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How Much Does a illy caffè Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A illy caffè franchise costs between $391,800 and $2,053,720 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$391,800

Minimum Investment

$2,053,720

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

illy caffè Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000

illy caffè Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $40,000

Initial Fee Note 1 · Note 1 $40,000

Real Estate $41,300 – $637,500

Leasehold Improvements Note 2 · Note 2 $35,100 – $582,500

Rent/Real Estate As agreed $4,200 – $50,000

Utility Deposits As agreed $2,000 – $5,000

Equipment & Assets $124,000 – $674,220

Equipment As arranged $100,000 – $584,220

Computer System As arranged · As arranged $1,000 – $40,000

Inventory As agreed $20,000 – $40,000

Uniforms As agreed $3,000 – $10,000

Training $7,000 – $17,000

Travel and Accommodations for Training As agreed $4,000 – $12,000

Pre-opening training/food costs As agreed $3,000 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $150,000 – $400,000

Additional Funds (6 months) As agreed $150,000 – $400,000

Other Costs $29,500 – $285,000

Liquor Licenses As arranged · Prior to issuance $2,500 – $200,000

Opening Marketing As arranged $10,000 – $40,000

Insurance As agreed $6,000 – $20,000

Business Licenses and Professional Services As agreed $10,000 – $20,000

Site Visit $1,000 – $5,000

Per Square Foot Cost $300 to $600 based upon condition of premises · $300 to $600 based upon condition of premises $300 – $600

Total Estimated Investment $391,800 – $2,053,720

How Does illy caffè Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

illy caffè's minimum investment of $391,800 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$391,800

illy caffè Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$2,053,720

illy caffè Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a illy caffè?

The total startup cost for a illy caffè franchise ranges from $391,800 to $2,053,720, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $124,000 to $674,220.

How much is the illy caffè franchise fee?

The illy caffè 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 illy caffè a good investment?

illy caffè requires a total franchise investment of $391,800 to $2,053,720 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 58/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full illy caffè franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a illy caffè franchise owner make?

illy caffè franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,058,836 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our illy caffè franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.