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How Much Does a Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise costs between $371,400 and $856,100 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$371,400

Minimum Investment

$856,100

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000

Initial Franchise Fee By certified check $30,000

Real Estate $258,500 – $443,000

Leasehold Improvements $250,000 – $427,000

Architectural Fees As Arranged $8,000 – $14,000

Utility Deposits As Arranged $500 – $2,000

Equipment & Assets $175,800 – $293,200

Restaurant Equipment As Arranged $90,000 – $137,000

Furniture, Fixtures& Décor As Arranged $57,000 – $92,000

Signage As Arranged $16,000 – $40,000

Electronics &Computer System As Arranged $5,800 – $15,000

Initial Inventory $6,000 – $8,000

Start-Up Supplies As Arranged $1,000 – $1,200

Training $4,500 – $10,500

Initial Training Expenses As Arranged $4,500 – $10,500

Working Capital & Reserves $10,000 – $35,000

Additional Funds (for 1 to 3 months) As Arranged $10,000 – $35,000

Other Costs $-107,400 – $44,400

Grand Opening Marketing Fee As Arranged $15,000

Pre-Opening Salaries As Arranged $6,000 – $10,000

Initial Rent $0 – $8,000

Insurance Deposit As Arranged $4,500 – $5,000

Legal &Accounting Fees As Arranged $1,600 – $3,400

Business Licenses As Arranged $500 – $3,000

Tennant Improvement Allowance As Negotiated with Lessor $-135,000 – $0

Total Estimated Investment $371,400 – $856,100

How Does Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill's minimum investment of $371,400 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$371,400

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$856,100

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill?

The total startup cost for a Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise ranges from $371,400 to $856,100, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $258,500 to $443,000.

How much is the Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise fee?

The Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise fee is $30,000, 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 Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill a good investment?

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill requires a total franchise investment of $371,400 to $856,100 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill franchise owner make?

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.