lump Sum · As arranged $15,500 – $20,000

Opening Inventory $15,000 – $20,000

Small Wares $11,000 – $15,000

Office Supplies& Misc. $1,500 – $5,000

Training $5,000 – $10,000

Initial Training $5,000 – $10,000

Working Capital & Reserves $15,000 – $20,000

Additional Funds (Approx. 3 months) $15,000 – $20,000

Other Costs $2,847,000 – $4,925,000

Fit Out Materials &Installation As arranged · As arranged $150,000 – $205,000

Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing As arranged · As arranged $125,000 – $175,000

Insurance Lump sum · Before commenci ng business $9,000 – $18,000

Professional Fees As arranged · As arranged $10,000 – $15,000

Pre-Launch, Soft Launch and Grand Opening Marketing $10,000 – $15,000

Business Licenses $1,000 – $5,000

Property Agent $0

Total Estimated Investment $3,177,500 – $5,615,000

How Does Doner Kebab Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Doner Kebab's minimum investment of $3,177,500 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$3,177,500

Doner Kebab Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$5,615,000

Doner Kebab Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Doner Kebab?

The total startup cost for a Doner Kebab franchise ranges from $3,177,500 to $5,615,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $2,847,000 to $4,925,000.

How much is the Doner Kebab franchise fee?

The Doner Kebab franchise fee is $30,000, 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 Doner Kebab a good investment?

Doner Kebab requires a total franchise investment of $3,177,500 to $5,615,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 90/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Doner Kebab franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Doner Kebab franchise owner make?

Doner Kebab's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.