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How Much Does a Meadows Original Frozen Custard Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise costs between $134,000 and $512,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $25,000.

$134,000

Minimum Investment

$512,000

Maximum Investment

$25,000

Franchise Fee

Meadows Original Frozen Custard Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $25,000

Fee Range $15,000 – $25,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $25,000

Meadows Original Frozen Custard Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $25,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · $5,000 due at execution of the Option Agreement; $20,000 due at execution of Franchise Agreement $25,000

Real Estate $79,000 – $390,000

Leasehold Improvements, Furnishings, Equipment and Signs [See Note (2)] Before Opening $79,000 – $390,000

Real Estate [See Note (1)] $0

Equipment & Assets $10,000 – $15,000

Initial Inventory [See Note (3)] Before Opening $10,000 – $15,000

Training $1,000 – $5,000

Training Expenses During Training $1,000 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $4,000 – $10,000

Additional Funds - Three months [See Note (5)] $4,000 – $10,000

Other Costs $15,000 – $67,000

Miscellaneous Opening Costs [See Note (4)] Before Opening $14,000 – $62,000

Opening Advertising and Promotions Before Opening $1,000 – $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $134,000 – $512,000

How Does Meadows Original Frozen Custard Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Meadows Original Frozen Custard's minimum investment of $134,000 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$134,000

Meadows Original Frozen Custard Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$512,000

Meadows Original Frozen Custard Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Meadows Original Frozen Custard?

The total startup cost for a Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise ranges from $134,000 to $512,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $79,000 to $390,000.

How much is the Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise fee?

The Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise fee is $25,000, with a range of $15,000 to $25,000 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 Meadows Original Frozen Custard a good investment?

Meadows Original Frozen Custard requires a total franchise investment of $134,000 to $512,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Meadows Original Frozen Custard franchise owner make?

Meadows Original Frozen Custard's 2025 FDD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation, so this source does not provide a sales, revenue, or owner-profit figure.

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