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How Much Does a Schlotzsky's Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Schlotzsky's franchise costs between $675,365 and $1,458,170 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $35,500.

$675,365

Minimum Investment

$1,458,170

Maximum Investment

$35,500

Franchise Fee

Schlotzsky's Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $35,500

Fee Range $10,000 – $35,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $43,500

Schlotzsky's Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $43,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $35,500

Cinnabon Express Bakery Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum $8,000

Real Estate $320,600 – $931,800

Construction and Build Out Costs $305,300 – $876,200

Architect/Engineer $5,000 – $30,000

Rent Monthly $3,300 – $15,600

Security Deposits $7,000 – $10,000

Equipment & Assets $213,690 – $260,470

Equipment Package Lump sum $133,950 – $152,600

Computer System $23,400 – $26,900

Opening Inventory $7,500 – $25,000

Millwork $20,000 – $22,000

Exterior Signage Lump sum $15,300 – $18,550

Menu Board, Graphics and Interior Signage $6,840 – $7,920

Smallwares $6,700 – $7,500

Training $10,000 – $59,600

Travel and Living Expenses during Training $10,000 – $40,000

Management Training Program Fee 1 $0 – $10,000

On-Site Training Fee $0 – $9,600

Working Capital & Reserves $39,000 – $51,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months $39,000 – $51,000

Other Costs $48,575 – $111,800

Cinnabon Express Bakery Varies (see Cinnabon Disclosure Document) $23,600 – $40,100

Grand Opening Marketing $15,000 – $25,000

Legal and Accounting Fees $3,000 – $12,000

Permitting $1,800 – $11,000

Insurance $1,825 – $9,100

Furniture $2,850 – $6,600

Misc. Opening Costs/Office Supplies $500 – $5,000

TV/Music $0 – $3,000

Total Estimated Investment $675,365 – $1,458,170

How Does Schlotzsky's Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Schlotzsky's's minimum investment of $675,365 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$675,365

Schlotzsky's Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,458,170

Schlotzsky's Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Schlotzsky's?

The total startup cost for a Schlotzsky's franchise ranges from $675,365 to $1,458,170, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $320,600 to $931,800.

How much is the Schlotzsky's franchise fee?

The Schlotzsky's franchise fee is $35,500, with a range of $10,000 to $35,500 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 Schlotzsky's a good investment?

Schlotzsky's requires a total franchise investment of $675,365 to $1,458,170 and scores Legal Risk: 66/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Schlotzsky's franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Schlotzsky's franchise owner make?

Schlotzsky's franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,084,731 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our Schlotzsky's franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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