How Much Does a East Coast Wings Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A East Coast Wings franchise costs between $419,400 and $1,228,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$419,400
Minimum Investment
$1,228,500
Maximum Investment
$40,000
Franchise Fee

East Coast Wings Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000
Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000

East Coast Wings Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment
East Coast Wings minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
East Coast Wings maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $40,000
Initial Franchise Fee One lump sum payable upon execution of the franchise agreement. $40,000
Real Estate $197,000 – $734,500
Leasehold Improvements Lump sum or (possibly) amortized by landlord. $175,000 – $700,000
Architecture/Project Management Varies $15,000 – $22,000
Lease-Related Payments - - 3 Months As arranged with landlord $7,000 – $12,500
Equipment & Assets $138,650 – $372,500
Equipment& Smallwares 50% upon ordering and 50% prior to delivery or as otherwise invoiced $100,000 – $255,000
Furniture and Fixtures 50% upon order then pay balance upon delivery or as otherwise invoiced $17,200 – $38,000
Video Surveillance System; Audio-Visual Equipment, Music and Entertainment System As agreed $2,450 – $29,000
Signage Lump sum $5,500 – $23,000
Inventory Vendor terms. $9,000 – $20,000
POS Computer System As agreed $4,500 – $7,500
Training $2,500 – $10,000
Expenses Associated with Initial Training As incurred. $2,500 – $10,000
Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $30,000
Additional Funds-3 Months As agreed $20,000 – $30,000
Other Costs $21,250 – $41,500
Professional Fees Varies $2,500 – $10,000
Initial Marketing Expense $7,500 – $10,000
Artwork &Décor As agreed $4,500 – $7,500
Deposits Lump sum. $2,500 – $5,000
Government Permits $2,000 – $5,000
Tech Environment Survey and Installation Fee; Costs and Expenses $1,500 – $3,000
Pre-Opening Inventory Package Lump sum $750 – $1,000
Total Estimated Investment $419,400 – $1,228,500

How Does East Coast Wings Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

East Coast Wings's minimum investment of $419,400 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$419,400
East Coast Wings Min
$315,233
Food & Beverage Median Min
$1,228,500
East Coast Wings Max
$693,450
Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a East Coast Wings?

The total startup cost for a East Coast Wings franchise ranges from $419,400 to $1,228,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $197,000 to $734,500.

How much is the East Coast Wings franchise fee?

The East Coast Wings franchise fee is $40,000, 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 East Coast Wings a good investment?

East Coast Wings requires a total franchise investment of $419,400 to $1,228,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full East Coast Wings franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a East Coast Wings franchise owner make?

East Coast Wings franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,970,008 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our East Coast Wings franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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