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How Much Does a Gyu-Kaku Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Gyu-Kaku franchise costs between $1,215,444 and $1,504,591 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$1,215,444

Minimum Investment

$1,504,591

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

Gyu-Kaku Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

Gyu-Kaku Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Gyu-Kaku franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · When Franchise Agreement Is Signed. $50,000

Real Estate $886,000 – $1,040,000

Construction and leasehold improvements - net landlord contribution (1) As Arranged · Before Opening $840,000 – $960,000

Professional Fees - Architects As Arranged · Before Opening $36,000 – $45,000

Construction Assistance Lump Sum · When Franchise Agreement Is Signed. $10,000 – $35,000

Equipment & Assets $186,945 – $229,401

Equipment, Furniture, Fixtures and Signage As Arranged · Before Opening $135,052 – $164,256

Computers and Telecommunications As Arranged · Before Opening $23,038 – $28,850

Opening Supplies As Arranged · Before Opening $15,895 – $20,455

Opening Inventory As Arranged · Before Opening $12,960 – $15,840

Training $11,000 – $23,500

Travel and Living Expenses During Training $11,000 – $23,500

Working Capital & Reserves $15,000 – $60,000

Additional funds - 3 months As Arranged $15,000 – $60,000

Other Costs $66,499 – $101,690

Pre-Opening Labor Before Opening $26,600 – $31,590

Initial Opening Assistance by Franchisor First 10 Days After Opening $6,500 – $21,500

Miscellaneous Expenditures As Arranged $10,000 – $20,000

Market Introduction As Arranged · Month Before and Month After $12,600 – $15,400

Licenses, Permits and Deposits Before Opening $5,400 – $6,600

Legal / Professional Fees As Arranged · Before Opening $2,700 – $3,300

Insurance Deposits and Premiums As Arranged · Before Opening $2,700 – $3,300

Total Estimated Investment $1,215,444 – $1,504,591

How Does Gyu-Kaku Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Gyu-Kaku's minimum investment of $1,215,444 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$1,215,444

Gyu-Kaku Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,504,591

Gyu-Kaku Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Gyu-Kaku?

The total startup cost for a Gyu-Kaku franchise ranges from $1,215,444 to $1,504,591, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $886,000 to $1,040,000.

How much is the Gyu-Kaku franchise fee?

The Gyu-Kaku franchise fee is $50,000, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Gyu-Kaku a good investment?

Gyu-Kaku requires a total franchise investment of $1,215,444 to $1,504,591 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Gyu-Kaku franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Gyu-Kaku franchise owner make?

Gyu-Kaku's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.