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How Much Does a 8-Bit Bites Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A 8-Bit Bites franchise costs between $236,650 and $478,600 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$236,650

Minimum Investment

$478,600

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

8-Bit Bites Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Fee Range $25,000 – $30,000

8-Bit Bites Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a 8-Bit Bites franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000 – $0

Initial franchise fee Check or wire transfer · Upon signing the franchise agreement $30,000 – $0

Real Estate $106,250 – $0

Leasehold Improvements Check · As incurred or when billed $100,000 – $0

Rent and Lease Security Deposit Check · Upon signing lease $6,250 – $0

Equipment & Assets $61,000 – $0

Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment Check, debit, and/or credit $40,000 – $0

Inventory Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $15,000 – $0

Computer Systems Check, debit, and/or credit $3,000 – $0

Signage Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $3,000 – $0

Training $4,000 – $0

Travel, lodging and meals for initial training Cash, debit or credit $4,000 – $0

Working Capital & Reserves $30,000 – $0

Additional funds (for first 3 months) Varies · Varies $30,000 – $0

Other Costs $5,400 – $478,600

Market Introduction Program Check, debit, and/or credit · As incurred or when billed $2,500 – $0

Office Expenses Check, debit, and/or credit $1,000 – $0

Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) Check, debit, and/or credit · As incurred or when billed $1,000 – $0

Insurance Check · Upon ordering $500 – $0

Utilities Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering service $200 – $0

Licenses and Permits Check · Upon application $200 – $0

Total Estimated Investment $236,650 – $478,600

How Does 8-Bit Bites Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

8-Bit Bites's minimum investment of $236,650 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$236,650

8-Bit Bites Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$478,600

8-Bit Bites Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a 8-Bit Bites?

The total startup cost for a 8-Bit Bites franchise ranges from $236,650 to $478,600, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $5,400 to $478,600.

How much is the 8-Bit Bites franchise fee?

The 8-Bit Bites franchise fee is $30,000, with a range of $25,000 to $30,000 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 8-Bit Bites a good investment?

8-Bit Bites requires a total franchise investment of $236,650 to $478,600 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 75/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full 8-Bit Bites franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a 8-Bit Bites franchise owner make?

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