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How Much Does a Moe's Southwest Grill Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Moe's Southwest Grill franchise costs between $644,425 and $1,968,450 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $35,500.

$644,425

Minimum Investment

$1,968,450

Maximum Investment

$35,500

Franchise Fee

Moe's Southwest Grill Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $35,500

Fee Range $4,500 – $20,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $35,500

Moe's Southwest Grill Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Moe's Southwest Grill franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $35,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $35,500

Real Estate $535,200 – $1,766,200

Construction and Build Out Costs - Freestanding $259,700 – $1,140,000

Construction and Build Out Costs - Inline and Endcap $259,700 – $573,200

Architect/Engineer $9,800 – $25,000

Rent Monthly $4,500 – $20,000

Security Deposits $1,500 – $8,000

Equipment & Assets $248,200 – $499,300

Equipment Package Lump sum $168,000 – $285,300

Millwork $21,000 – $61,800

Computer System $13,000 – $50,100

Exterior Signage Lump sum $13,900 – $35,000

Opening Inventory $15,000 – $35,000

Smallwares $9,800 – $22,000

Menu Board, Graphics and Interior Signage $7,500 – $10,100

Training $8,100 – $37,500

On-Site Training Fee $0 – $18,300

Travel and Living Expenses during Training $8,100 – $11,700

Management Training Program Fee $0 – $7,500

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

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

Total Estimated Investment $644,425 – $1,968,450

How Does Moe's Southwest Grill Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Moe's Southwest Grill's minimum investment of $644,425 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$644,425

Moe's Southwest Grill Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,968,450

Moe's Southwest Grill Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Moe's Southwest Grill?

The total startup cost for a Moe's Southwest Grill franchise ranges from $644,425 to $1,968,450, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $535,200 to $1,766,200.

How much is the Moe's Southwest Grill franchise fee?

The Moe's Southwest Grill franchise fee is $35,500, with a range of $4,500 to $20,500 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 Moe's Southwest Grill a good investment?

Moe's Southwest Grill requires a total franchise investment of $644,425 to $1,968,450 and scores Legal Risk: 69/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Moe's Southwest Grill franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Moe's Southwest Grill franchise owner make?

The 2026 FDD does not necessarily disclose owner profit. It shows net sales of $1,182,975 for the franchised locations described in the FDD. Sales and revenue figures do not show expenses, debt service, taxes, or owner take-home income.

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