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How Much Does a McAlister's Deli Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A McAlister's Deli franchise costs between $910,175 and $1,816,100 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $35,500.

$910,175
Minimum Investment
$1,816,100
Maximum Investment
$35,500
Franchise Fee

McAlister's Deli Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $35,500
Fee Range $10,000 – $35,500
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 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
McAlister's Deli minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
McAlister's Deli maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $35,500
Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $35,500
Real Estate $434,600 – $830,500
Construction and Build Out Costs $412,400 – $775,500
Architect/Engineer $15,000 – $35,000
Rent Monthly $7,200 – $20,000
Equipment & Assets $332,100 – $654,800
Equipment Package Lump sum $224,900 – $329,400
Exterior Signage Lump sum $21,000 – $75,000
Millwork $16,100 – $66,500
Computer System $32,000 – $66,500
Opening Inventory $18,500 – $58,000
Menu Board, Graphics and Interior Signage $9,600 – $30,000
Smallwares $10,000 – $29,400
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 $56,775 – $149,600
Furniture $20,000 – $58,900
Permitting $1,250 – $30,700
Grand Opening Marketing $25,000 – $27,000
TV/Music $3,400 – $11,500
Insurance $1,925 – $9,500
Misc. Opening Costs/ Security Deposits $2,500 – $6,500
Legal and Accounting Fees $2,700 – $5,500
Total Estimated Investment $910,175 – $1,816,100

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

McAlister's Deli's minimum investment of $910,175 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$910,175
McAlister's Deli Min
$315,233
Food & Beverage Median Min
$1,816,100
McAlister's Deli Max
$693,450
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 $910,175 to $1,816,100, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $434,600 to $830,500.

How much is the McAlister's Deli franchise fee?

The McAlister's Deli franchise fee is $35,500, with a range of $10,000 to $35,500 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2026 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 $910,175 to $1,816,100 and scores Legal Risk: 75/100, 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 $1,764,584 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our McAlister's Deli franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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