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How Much Does a Taco Rico Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Taco Rico franchise costs between $249,000 and $372,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $49,900.

$249,000

Minimum Investment

$372,500

Maximum Investment

$49,900

Franchise Fee

Taco Rico Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $49,900

Item 7 Fee Estimate $49,900

Taco Rico Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $49,900

Initial Franchise Fee Check or electronic transfer · Upon signing the Franchise Agreement $49,900

Real Estate $94,500 – $144,000

Construction of Leasehold Improvements Check or credit card · Before opening $75,000 – $113,000

Rent, Prepaids and Security Deposit (3 months) Check · Before opening $17,500 – $26,000

Architectural and Engineering Check or credit card · Before opening $2,000 – $5,000

Equipment & Assets $64,500 – $116,000

Equipment Check or credit card · Before opening $39,000 – $78,000

Initial Inventory and Supplies Check or credit card · Before opening $9,000 – $12,000

Signage Check or credit card · Before opening $6,000 – $9,000

Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor Check or credit card · Before opening $5,000 – $8,000

POS System Check or credit card · Before opening $3,500 – $5,000

Equipment, TV's, Internet, Phones, and Computers Check, credit card or electronic transfer · Before opening $2,000 – $4,000

Training $1,500 – $5,500

Training (Transportation and Lodging) Check or credit card · Before opening $1,500 – $5,500

Working Capital & Reserves $30,000 – $40,000

Additional Funds for First 3 Months Check or credit card $30,000 – $40,000

Other Costs $8,600 – $17,100

Business Insurance (3 months) Check or credit card · Before opening $2,600 – $6,600

Attorneys and Accountants Check or credit card · Before opening $2,000 – $4,000

Grand Opening Advertising Check or credit card · Within one month of the opening of your Franchised Business $2,500 – $4,000

Business Licenses and Permits Check or credit card · Before opening $1,500 – $2,500

Total Estimated Investment $249,000 – $372,500

How Does Taco Rico Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Taco Rico's minimum investment of $249,000 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$249,000

Taco Rico Min

$315,233

Food & Beverage Median Min

$372,500

Taco Rico Max

$693,450

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Taco Rico?

The total startup cost for a Taco Rico franchise ranges from $249,000 to $372,500, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $94,500 to $144,000.

How much is the Taco Rico franchise fee?

The Taco Rico franchise fee is $49,900, 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 Taco Rico a good investment?

Taco Rico requires a total franchise investment of $249,000 to $372,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Taco Rico franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Taco Rico franchise owner make?

The 2026 FDD does not necessarily disclose owner profit. It shows gross revenue of $1,286,552 for 4 real franchise locations. Sales and revenue figures do not show expenses, debt service, taxes, or owner take-home income.

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