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How Much Does a McAlister's Deli Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A McAlister's Deli franchise costs between $1,044,975 and $1,610,700 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $35,500.

$1,044,975

Minimum Investment

$1,610,700

Maximum Investment

$35,500

Franchise Fee

McAlister's Deli Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $35,500

Fee Range $15,000 – $25,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $35,500

McAlister's Deli Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $35,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $35,500

Real Estate $524,700 – $723,800

Construction and Build Out Costs $500,000 – $677,700

Architect/Engineer $15,000 – $21,000

Rent Monthly $7,200 – $18,600

Misc. Opening Costs/ Security Deposits $2,500 – $6,500

Equipment & Assets $379,300 – $582,200

Equipment Package Lump sum $237,300 – $294,000

Computer System $32,000 – $66,500

Exterior Signage Lump sum $21,000 – $58,300

Opening Inventory $18,500 – $58,000

Millwork $39,900 – $52,800

Menu Board, Graphics and Interior Signage $9,600 – $28,600

Smallwares $21,000 – $24,000

Training $26,200 – $92,700

On-Site Training Fee $0 – $34,000

Travel and Living Expenses during Training $26,200 – $33,700

Management Training Program Fee $0 – $25,000

Working Capital & Reserves $25,000 – $53,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months $25,000 – $53,000

Other Costs $54,275 – $123,500

Furniture $20,000 – $55,000

Grand Opening Marketing $25,000 – $27,000

Permitting $1,250 – $15,000

TV/Music $3,400 – $11,500

Insurance $1,925 – $9,500

Legal and Accounting Fees $2,700 – $5,500

Total Estimated Investment $1,044,975 – $1,610,700

How Does McAlister's Deli Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

McAlister's Deli's minimum investment of $1,044,975 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$1,044,975

McAlister's Deli Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,610,700

McAlister's Deli Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a McAlister's Deli?

The total startup cost for a McAlister's Deli franchise ranges from $1,044,975 to $1,610,700, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $524,700 to $723,800.

How much is the McAlister's Deli franchise fee?

The McAlister's Deli franchise fee is $35,500, with a range of $15,000 to $25,500 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 McAlister's Deli a good investment?

McAlister's Deli requires a total franchise investment of $1,044,975 to $1,610,700 and scores Legal Risk: 68/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full McAlister's Deli franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a McAlister's Deli franchise owner make?

McAlister's Deli franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,792,471 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our McAlister's Deli franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.