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How Much Does a Kung Fu Tea Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Kung Fu Tea franchise costs between $169,000 and $378,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $25,000.

$169,000

Minimum Investment

$378,000

Maximum Investment

$25,000

Franchise Fee

$25,000 – $37,000

Fee Range

Kung Fu Tea Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $25,000

Fee Range $25,000 – $37,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $25,000 – $37,000

Kung Fu Tea Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $25,000 – $37,000

Initial franchise fee Lump sum · When you sign the franchise agreement $25,000 – $37,000

Real Estate $45,000 – $190,000

Leasehold improvements and architectural costs As agreed $40,000 – $150,000

Prepaid rent and security deposit As agreed $5,000 – $40,000

Equipment & Assets $54,000 – $77,500

Other equipment, furniture, fixtures and signage As agreed $30,000 – $40,000

Initial inventory of tea, cof- fee, cups, menu boards, and packaging materials Lump sum · In advance, as incurred $15,000 – $25,000

Equipment from our affiliate Lump sum · In advance, as incurred $6,500 – $7,500

Computers, printer, fax, and other hardware and busi- ness software Lump sum · Before initial training $2,500 – $5,000

Training $16,500 – $17,500

Training fee Lump sum · Before initial training begins $12,500

Travel, living expenses and salaries during initial train- ing As agreed · As incurred during training $4,000 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $10,000 – $20,000

Additional funds - first month $10,000 – $20,000

Other Costs $18,500 – $36,000

Insurance - liability and workers compensation - in- itial deposit As agreed $5,000 – $20,000

Legal and accounting fees As agreed $5,000 – $6,000

Interior design (3D render- ing of shop) As agreed $3,500 – $5,000

Initial marketing program As agreed $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $169,000 – $378,000

How Does Kung Fu Tea Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Kung Fu Tea's minimum investment of $169,000 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$169,000

Kung Fu Tea Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$378,000

Kung Fu Tea Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Kung Fu Tea?

The total startup cost for a Kung Fu Tea franchise ranges from $169,000 to $378,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $45,000 to $190,000.

How much is the Kung Fu Tea franchise fee?

The Kung Fu Tea franchise fee is $25,000, with a range of $25,000 to $37,000 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 Kung Fu Tea a good investment?

Kung Fu Tea requires a total franchise investment of $169,000 to $378,000 and scores Legal Risk: 93/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Kung Fu Tea franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Kung Fu Tea franchise owner make?

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