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How Much Does a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise costs between $504,545 and $3,923,245 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$504,545

Minimum Investment

$3,923,245

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · Prior to Opening for Business $50,000

Real Estate $743,000 – $2,450,000

Building As arranged · As arranged $700,000 – $1,600,000

Site Work As arranged · As arranged $40,000 – $800,000

Utility Deposits Lump sum $3,000 – $50,000

Real Estate Monthly · As arranged $0

Equipment & Assets $353,000 – $891,000

FF&E, Signage and Technology Lump sum · As ordered $340,000 – $865,000

Opening Supplies As arranged $13,000 – $26,000

Training $17,200 – $24,200

Initial Training Lump sum $17,200 – $24,200

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $30,000

Additional Funds - 3 months As arranged · As needed $20,000 – $30,000

Other Costs $-678,655 – $478,045

Soft Costs As arranged · As arranged $10,000 – $420,000

Insurance As arranged · As ordered $23,000 – $47,000

Business Licenses Lump sum · Before opening $1,300 – $6,500

Sitewise Lump sum · Annually $4,545

Total Estimated Investment $504,545 – $3,923,245

How Does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's minimum investment of $504,545 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$504,545

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$3,923,245

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen?

The total startup cost for a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise ranges from $504,545 to $3,923,245, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $743,000 to $2,450,000.

How much is the Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise fee?

The Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise fee is $50,000, 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen a good investment?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen requires a total franchise investment of $504,545 to $3,923,245 and scores Legal Risk: 86/100, Training: 88/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise owner make?

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,876,964 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.