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How Much Does a Qdoba Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Qdoba franchise costs between $548,100 and $1,294,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $20,000.

$548,100

Minimum Investment

$1,294,000

Maximum Investment

$20,000

Franchise Fee

Qdoba Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $20,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000

Qdoba Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $40,000

Franchise Fee Lump Sum · Upon execution of Franchise Agreement $40,000

Real Estate $200,000 – $525,000

Leasehold improvements As arranged · As arranged or incurred $200,000 – $525,000

Real property lease / purchase costs As arranged · As arranged $0

Equipment & Assets $190,000 – $375,000

Furnishings, fixtures and equipment As arranged · As arranged or incurred $185,000 – $330,000

Signage As arranged · As arranged or incurred $0 – $35,000

Opening inventory As arranged $5,000 – $10,000

Training $0

Travel and living expenses while training During training $0

Working Capital & Reserves $25,000 – $150,000

Additional funds - 3 months As arranged · As needed $25,000 – $150,000

Other Costs $93,100 – $204,000

IT and other Systems As arranged · As arranged or incurred $42,600 – $101,000

Development costs: plans, legal fees, permits As arranged or incurred $20,000 – $50,000

Grand opening advertising As arranged · Within thirty (30) days of opening $10,000 – $25,000

Miscellaneous pre-opening expenses As arranged · As arranged or incurred $5,000 – $15,000

Insurance (10) (excluding several types of coverage) $5,000 – $10,000

Business licenses, health permits and similar permits (Varies depending on location) As arranged · As arranged $500 – $3,000

Liquor license As arranged · As arranged $0

Total Estimated Investment $548,100 – $1,294,000

How Does Qdoba Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Qdoba's minimum investment of $548,100 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$548,100

Qdoba Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,294,000

Qdoba Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Qdoba?

The total startup cost for a Qdoba franchise ranges from $548,100 to $1,294,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $200,000 to $525,000.

How much is the Qdoba franchise fee?

The Qdoba franchise fee is $20,000, 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 Qdoba a good investment?

Qdoba requires a total franchise investment of $548,100 to $1,294,000 and scores Legal Risk: 80/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Qdoba franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Qdoba franchise owner make?

The 2025 FDD does not necessarily disclose owner profit. It shows average net restaurant sales of $1,697,254 for 464 real franchise locations. Sales and revenue figures do not show expenses, debt service, taxes, or owner take-home income.

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