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How Much Does a The Red Chickz Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A The Red Chickz franchise costs between $424,700 and $883,200 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$424,700

Minimum Investment

$883,200

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

The Red Chickz Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000

The Red Chickz Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $40,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum $40,000

Real Estate $195,000 – $477,000

Leasehold Improvements Lump Sum $177,000 – $425,000

Design &Architectural Fees $10,500 – $32,000

Rent (first 3 months)& Security Deposits Lump Sum $5,000 – $15,000

Lease, Utility &Deposits As Arranged $2,500 – $5,000

Equipment & Assets $117,700 – $220,200

Equipment and Smallware As Arranged $80,000 – $140,000

Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment As Arranged $11,500 – $29,500

Interior and Exterior Signage As Arranged $10,500 – $25,000

Initial Inventory Lump Sum $8,200 – $15,000

Miscellaneous (Uniforms &Office Supplies) $7,500 – $10,700

Training $14,000 – $21,000

Travel and Living Expenses while Training $14,000 – $21,000

Working Capital & Reserves $19,000 – $57,000

Additional Funds (first 3 months) Lump Sum $19,000 – $57,000

Other Costs $39,000 – $68,000

Grand Opening Advertising $25,000

POS/Back Office System As Arranged $9,000 – $21,000

Licenses & Professional Services Lump Sum $1,000 – $10,000

Insurance (Quarterly) $3,000 – $7,000

Professional Fees Lump Sum $1,000 – $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $424,700 – $883,200

How Does The Red Chickz Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

The Red Chickz's minimum investment of $424,700 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$424,700

The Red Chickz Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$883,200

The Red Chickz Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a The Red Chickz?

The total startup cost for a The Red Chickz franchise ranges from $424,700 to $883,200, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $195,000 to $477,000.

How much is the The Red Chickz franchise fee?

The The Red Chickz franchise fee is $40,000, 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 The Red Chickz a good investment?

The Red Chickz requires a total franchise investment of $424,700 to $883,200 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 64/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full The Red Chickz franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a The Red Chickz franchise owner make?

The Red Chickz franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,457,743 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our The Red Chickz franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.